Charleston · TOURS
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The best tours in Charleston fill up fast, and the very best fill up first. Here are the 15 standouts, with current prices and what sets each apart, so you can book before the calendar closes.
A one-hour horse-drawn ride through Charleston’s historic district with draft horses, certified guides, and Civil War stories.
“The staff was courteous and attentive to children. They answered questions of adults and children. Explained things in a way my five year old found interesting and the horses are well taken care of which was my daughter’s main concern.”
Walk the historic streets of Charleston with a licensed local guide. See City Hall, Dock Street Theatre, Rainbow Row, and views of Fort Sumter.
“Very informative and entertaining. Learned a lot about the history of Charleston that make me appreciate the city even more. Would highly recommend.”
Haunted Charleston horse and carriage tour covers 15+ spooky blocks in 40 minutes, with guided ghost stories and no walking, $50.
“This was definitely a standout experience on our trip to Charleston. We had a great time with Miles (the guide) and Brian (the horse). The ghost stories were really fun, and it was a nice little tour around the city. Miles is a great storyteller, and Brian was a very good boy. We loved it and will absolutely do it again next time we’re in town.”
One-hour horse-drawn carriage tour through historic Charleston from the Big Red Barn, with certified guide stories and $49.95 value.
“Very friendly tour guide. Gave us lots of knowledge during our ride. Had such a great time and would do it again. Answered questions”
Prebook Fort Sumter entry with a round-trip ferry from Charleston Harbor. Harbor views, a ranger greeter, and a full hour at the fort.
“Great ferry ride. Wonderfully i formative Park Rangers. They were great at answering the numerous questions. Flag ceremony was really nice. Perfect weather”
Walk Charleston at night with a licensed guide, hear rotating ghost stories, and get after-hours entry to the 1772 Unitarian Church Graveyard.
“Great stories told with a dramatic tone. Spooky scenery. Easy to get to. Reasonable parking. BYOB though…”
A 2-hour Charleston small-group walk through hidden alleys, Rainbow Row, and the Old Exchange area with a licensed local guide.
“Very educational. Learned things that were not in the history books. We highly recommend this tour. So much interesting information. Dennis was a fabulous guide. I wish I had him as a history teacher when I was in school.”
A 2-hour guided walk through Charleston’s French Quarter and South of Broad, featuring major sights, lesser-known stops, and local stories.
“This was an excellent history tour and the guide was extremely knowledgeable. I definitely recommend.”
A 3-hour Charleston French Quarter or Upper King St brunch food tour with 7+ tastings, a Secret Dish, and local stories.
“Did a fantastic walking food tour around Charleston with Robin. Not only did she bring us to some wonderful and delicious food spots, she thoroughly entertained us with her knowledge and stories about Charleston history. Make sure you come hungry!”
Haunted Booze and Boos pirate walk in Charleston: 2.5 hours, small group, historic stops, and stories at bars—drinks extra.
“Our tour guide Vanna was wonderful, full of local history knowledge and an engaging personality. We had so much fun! Thank you for sharing your love of your town.”
1.5-hour air-conditioned Charleston minibus tour with a small group, big views of Rainbow Row and the Battery, plus lively guide stories.
“Very informative, tour guide was excellent!! Learned many unusual things about the city I never thought about.”
Walk Charleston French Quarter taste four Lowcountry spots plus dessert with a small group on a 2.5-hour food tour for $110.
“John was an outstanding tour guide, who shared his extensive historical knowledge of Charleston with us. The food selections were great, and we really enjoyed the reserved tables for each location that we tasted at. We highly recommend this tour!”
Charleston night ghost tour with Mike Brown: a 90-minute walk of local lore, chilling stories, and spooky photos for $29 in a small group.
“We had a great time in Charleston last week in October doing this walking tour. It was perfect to have an early dinner and then go for the tour.... plenty of spots to stop and sit, and the host even pointed out the bathroom options as we went along. He had tons of great stories about Charleston and knew SO much history. I'd do it again next time I visit!”
A 90-minute narrated Charleston mini-coach tour with harbor views, Rainbow Row, and historic landmarks. Upgrade options for key house museums.
“Everyone should take this tour. We found it to be very interesting and very informative as well as fun. We learned a lot about Charleston.”
Small-group Charleston walking tour with The Citadel PhD. 400 years of stories, free stop entries, and Fort Sumter views from the Battery.
“Highly recommend this tour. Our guide was a rare combination of hugely knowledgeable, highly engaging, humorous. We learned lots - historical and otherwise.”
