Charleston Walking Tour: History and Architecture Immersion
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34 Ratings
Charleston

Come and participate in the top-rated tour in Charleston! Experience all the fascinating history and incredible architecture that characterizes Charleston. Our professional tour guides, with a background in architectural history, are the best in the business. We can assure you that this will be one of the most memorable tours you’ve experienced!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Pineapple Fountain - \Pineapple shaped fountain that is great for photo ops!
  • Rainbow Row - This iconic landmark and historic street consists of 13 privately-owned Antebellum homes, each one painted in pastel colors.
  • Unitarian Church in Charleston - Admire its architecture and history, and get more great photo ops!.
  • Old City Jail - Great scary stories, history and architecture.
  • Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon - Learn about Charleston’s colonial history and architecture.
  • Philadelphia Alley - Also known as “duelers alley” - such a cool spot for architecture and photos.
What's Included
  • Charleston history exploration
  • Architectural walking tour
Location
195 E Bay St
East Bay Street
Your guide will meet you underneath the awning in front of the Charleston Tours & Activities windows. Our guides typically arrive ~15 minutes in advance so if you arrive before that please be patient. Please try to arrive 10 minutes early if possible to get checked in.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(34 Ratings)
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Gadabout992
May 24, 2024
Interesting tour - Glad we did this tour. Our guide, Philip, was very knowledgeable and interesting. Took us round at a sensible pace and included a ‘ comfort’ stop. Gave us a good insight into old Charleston.
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Alex_p
May 19, 2024
Nice - Thank for the tour it was great We had a good time City very bountiful It was very interesting tour We are receiving it
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Dolores_c
May 19, 2024
Fabulous walking tour! - Phillip was a great guide. Great style, very animated able to bring history to life. Would absolutely recommend this tour
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Tcb_tx
May 18, 2024
Perfect intriduction to historical Charleston - Philip was an engaging, informative guide. He pointed out interesting architectural and historical details. The pace was easy, nice break at city hall for water and facilities. Highly recommend, especially for a firsttime visitor like myself.
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Mrmmd
May 8, 2024
Charleston walking tour - Our guide Philip made the tour informative and entertaining. His experience as a history teacher was a definite plus. The time went quickly but wasn’t rushed There was enough shade along the walk so we didn’t wilt Charleston walking
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Cheryl_m
Apr 16, 2024
Fantastic - We had a fantastic time with Phillip our tour guide. He was full of fun and enthusiasm while providing the history of Charleston. I highly recommend this tour. And will do it again
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Patlx5016ha
Apr 10, 2024
Get to Know the Real Charleston. - Tour guide, Philip, combined in-depth knowledge and a sense of humor to bring Charleston‘s history alive. The knowledge he shared about houses, churches, alleyways, roads, architecture and decorative wrought iron was combined with details about significant historical individuals and historical events and natural events. He dispelled commonly held myths with facts. The walking pace was perfect and he willingly paused to answer dozens of questions and allow for picture taking. History is his background and it clearly shows. I would take a tour again with him at any time. Now, as I walk around Charleston, I have a much greater appreciation for everything I see and experience.
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Heather_c
Apr 5, 2024
Sign up before it's too late - Philip was a great guide; he is very knowledgeable about the area. While some guides / adults would be flustered by a 4 year old in the group and her random questions, Philip handled it like a champ. I learned a ton of historical and fun info on this tour. Another huge bonus for me: Philip texted us before the tour with clarification of the location to meet. Since we unexpectedly ran into Carnival Cruise traffic, this was amazing to be able to communicate our last minute challenges. I definitely recommend Philip's tour for anyone looking to get a sampling of Charleston's history and significance.
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Taramd5075vh
Apr 5, 2024
Great Tour with our Guide Philip - The tour was great! Lots of great information for a first timer. Philip was very informative and was a great guide. He answered all our questions and was very personable. I would recommend the tour and Philip!
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Annakt2831ef
Apr 5, 2024
Great tour - Philip was amazing, very enthusiastic and highly knowledgeable guide. The tour was very interesting and perfectly organized.
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