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Charleston History Tour /

384 Reviews 4.94 out of 5 stars Based on 384 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 99% of reviewers | Charleston, USA

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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Witness history on our daily walks. This breathtaking tour is filled with legends and heritage to proclaim Charleston's vibrant past and opulent history. Discover our quaint alleys, antebellum mansions, private gardens and cobblestone streets. From 1670 through the Civil War to the present day, I invite you to relish this venture into yesteryear.
- Rainbow Row
- French Quarter
- Four Corners of Law
- High Battery (visual tour of Forts Sutter & Moultrie)
- Old Exchange Building
- Dock Street Theatre
- South of Broad
- English Churches

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

This is a walking tour with a difference, aimed to make you feel like a local and introduce you to Charleston's hidden gems. Learn about pirates, food and architecture while discovering the city's secret sites. A small-group format ensures a personalized experience.

What's Included

  • All sites seen will not require additional payments.
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Broad 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

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon (Pass By)

Built in 1771, home to the ratification of the United States Constitution.
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Old Slave Mart Museum (Pass By)

Learn about the "Gullahs" of Charleston.
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Dock Street Theater

Ornate playhouse with elegant woodwork and courtyard. Circa 1810
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

St. Michael's Church

A historic church and the oldest religious building in the city. Circa 1764
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Rainbow Row

Rainbow Row is composed of 9 buildings, attached to one another. All but one predate the American Revlution
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Battery & White Point Gardens

The Battery is a defensive seawall and promenade on the Charleston Harbor
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

French Huguenot Church

Built in 1844, it is the oldest Gothic Revival church in SC and is the only independent Huguenot Church in the country.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Charleston History 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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Activity code: C-86921P2

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Average 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 384 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • All sites seen will not require additional payments.
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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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).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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