90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore historic Rainbow Row
- Visit the Charleston Museum
- See the Joseph Manigault House
- Pass by St. Philip's Church
- Discover the Battery & White Point Gardens
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Optional upgrade to include Admission to Charleston Museum
- 90-minute Narrated Historic Mini-Coach Tour of Charleston
- Optional upgrade to include Admission to Joseph Manigault House
- Professional Driver/Guide
- See over 100 Points of Interest including Rainbow Row, Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Enjoy a guided tour of Charleston by mini-coach and learn about the city’s significant history. With your professional guide, explore the former city walls; visit the famous Battery Waterfront district; and stop at Charleston’s picturesque Battery Sea Wall for closer views of Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter and Patriots Point. This tour will entertain you with more than 300 years of Charleston’s rich history, from the American Revolution to the Civil War and beyond. Learn from your guide about the city’s pivotal role in America's history with visits to famous sites such as Rainbow Row, Colonial Lake, the Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens. You'll also see St Phillips Episcopal Church, the Public Market and more than 100 other points of interest. It's a great comprehensive overview of this charming historical city! Upgrade: Charleston Tour with a visit to the Joseph Manigault House:Upgrade your tour to include a visit to the restored Joseph Manigault House, a historic Charleston home constructed in 1803. Designed by architect Gabriel Manigault for his brother, Joseph, this 3-story, Federal-style brick townhouse reflects the lifestyle of the wealthy 19th-century rice-planting family and slaves who lived there. Explore this National Historic Landmark with your guide and discover why it’s considered one of the city’s most elegant and historically significant buildings in the city.
Visit the Joseph Manigault House (if upgrade option purchased at checkout)
Admission included to the Charleston Museum (if upgrade option purchased at checkout)
Pass by: See St Philips Church
Pass by: See Old Market
Pass by: See Four Corners of Law
Pass by: See Rainbow Row
Pass by: See Battery & White Point Gardens
Pass by: See Colonial Lake
Pass by: Historic home located in downtown Charleston
Pass by: See Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Children under 5 may not require a ticket; check with the tour operator for specific policies.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for a bus tour.
- Bring a camera to capture the scenic views and historic sites.
- Arrive at the Charleston Visitor Center at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Infants Required On Laps
Traveler reviews
Fabulous tour guide
Our tour guide (12pm tour on July 1st) was hilarious. She made the tour very enjoyable. She made the tour. 5 stars for her.
Welcome to Charleston
A great way to be introduced to a new place
Charleston history tour
We felt cheated. The driver was knowledgeable and nice but talked fast and added commentary about construction, road issues etc. Plus a strong gasoline smell occurred in the bus and he cut trip short to get it checked out.
Best experience!!
I had such a great experience with Gray Line Tours!! They were accommodating, communicative, and hospitable! I ended up being the ONLY one signed up for the Magnolia Plantation Tour yesterday and normally they don’t take just one person. However, the bus driver, Scott, decided he’d still take me. He was amazing!!! He gave me so much history and info before even getting to the plantation. He gave me pointers and thoughts on how to make the most of my time too. Southern hospitality at its finest!! He also gave me a dinner recommendation for my final night which turned into one of the best dining experiences of my time in Charleston!! Scott - THANK YOU for making my day and being so generous with your time! You went above and beyond and I’m so thankful!!
Awesome Tour of Charleston
What a great tour of beautiful Charleston! John C. was our tour guide and he was fantastic…personable, friendly and full of great history info, all the while professionally navigating the challenging traffic on some roads. It was fun and we felt like we got to know so much about this gorgeous city!