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Half Day Private Tour throughout Charleston Historic Locations

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Charleston, USA
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On average, this is booked 11 (1) days in advance.

3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Experience Charleston like a local with your own Private Guide

Come explore one of the oldest cities in America with its historic homes, French Quarter, and beautiful waterfront. Then let us take you out to discover another historic site, the charming Old Village in Mt. Pleasant. Let us do the driving and show you the best Charleston has to offer - both inside and outside downtown!

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Your guide will reach out by text message the day before your tour to confirm pick up details with you.

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375 Meeting Street
Charleston, SC 29403, USA

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Historic Downtown Charleston

The Battery - visit this defensive seawall along Charleston HarborWhite Point Garden - a public park since 1837, it was used to store artillery during the Civil WarOld Exchange and Provost Dungeon - one of only four remaining structures where the US Constitution was ratified in 1788 as well as Charleston’s most common destination for public slave auctionsMarion Square - established as a parade ground for state arsenal and named for one of the founders of modern guerrilla warfare during the RevolutionKing Street - originally the main route of the city, now the upscale shopping street of Charleston
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Rainbow Row

Rainbow Row - a group of 13 picturesque homes and storefronts along the Cooper RiverArchitectural overview of historic homes from the 18th and 19th centuries (entry not included)Edmonston-Alston HouseAiken-Rhett HouseJoseph Manigault HouseHeyward-Washington HouseNathaniel Russell HouseWilliams Mansion
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Charleston Waterfront Park

Waterfront Park Pier - originally home to wharfs and shipping terminals, now a lovely park with a wide pier that juts out into the harbor, perfect for relaxing and taking in the viewGadsden’s Wharf - the first destination for an estimated 100,000 enslaved Africans during the peak of the international slave trade
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mount Pleasant Historic Distric

The Old Village sits on the Charleston harbor and is known for its beautiful homes, moss-draped live oak trees and a small-town feel. The Old Village claims some of the best waterfront views of the Charleston area.Shem Creek - this popular waterfront destination with it’s own 2200-ft boardwalk is a favorite for locals, shrimpers and dolphins as well!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half Day Private Tour throughout Charleston Historic Locations?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-36900P31

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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