Historic Charleston Walking Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Charleston's historic district
- Visit iconic Rainbow Row
- Stroll along The Battery promenade
- Learn about Charleston's rich history
- Discover well-preserved antebellum architecture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Charleston's historic district
- Visit to Rainbow Row and The Battery
- Insights into Charleston's rich history and architecture
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates rain or shine; cancellations due to weather are rare.
- Photography is encouraged; however, be respectful of private properties.
- The tour is conducted in English; non-English speakers may need to arrange for a translator.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately for the conditions.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Comfortable walking shoes and a water bottle are strongly advised
- This tour operates in all weather conditions. Please check the forecast prior to the tour.
- Please contact us directly if members of your group are booked under a different name so that we can assign you all to the same tour guide.
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time as all tours begin promptly
- Water is not provided and there are very few places to purchase water along the tour, so please bring a water bottle especially during the summer months
- Please use the restroom prior to the tour as there are no public restrooms along the tour route
Traveler reviews
Great Walking Tour!
We had a great time with our guide, Al. We learned a lot about Charleston. We were glad we took the tour because we learned things that we would not have known otherwise. While the heat did not bother us, (national weather service had an extreme heat warning) our guide was very conscious of the heat and always positioned us in the shade when possible.
Al shared his expansive...
Al shared his expansive knowledge of the city of Charleston SC with us in a witty and engaging manor. It was a fun and informative tour!
Our tour was a nice view...
Our tour was a nice view of the city with history sprinkled in. It’s a 2-hour tour that did not seem that long. Highly recommended for locals & visitors.
Awesome Tour - 10/10!!
Wonderful experience on Mr. Byrd’s tour. He was a fantastic tour guide - extremely knowledgeable and pertinent facts. Highly recommend!
City highlights
Very informative and fun. Felt like we learned a lot and our guide kept us cool in the 100 degree heat index!