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PRIVATE GROUP! Charm of Charleston History and Sights Tour

Charleston, USAby Best of Charleston Tours

1.8 hours
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
Private tour
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Guide: English

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Overview

Just you and your crew will have a guide all to yourself! As you stroll along the City Market, hidden alleyways, majestic churches, cobblestone streets, Waterfront Park‘s Pineapple Fountain, and Rainbow Row, your certified guide, a Charleston native, will unravel the mysteries of the Lowcountry’s intricate history and culture. Take a walk through time, exploring eclectic architecture and intriguing history. Lose yourself in the serene beauty of Charleston’s rich heritage and grand architecture on this journey through the famous Historic District and French Quarter. Find out why Charleston was once a walled city, why it is called the “Holy City,” and many other fascinating details about the port that was once known as the Jewel of the Crown. *Minimum of 4 guests required for this tour.*

What's included

A pleasant, informative and entertaining tour of Charleston's most iconic landmarks.
Suggestions for further exploration, dining and events by a native of Charleston

Tour Guide gratuity (not mandatory, but most appreciated)
Food and drink
Transportation or parking fees

Itinerary

1
Rainbow Row
10 min
Take a tranquil walk along Charleston's most famous landmark and learn how it became "Rainbow Row."
2
Pineapple Fountain
10 min
Find out why pineapples represent southern hospitality and see the famous Pineapple Fountain as you stroll through Waterfront Park, overlooking the majestic Charleston Harbor and the Ravenel Bridges.
3
Charleston City Market
20 min
A surprising history rest within the vibrant, diverse City Market, Charleston's original shopping district, has a surprising history.
4
Philadelphia Alley
20 min
Walk through this intriguing passageway that commemorates the close relationship between two revolutionary cities and learn the many secrets hidden there.
5
Pink House Gallery
15 min
Did you know that Charleston's oldest structure was also it's most popular tavern for centuries? If those walls could talk!
6
Dock Street Theater
15 min
Be captivated by the exquisite and intriguing architecture of America's oldest theater.
7
Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
15 min
Crucial to Charleston during the Revolution was the port's first dungeon, customs house, meeting house and grand ballroom.

Meeting and pickup

Your guide will meet you under the alcove at 164 Church Street (between 164 Church Street, next to The Black Fedora and 168 Church Street, House of Jerkey). The guide will arrive approximately 5 minutes prior to the start of the tour.

End point

The tour ends near Pineapple Fountain in Waterfront Park.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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