Charleston History Tour: Sip and Stroll with Locals

Explore the historical landmarks of Charleston while savoring brews on a tour led by Captain Bryan or Guide Adam Moore. Engage with a local and delve into the city’s rich history and the Prohibition era.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Dock Street Theater - Visitors will encounter this historic theater along the route.
  • French Huguenot Church - Visitors will discover an intriguing historical drinking fact about the corner where the Huguenot Church is located.
  • Philadelphia Alley - Visitors will uncover the true history of this historic alleyway. While there may not be…
What's Included
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Guests must be 21+ to attend this experience
Additional Information

Experience the local charm with Captain Bryan or Historian Adam! This adventure is perfect for those who love exploring a city’s history while enjoying a drink. It’s not your typical “sit and listen” tour; it’s a chance to interact with a local expert. The licensed guide will greet guests at the first bar, where they will receive a complimentary snack…

Location
Oyster House Seafood & O-Bar
South Market Street
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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69tinah
Jan 18, 2026
Fun tour! - Captain Bryan was very knowledgeable and entertaining. He made the tour fun by mixing humor and history. Would definitely recommend!
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Marybeth_m
Jan 5, 2026
Great Tour - Adam was very knowledgeable about the history of Charleston. It was only my husband and I that signed up so we had a private tour! It was very interesting and we greatly enjoyed hanging at the Blind Tiger at the end having a Tiger Punch!
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Ashley_r
Dec 30, 2025
Adam was a wonderful tour... - Adam was a wonderful tour guide and very knowledgeable! My husband and I had a great time on this tour!
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Lisa_g
Dec 21, 2025
Bird’s eye perspective - Captain Brian made history fun and interesting. He is a native of the area which provided a Birds Eye perspective about the area! His knowledge included fun facts that made this tour unique.
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597daytonm
Dec 19, 2025
Fun and informational tour of Charleston! - Captain B was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining! Don’t miss this tour. They kept our tour time even though we were the only guests the week before Christmas.
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Kwvgmv54
Dec 13, 2025
History and Bar Walk - Captain Bryan was a fabulous guide! His knowledge of the history of Charleston was extensive and very enjoyable. He was very good about showing us important aspects and sites that make up the history of Charleston. The references to the history of prohibition and the part that the historical bars of Charleston and the part they played in the history made the tour quite enjoyable. His passion for Charleston was apparent and very much appreciated.
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Angierz4886gi
Nov 26, 2025
Loved this experience and Captain B! - Highly recommend - this tour was amazing! Captain B clearly loves what he does. He is so incredibility passionate and knowledgeable about the history of Charleston! We learned and saw so much in a 2-hour window. He answered all of our questions along the way and didn't avoid any topic. The bars that we visited also had interesting history and delicious drinks! We were a group of 8 adults who soaked it all in...I'd love our teenage kids to take a tour like this for the immersive history part! Thanks, Captain B!
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Brenda
Nov 22, 2025
Great time walking the streets of Charleston - Captain Brian was a great tour guide and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended this tour. Drinks we ordered that were recommended were terrific.
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Kathryn_c
Nov 4, 2025
Great time! - Adam was a great guide, he made it informative and encouraged questions. His enthusiasm for the rich history was contagious.
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Companion20488706292
Nov 9, 2025
Columbia Couple Nov 2025 - It wasn't what I thought it would be. You would assume on a hops walking tour, the hops would be included. I feel cheated that it wasn't relayed upfront that alcohol is not included in the $70 per couple fee.
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up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).