This small-group walking tour of Charleston will take you through the city’s oldest neighbourhoods with a licensed guide and no more than 15 people, allowing time for questions and photos. As you stroll at a leisurely pace, the guide will draw out the history, legends and culture that shaped Charleston, giving context to the streets and buildings you pass.
Along the way you’ll explore the historic French Quarter and admire the stately mansions South of Broad Street, seeing virtually intact blocks of 200‑year‑old houses. The walk concludes among the High Cotton mansions along the High Battery, where you can take in views across Charleston harbour to Fort Sumter — the site where the American Civil War began. Guides bring extensive knowledge of both Charleston and national history, and the route may change if your questions or interests inspire a different focus. When you part ways, the guide will hope you leave with a fuller appreciation of Charleston’s past.
Why Visit
- Licensed guide with extensive Charleston and national history knowledge
- Small group limited to 15 people for questions and photo opportunities
- Virtually intact blocks of 200-year-old houses South of Broad
- High Battery mansions with views of Charleston harbor and Fort Sumter
- Guest input that may inspire changes in tour direction
What's included
- Local guide
- All taxes and fees
What's Not Included
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Accessibility
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible to strollers
- Service animals welcome
- Public transit links nearby
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.