Self-Guided "The French Quarter Charleston" Solo Walking Tour

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50 to 70 minutes (approx.)

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Overview

Explore the Historical French Quarter of Charleston and discover its story. Go at your own pace, on your own schedule and on your own terms. It's like a real life tour guide, only it's on your phone, way more convenient and a better story teller.

WalknTours technology seamlessly guides you step by step through The French Quarter telling you the stories of it's alleys, it's history, it's buildings, Church Street, churches, Pineapple Fountain, the Old Slave Market, Charleston Green, the Civil War and so much more.

The tour takes about 1 hour to walk. But feel free to stop in the shops, historical sites or restaurants you'll discover as you walk through this picturesque city.

The WalknTours app guides Solo travelers on a hands free tour.

Go anytime, explore on your own schedule.

Perfect for Solo Travelers. Especially Solo Travel Rebels.

How it works:
1. Get the WalknTours app
2. Register an account using the code in your email
3. Go to 73 North Market Street
4. Press start

What's Included

After the tour you will unlock a 'Virtual Walk' of the tour. Listen to the stories anytime.
WalknTours Solo Smart Phone guided tour

Meeting Location

Meeting point

North Market 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

Vendue Range
Charleston, SC 2940, USA

The Pineapple fountain just in the middle of the park next to the water.

What To Expect

Charleston City Market

Originally built in 1841 and it was modeled after the Temple of the Wingless Victory in Athens, Greece, the Charleston City Market is a must see. And great place to find a bite to eat.Here you'll discover the City Market and hear the story of the confederate museum. We will not go in.If you take the tour between 9:30am and 5pm you can walk through the Charleston City Market.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Powder Magazine

We will stop by the entrance and hear the story of the Powder magazine, one of the oldest buildings in Charleston. The tour does not go in but you can pause the tour and enter.

4 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Philip's Church (Pass By)

We will stop outside the church. We will not enter. You'll hear the story of the church. and it's history. Also we will stop by the Pirate house a few doors down and discover the history of pirates in Charleston.

French Huguenot Church

We wills top by the church but not go in. You'll hear the story of their persecution in France and how they fled to the new world.

2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dock Street Theater (Pass By)

We will stop by and hear it's story. Way back on February 12th, 1736 the original Dock Street Theater opened. And it was the first building in America built exclusively for theatrical performances.

Pink House Gallery (Pass By)

This old house was a pirate tavern, a law firm and now a gallery. And some say it's haunted. We will stop by the outside and hear it's story.

Old Slave Mart Museum

Unfortunately Charleston has quite the history in the slave trade. This building once held a slave auction house. We stop by the front and hear it's story but do not enter.

2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Philadelphia Alley

It's a beautiful alley with a long history. And it's off the beaten path not often discovered by tourists. We will walk through Philadelphia alley and hear it's history and the history of why they call it the Duelers alley.

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vendue Range (Pass By)

We will pass Lodge Alley, the oldest street in Charleston, and then walk down Vendue Range to the park.

Charleston Waterfront Park

The waterfront was once a place no one visited. Today it's a hot spot for toursits and locals. We will enter the park, see echo rock and walk to the Pineapple fountain. Along the way you'll hear the parks history.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pineapple Fountain

This iconic fountain is a. must see. And you'll learn why pineapples are so important in the Holy City. Tour ends here.

2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Self-Guided “The French Quarter Charleston” Solo Walking 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