Charleston Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Explore Historic Antebellum South
4.1
10 Ratings
Charleston
Immerse yourself in the history and charm of Charleston, SC with this self-guided audio walking tour. Explore historic districts, learn about the city's founding, and discover how the Revolutionary War and Civil War shaped its past.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Circular Congregational Church - The church was established in 1681, making it one of the oldest continuously worshiping congregations in the South. Originally known as the White Meeting House, it was built as a meeting place for Dissenters who did not conform to the Church of England. The current circular building was constructed in 1891 after the original building was destroyed by fire.
What's Included
  • Easy to use: Stories play automatically by GPS. Hands-free. Get HELP all day: Call, Chat, or Email.
  • Don’t miss a thing: Full itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated, videos, text, hidden gems.
  • Offline use: No cell signal or wifi required. Offline GPS Map & route. Stop-to-stop direction.
  • App on your phone: A link to download the Tour Guide App by Action and Password for your tours.
  • Flexible schedule: Use any day, any time. Travel over multiple days or on next trip. Never expires.
What's Not Included
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the genuine atmosphere of the historic American south with our self-led walking exploration of Charleston, SC. Venture through heritage-rich areas filled with charming boutiques and stunning structures while you delve into the story of the city’s inception, its expansion into a substantial urban area, and the transformative impact of the Revolutionary War and Civil War. This excursion provides you with an all-encompassing perspective of this intriguing city and its history.

Following your reservation, examine your email and download the Action Tour Guide App, input your special code, and unlock your tour. A strong internet/wifi connection is needed for these initial procedures. Just adhere to the audible directions and guided path thereafter.

This tour does not include admission fees. Ensure to check the operating timings prior to your tour.

The tour never expires — Enjoy lifetime access to this experience!

  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
  • How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action’s Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Amazing savings: Walking Tours: While each person typically needs their tour, couples or small groups can share one using split headphones.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: • The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
Location
152 Market St
Market Street
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Gallopinghelm
Jan 8, 2024
Best way to see and learn about Charleston - This walking tour was great. We loved it way more than a group tour. We took our time, learned and saw a lot. Took breaks for beers and food along the way. I would fully recommend this 100%.
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Alexb75024
Oct 26, 2023
Good application-worked well for us. - Works well. Good information and directions for Charleston. Liked that we can stop and pickup anytime. End up canceling guided in person tour in Savannah and buying tour on this app because of flexibility.
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Q6416pigeorgew
Jun 19, 2023
Charleston Fun - We enjoyed the tour. It was wonderful to go at our own pace and GPS locator was amazingly accurate. We broke the tour into two days, which worked great for us
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Brittany_s
Feb 3, 2024
Wonderful and easy! - Easy and fun way to get a quick walk with a tour in when stopping in Charleston for a work trip! I loved it!
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Michael
Nov 12, 2023
Great way to learn about a new city! - This is an excellent way to learn about the city during your first few days. This excellent, inexpensive self-guided tour covers approximately 50 sites over a few hours, provides good walking instructions and useful history. Personally, I feel that there could have been more specifics.
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X9485xcbethm
Jul 28, 2023
Great ! - I liked being on my own time line. Easy to use. Lots of interesting facts. I owuld recommend for a solo or couple. May not work well with a large group.
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James_a
May 14, 2023
Walking tour - The background stories and plaques helped out puzzle pieces together. I stopped to read the signs. We took our time and the walk took several hours. I suggest more content for the tour.
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Mcallahan66
Oct 8, 2022
The tour was full of... - The tour was full of history and information on this charming city. I would recommend this walking tour. We stopped at a local place along the way for a drink and again for lunch. It took us about 4 hours. One section of the tour went through a housing project and probably should be removed from the route. Other than that, it was safe.
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Sara_h
Jul 3, 2023
Missing History - There are a lot of sites passed along the way without commentary. The potential for the partnering of tech and solo tour is really cool - but there is so much more in between the listed sites that should be reviewed that we’re completely missing.
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