Top Walking Tours in Charleston, South Carolina

Charm of Charleston - Walk Through Time with a Charleston Native in Charleston

Charleston , South Carolina

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (11 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 29.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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. 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. 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. *A minimum of four guests are required for this tour to operate.*

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Private Walking Tour Culture and History of Charleston in Charleston

Charleston , South Carolina

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (10 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Your licensed tour guide is a 7th-generation Charlestonian resident with a lineage that extends back to the colonial era. A relator who brings extensive knowledge of the people, customs, and history of this one-of-a-kind American City. Learn about the details of all the fascinating buildings, parks, and historical monuments and the stories that surround them. Join us as we take you through the journey of Charleston like a true local.

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Walled City Spirits with Local Guide in Charleston

Charleston , South Carolina

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (9 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 25.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

This one of a kind ghost tour led by a lifelong local and licensed guided Gia Nocturne is an in depth view on paranormal activity here in the Holy City. Through Gia’s own experiences guest will learn what to look out for and how several spirits have come to be associated with historic locations in Charleston. This tour specifically covers ground in what was the original walled portion of Charleston and as such our most historic and haunted district. Please note this is not an active ghost hunt but rather the reflections of a local guide walking on the same streets she would have as a child and as such some of the most impressive knowledge base for paranormal activity in the city! Guests will leave with a sense of what to look for with the signs of encounters all around us and why certain locations have certain activity but most of all a yearning to continue the search on your own after the tour!

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Patriot Escape Charleston Scavenger Hunt and Free Museum in Charleston

Charleston , South Carolina

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (3 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 12.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Travel back in time to the 1700's on this Self-Guided Patriot Escape Scavenger Hunt! Guests will start out with Free Access to the Fireproof Museum and receive instructions on how to "escape" the British occupation of Charleston. After receiving the instruction packet, guests will follow the footsteps of a Patriot Spy trying to escape the city and have to find a multitude of hidden gems including historic structures, secret alleyways, and artifacts. All these sites are directly related to the American Revolution as it would affect Charleston specifically and even find out how certain events would have repercussions for other colonies. This is the ONLY historically accurate scavenger hunt designed by three area historians related to the American Revolution. *As a moderately difficult escape, we recommended for adults only. We do have a child friendly Pirate Escape Scavenger hunt as well. Good luck Patriots as you embark on this historic one of a kind adventure in Charleston.

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The Best Walking Tour in Charleston! in Charleston

Charleston , South Carolina

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (3 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 29.95

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

We use only certified historians as guides. You'll find our guides both knowledgeable and personable. Nice people who live in this amazing little town, and love teaching people about the role it played in the formation of our country. When we’re finished we’ll end up very close to where we started, the proud new owners of the most valuable souvenir you can take home from your trip – knowledge. So come on ya'll, this tour ain't gonna book itself! :)

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Pirates, Patriots, and Freedom Ultimate History Experience in Charleston

Charleston , South Carolina

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 31.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Come on our History Walking Tour presented by Junket! Charleston is a popular tourist destination for people from all over the country. Today's visitors love strolling along the gorgeous cobblestone paths, taking in the natural visual magnificence, stopping for a bite to eat by the river, or shopping on King Street for the latest fashion trends. You'd never realize it, but there are horrific memories of destruction, mayhem, and death beneath all of this beauty and grand architecture. Since its establishment in 1670, Charleston has weathered innumerable harsh conflicts, Mother Nature, and threats from enemies from an endless sea of enemies. Threats to Charleston included well-known pirates like Blackbeard and Stede Bonnet. Learn how Charleston's beautiful homes and paths came to be by taking a tour of the city's gorgeous surroundings, from The Battery to White Point Gardens, to the Stede Bonnet Monument. Start at the Battery and explore Charleston's heritage of Pirate and Patriots.

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Shadows of the Peninsula - Haunts, Pirates and Death Ghost Tour in Charleston

Charleston , South Carolina

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 35.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

When you have a long history like Charleston does, some bad things are going to happen. Our goal is to provide stories of murder and mayhem, but our guides will also give you the stories of those you may not have heard of before. Going deeper into the history of those who died and still haunt the peninsula of Charleston

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Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Castles, Cannons & Colleges in Charleston

Charleston , South Carolina

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)

From $ 12.80

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Let’s Roam leads the way as the top app-led adventure hunt company. Wander to iconic landmarks and discover hidden gems while tackling trivia and mastering challenges. Collaborate with your team or compete head-to-head, learning new facts and crafting unforgettable moments. Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a casual day out, bachelorette bash, birthday celebration, corporate team-building event, and more! Each participant selects a dynamic role with personalized challenges.

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Charleston Pirates Tour in Charleston

Charleston , South Carolina

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)

From $ 24.99

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Pirates helped write some of the most important chapters in the history of Charleston. Bring your family and friends along on the Pretty Spooky Pirates Tour in Charleston. You'll visit some of the Pirates' favorite hangouts and hear the swashbuckling tales of Pirates like Blackbeard himself.

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Historic Highlight Tour of Charleston in Charleston

Charleston , South Carolina

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

The Historic Highlight Tour of Charleston will show guests the most beautiful, historic and cultural places in Charleston. This includes the French Quarter neighborhood and Charleston's famous South of Broad neighborhood. Allow our knowledgable and easy going guides to take you back and time to see churches, cobblestone road, alleyways and mansions. The tour includes iconic locations such as Rainbow Row, the Battery, Pineapple Fountain, the Four Corners of Law the City Market and more! Join Chicora Tours for a fun and informative tour experience Questions on tours are always welcomed and encouraged!

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Best Walking Tours in Charleston

Discover the beauty of Charleston on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Charleston by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

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Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Charleston at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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