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Charleston History Tour

Charleston History Tour
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2 Hours • All Ages • Our most popular tour!

All of our tour guides at Walks of Charleston are not only licensed, but are extremely passionate about the past and experienced in storytelling that makes the lore ripe in your imagination, making them one of the best sources you can find in the city for some history, and the best in the city for a guided walking tour of the”low country” that many call the Holy City.

Adult - $25.00 + tax
Ages 13+

Adult (2022) - $25.00 + tax
Ages 13+

Child - $18.00 + tax
Ages 6-12 • Children under 6 are free!

Young child - $0.00 + tax
Ages 5 and under are free!

Our most popular tour!

Duration

2 Hours

About

Discover the essentials of historic Charleston on this 2 to 2.5 hour walk. A wonderful introduction that begins in front of City Hall at 80 Broad Street, continues through the heart of the Old Walled City, passing through the French Quarter and down to the tip of the peninsula at White Point Gardens, also known as the "Battery". On our walk we will encounter hundreds of historic homes and buildings, beautifully designed and perfectly manicured gardens and stately churches. From 1670 through the Civil War and up to the Charleston Modern Renaissance period, let our licensed guides entertain you with Charleston's rich and colorful history.

Points of Interest:

  • French Quarter
  • Rainbow Row
  • Old Exchange Building
  • St Philip's Church
  • St Michael's Church
  • Views of Fort Sumter
  • White Point Gardens, the “Battery"

What to Bring!

  • Water bottle
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Hat
  • Umbrella OR Rain Gear (if the forecast calls for it!)
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