Charleston Sightseeing Bus Tour: Exploring Historic Districts
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876 Ratings
Charleston
Discover the rich history of Charleston on a 90-minute bus tour through its historic districts. Learn from knowledgeable guides and see all the city has to offer!
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Adventure Sightseeing - Departing from the Charleston Visitor Center in the late morning through mid-afternoon, this sightseeing tour includes a fully-guided, live-narrated trip throughout the city. Be entertained by knowledgeable guides and learn the history about some of the most historical sites Charleston has to offer, including the Citadel, the South’s most famous military academy, and the Old City Market. See amazing gardens, wrought iron art, many of the city’s 210 churches, and so much more.

This tour is non-stop, but there will be a quick stop at the Battery for a photo opportunity. This area of Charleston is a beautiful spot on the waterfront and will showcase incredible southern-style mansions, oak trees, palmettos, statues, cannons and cannon balls, and marvelous views of Fort Sumter, Castle Pinckney, and the Sullivan Island Lighthouse at a distance.

What's Included
  • 90-minute Narrated Historic Mini-Coach Tour of Charleston
  • Photo Opportunity at the Battery with views of Fort Sumter
  • Drive through The Citadel, the South’s most famous military academy
  • Sights of Old City Market, lovely gardens, and wrought iron art
  • Visit to 210 churches
  • Transportation aboard air-conditioned mini bus
  • Professional Guide/Driver
  • Bonus: Admission to Charleston Powder Museum included
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Experience the splendor of Charleston on a city tour, it’s the best way to familiarize yourself with the ‘Holy City’. This peaceful yet enlightening 90-minute bus journey is perfect for those making their first visit, or returning ones. Trained and competent guides will guide you through 350 years of historical events of the city as you traverse through its history-rich district in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. The extensive coverage of the bus tours allows you to see and enjoy everything that defines Charleston! Partake in this unforgettable tour and discover the city as a group.

  • No pets. Service animals are allowed
Location
375 Meeting St
Meeting Street
Charleston Visitor Center
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Candacec832
Mar 23, 2024
Informative - Saw so much! Driver told us so much. He was very clear which way to look. , pausing the bus to take a longer look. Very informative, driver was funny and knowledgable. Sometimes hard to understand him- needed to speak slower and clearer. Bus was very comfortable! We enjoyed it very much.
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Patricia_e
Mar 19, 2024
Seeing Charleston and... - Seeing Charleston and hearing the history of the town. It was our first trip here and was a great way to learn about the town.
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Shauna_c
Mar 19, 2024
Great - Great, easy tour of Charleston. Really nice, knowledgable tour guide. Enjoyed learning the history!!
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Deanna_d
Mar 18, 2024
Great tour of city - Our driver/tour guide was great! Lots of info and very entertaining and fun!! We would recommend to family and friends for sure!!!
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Joy_m
Mar 15, 2024
Excellent tour guide - Our tour guide was amazing! He was very informative along with being amusing. We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Charleston. We will definitely keep it on our list for another future visit.
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Tyra_r
Mar 1, 2024
LOVED IT - Shawn was a great knowledgeable fun tour guide. loved it highly recommend. It’s a must see experience
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Ruth_c
Mar 12, 2024
Loved seeing the Citadel,... - Loved seeing the Citadel, the battery, the tour guide was excellent. Unfortunately, the flooded areas were not an option to see so a few things were off limits
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Leslie_l
Feb 28, 2024
Lots of information and... - Lots of information and the story about the submarine Huntington - viewing the citadel and the horse track
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Kathy_v
Mar 9, 2024
I couldn’t see out the... - I couldn’t see out the window very well, and I couldn’t understand what the guide was saying. He had a strong accent and the microphone sounded mumbled.
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Connie_h
Mar 21, 2024
Bought the worst! - Did not go well at all! We did not get notified that it had been canceled. I called them after tour scheduled time and they then informed me that it had been canceled the day before. No apologies or explanation. I will never use this company again. Plus, they informed me I would have to wait 7 to 10 business days to receive my refund..huh??
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