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The ones worth booking.
The 12 Charleston tours travellers book more than any others, with the operator, the running time and the real price set out on each one.
Horse-drawn tour of Charleston for $50. See churches, mansions, gardens, and 300+ years with certified guides and draft horses.
“Everything went as we expected. We got there early and they had room on the earlier trip so we went then.”
A 2-hour guided walk through Charleston’s key historic landmarks, from City Hall and the French Quarter to Rainbow Row and Fort Sumter views.
“Pleasant walk with very knowledgable guide. Really enjoyed it. Never really knew all of the history. Home run.”
A 40-minute haunted horse-and-carriage ride through Charleston’s graveyards and dungeon, wheelchair-friendly and narrated, with classic spooky stories.
“Being hearing impaired, I should have requested upfront seating. It would be nice if they provided a printed version of what the narrator is saying. I missed a lot because the weather was cold and I had to cover my ears.”
Horse-drawn carriage through historic Charleston from the Big Red Barn, with certified guides, covered rides, and classic photo stops in about an hour.
“Exceptional guide. Extremely knowledgeable. Knew quite a bit of the history of Charleston after an hour. Driver was also phenomenal. His relationship with our horse “Admiral “ was gentle and kind— spot on.”
Prebook Fort Sumter admission with a round-trip harbor ferry from Liberty Square or Patriots Point, plus a ranger talk and 1-hour explore.
“Wonderful and detailed history of the history of Fort Sumter and the events that led up to the beginning of the civil war. Park service employees and volunteers were fantastic!”
A 90-minute Charleston night ghost walk with exclusive Unitarian Church Graveyard access, led by licensed guides and inspired by The Ghosts of Charleston.
“We thoroughly enjoyed our evening on this ghost tour! Our guide, Simon, was excellent, providing a captivating and detailed recounting of ghost stories sourced from a local author. His knowledge and presentation truly made the historical lore come alive. It’s important to note that this tour focuses more on local storytelling and history than outright…”
Small-group tour through Charleston’s hidden alleys, Rainbow Row, and Old Exchange area. Guided walking, about 2 hours, $34.
“Sign up for it with Duggar! He was so professional and knowledgeable about Charleston and its history. My daughter and I agreed it was a highlight of our trip!😊”
A small-group walking tour through Charleston’s French Quarter and South of Broad, hitting Rainbow Row and major historic sites in 2 hours.
“A fantastic fully engaged guide offering a grand historical perspective based on the groups understanding and goals. We fully felt like we left with a full understanding of the history, culture, and modern preservation of the city.”
Small-boat eco cruise from Bowens Island to Morris Island Lighthouse with tidal-creek wildlife spotting and beach shell hunting.
“We were a bit nervous when our uber driver headed down a gravel road, but we shouldn't have worried. The boat was nice and this was a fantastic tour! Chris, our guide, had the perfect mix of knowledge about the ecosystem, animals, and history. He was funny, personable, and great with his boat handling skills.…”
3-hour Charleston French Quarter or Upper King brunch food tour with 7+ tastings, She-Crab soup, shrimp & grits, and a Secret Dish.
“This food tour was the highlight of our trip to Charleston! Our tour guide, Robin, was very friendly, funny, and highly knowledgeable in Charleston history! It was a bonus to hear Charleston facts and have a mini walking tour in addition to a lot of great food.”
All-access Boone Hall Plantation ticket with guided home tour, Black History exhibit in original cabins, Gullah presentation, gardens, tractor ride.
“My wife and I LOVED this tour. It offered many different areas of the plantation to learn about and focus on. We enjoyed all the "vignette" talks given by the guides at the various locations on the plantation. There was so much to learn, so much we did not know, and so much that we…”
Haunted Booze and Boos Charleston ghost walk with a pirate guide, small group, bar stops, and history-tinged hauntings for 21+.
“Not as expected. The tour was very light on ghosts and heavier on history. A different guide might have made this more endurable but we simply could not finish the full tour listening to Vanna and chose to leave after the 2nd bar.”
