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300 Years of War and Peacetime in Charleston: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Overview

Explore Charleston’s French Quarter and more at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Uncover the city’s connection to the slave trade, the Revolutionary and the Civil War and why George Washington stayed here for three days straight during his tour of the South
• Hear from producer Phil Biedron, an actor and tour guide whose passion for history inspired him to craft this VoiceMap tour
• Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Meeting Street
Charleston, SC 29401, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Cumberland Street
Charleston, SC 29401, USA

The tour ends outside the Powder Magazine which is close to where the tour started.

What To Expect

Charleston City Market (Pass By)

The tour starts outside the Historic Charleston City Market. You'll hear a bit of the city's history, about the market and how to use the VoiceMap app.
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United States Custom House (Pass By)

The tour passes by Charleston's United States Custom House.You'll hear about it while you walk.
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High Cotton Charleston Restaurant (Pass By)

The tour passes by High Cotton Charleston Restaurant. You'll hear about the restaurant's connection to the Notebook movie.
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Pineapple Fountain (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Pineapple Fountain. You'll hear about the fountain and about why pineapples are so prominent in the South.
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Old Slave Mart Museum (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Old Slave Mart Museum. You'll hear about the city's connection to slavery while you walk.
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Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon. You'll hear about the building while you walk.
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Rainbow Row (Pass By)

You'll walk down Rainbow Row on this tour and hear how it got started.
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94 Battery Pl (Pass By)

The tour passes by The Battery. You'll hear about it while you walk.
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Heyward-Washington House (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Dubose Heyward House. You'll hear about Dubose Heyward and his connection to Charleston while you walk.
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Dock Street Theatre (Pass By)

The tour passes by Dock Street Theatre. You'll hear a bit about its history and the history of the building while you walk.
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St. Philip's Church (Pass By)

The tour passes by St. Philip's Church. You'll hear about the church while you walk.
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The Powder Magazine (Pass By)

The tour ends outside the Powder Magazine. You'll hear about the historical building before the tour concludes.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 300 Years of War and Peacetime in Charleston: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 300 Years of War and Peacetime in Charleston: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS.
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English.
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route.
  • Smartphone and headphones.
  • Transportation.
  • Food and drink.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 6..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the 300 Years of War and Peacetime in Charleston: A Self-Guided Audio Tour is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 300 Years of War and Peacetime in Charleston: A Self-Guided Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

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