City Bus Tour with Charleston Museum Admission

From$45
2 hours
Commentary: Guide · en
Charleston, USA

About this activity

Experience Charleston's rich history and architecture on a 90-minute bus tour, including admission to the Charleston Museum for a deeper dive into the city's past.

Highlights

  • Explore over 100 historic sites
  • Visit Rainbow Row and Colonial Lake
  • Discover the Old Exchange Building
  • Admire Whitepoint Gardens
  • Enjoy air-conditioned comfort

Full description

On this historical Charleston tour, journey back in time as your guide reveals the beauty and charm of one of America's most historic cities. Learn about the history of Charleston and discover its pivotal role in American history with visits to more than 100 points of interest including Rainbow Row, Colonial Lake, the Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens.  Bonus: Included with your City Tour is admission to America's first museum, The Charleston Museum located in downtown Charleston. Make your way there for a self-guided tour of this popular attraction.

Included / Excluded

  • Narrated 90 minuted Charleston Historical City Tour
  • See over 100 Points of Interest
  • Professional Driver/Guide
  • Transportation via air-conditioned minibus
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

1

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. Bonus: Included with your City Tour is admission to America's first museum,  The Charleston Museum located in downtown Charleston. Make your way there for a self-guided tour of this popular attraction.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Pass by: 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.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Included with your City Tour is admission to America's first museum,  The Charleston Museum located in downtown Charleston. Make your way there for a self-guided tour of this popular attraction.

Admission: YES
4

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.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

Pass by: 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.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6

Pass by: 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.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7

Pass by: 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.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8

Pass by: 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!

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
9

Pass by: Historic home located in downtown Charleston

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included
  • The tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • Photography and video recording are permitted

Know before you go

  • Arrive at least 10-15 minutes early for check-in
  • Bring essentials like sunscreen, water, and a hat for sunny days
  • Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • Please plan to arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to departure to allow for check-in and boarding

Traveler reviews

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Amazing 10* tour!

Our tour guide John was absolutely phenomenal. He was a perfect combination of funny, educational, and historian. This tour was great because we got to see everything from the battery to the historic area, both sides of the river but you don’t get with a walking tour. There wasn’t a question we asked that he didn’t know the answer to. Every street was packed with historical facts, stories about architecture, history, and the city and the war. My ticket included a ticket to the museum, which was quite phenomenal. Don’t hesitate book now.

JOANN_RMay 9, 2026VIATOR

Tour first

We tried to go to the museum the day before our bus tour. We did not realize that our museum ticket was given to us at the tour bus.

Ann_EApr 23, 2026VIATOR

Title

Went well n affordable xxxxxxxx

P6539HHscottpMar 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Day trip City Tour

The bus driver/tour guide was very informative and entertaining! Very patient with traffic (foot and vehicle) and passengers. Enjoyed the tour! Parking adjacent in structure since lot at visitor center was full. Would recommend to do for a good feel of the City. Lots of history and awesome architectural houses to see.

sarahsO4280ECFeb 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Outstanding!

It was a great tour I wish I remembered our guide's name I can't but he was super knowledgeable he said he was obsessed with history and he knew everything literally I used to live here and they were things I didn't know that I learned today

H3435HPtimoDec 21, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Please plan to arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to departure to allow for check-in and boarding