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2-Hour Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

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Charleston, United States
2-Hour Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
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2-Hour Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Historic Walking Tour begins at City Hall
Rainbow Row
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Overview

Travel back in time to discover one of America’s most historic cities—Charleston, South Carolina—on this guided walking tour. Visit points of interest including Charleston City Hall; the Dock Street Theatre, America’s first theatre; the Old Exchange Building, South Carolina's most historic building; White Point Garden, in the heart of Charleston’s historic district with a spectacular view of Fort Sumter, and many more.
  • Take a walking tour of Charleston, South Carolina
  • Visit many of the city’s historic points of interest
  • Enjoy a great view of Fort Sumter
  • Fun for the entire family
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2-Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour of Historic Charleston
Professional & Licensed Local Guide
Stroll through the quaint and charming streets of the historic district
Learn about the history and events that shaped Charleston
Explore notable sites in the French Quarter
Several popular points of interest including Rainbow Row
Explore the residential area "South of Broad"
Gratuities
80 Broad St , 80 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
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Please meet your tour guide outside City Hall on the corner of Meeting St and Broad St.

The Battery , Charleston, SC 29401, USA
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The end location will vary depending on the guide and route taken, but they will always walk you back to the start if requested.

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, comfortable walking shoes are strongly advised
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour operates in all weather conditions. Please check the forecast prior to the tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Walks of Charleston
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
Is there parking available near the departure point for the 2-Hour Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour?
A:There are several “pay as you go” parking garages and open-air lots scattered throughout the downtown area. If you are joining us for the Charleston History Tour, we recommend the parking garage at 85 Queen Street.
Feb 2021
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What happens if it rains on the day of my 2-Hour Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour?
A:We generally have a “rain or shine” policy but may cancel tours in potentially dangerous weather conditions. If we must cancel your tour, we will notify you by email, phone, or both and a reschedule or full refund will be offered.
Feb 2021

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  • "Wear comfortable shoes as you will be walking or standing for the majority of the tour." See review
  • "Highly recommend this tour before you look at any others!" See review
  • "A good time to visit if you want leas crowds than normal." See review

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star-5
Def not a tour to miss.
Hilary_R
, Aug 2022
Amy was an amazing guide. Very motivated and excited about her topic. Charleston is filled with history which was conveyed to us
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Historic Charleston
Jeremiah_G
, Aug 2022
Emily was fantastic and very knowledgeable about the history of the area. We always do a walking tour of a new city and this one did not fail.
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Visiting Charleston
Sherry_H
, Aug 2022
Finding out the history of Charleston. Our tour guide Dennis did an amazing job of explaining the history and cults of Charleston.
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The history of our...
Rick_R
, Aug 2022
The history of our country's earliest years envelops you as you wind your way through this beautiful city. The information that you'd rarely come upon in books, regarding the 'truth' as it happened here, was delivered by our guide Dennis in a way that captivated and enthralled young and old alike. You just can't come to Charleston and miss this opportunity.
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star-5
Great
Michelle_G
, Aug 2022
Dennis was very friendly and knowledgeable. Your really covered notable places in Charleston. Very enjoyable
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Excellent
Lori_S
, Aug 2022
Dennis was great! Very fun and so knowledgeable! He gave a great tour. We loved learning about Charleston! Thank you!!
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star-5
Great tour, great guide
Natascha_B
, Aug 2022
We did the tour, because friends came to visit from out of town and it was a great experience. Dennis, our guide was phenomenal. He was informative and funny at the same time. Our friends (first language is not English) said, he was the first guide that they completely understood. We would definitely recommend the tour and Dennis.
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star-5
Awesome tour!
Lauren_F
, Jul 2022
Our tour guide, Amy, was very knowledgeable and gave a fantastic tour of historic downtown Charleston!
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star-4
Great info. Great guide. Great city.
Allison_G
, Jul 2022
We really enjoyed Robert Smalls' story. Hearing about the homes, restoration and rules regarding historic buildings was great.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Great time
Jeff_M
, Jul 2022
Good exercise. Great tour guide. Lots of good history learned. Saw lots of interesting sights. Would recommend for sure.
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star-5
Great tour.
Paul_P
, Jul 2022
Beautiful city very informative tour. Lawrence did a great job. Would recommend it to anyone interested
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Charleston sans Fifi
Caileigh_M
, Jul 2022
Lawerence was a great tour guide. Perfect amount of time and a great way to see the city while learning some history! Pirates stories included.
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star-4
The guide was very...
Bruce_C
, Jul 2022
The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly The walk checked off many of our to do’s in Charleston
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Tour guide was terrible....
Carlos_L
, Jul 2022
Tour guide was terrible. Tell us the history, it’s not about you and your opinions. We have done many historical tours but this was the worst.
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icon Response from Host , Jul 2022
We would be grateful if you would reach out to us directly to provide more information so that we can confirm that you indeed experienced our tour and if so, what the name of your guide was so that we can look into this further.
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star-5
Good times
Joe_F
, Jul 2022
We came to Charleston for our anniversary. This was our first time visiting. We took this tour on our first day. The guide was very knowledgeable and personable. The tour was nice. Make sure to bring water if it’s hot out. It can be a little taxing in the heat and humidity.
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star-5
Great tour
Carol_S
, Jul 2022
Dennis was a great guide!!! Enjoyed it very much!!! I would definitely recommend this tour. Worth it!
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star-5
Great Tour
Summer_J
, Jul 2022
Very informative. Learned a lot. Guide was great. He did a good job. Saw historical buildings and great stories.
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Great Walking Tour
Kathleen_J
, Jul 2022
The tour was very informative. I highly recommend it because you will learn about historical events that would be difficult to learn on your own.
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star-5
Fantastic tour with Amy
Brian_R
, Jul 2022
Amy was an excellent tour guide full of knowledge and I loved her pictures and props they enhanced the experience
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Our walking tour
Don_H
, Jul 2022
Kay was phenomenal! She kept us interested in the architecture and the history. Her easy and friendly guidance made the tour really enjoyable.
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