Charleston History, Homes, and Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Overview
This 2-hour, walking tour explores Charleston's Historic District by visiting the streets of the French Quarter and the residential area "South of Broad". Hear the stories of Charleston's founding, see historic homes and churches and view the city architecture. Learn the story of this beautiful city—from its first settlers to today.
What's Included
- Explore the residential area "South of Broad"
- Hear the tales of historic churches and view the city architecture
- Learn about the history and events that shaped Charleston
- Explore Charleston's Historic District, including the French Quarter
- Several popular points of interest including Rainbow Row
- Stroll through the quaint and charming streets of the historic district
- Professional & Licensed Local Guide
- 2-Hour Charleston Historic Downtown Guided Walking Tour
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
80 Broad Street
Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
94 Battery Place
Charleston, SC 29401, USA
The end point will vary depending on the guide and the route taken, but will only be a few blocks away from the start and the guide will always walk you back to the start if requested.
What To Expect
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Charleston City Hall
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Michael's Church
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rainbow Row
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Battery & White Point Gardens
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Water bottle and comfortable shoes recommended
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-17256P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- Explore the residential area "South of Broad".
- Hear the tales of historic churches and view the city architecture.
- Learn about the history and events that shaped Charleston.
- Explore Charleston's Historic District, including the French Quarter.
- Several popular points of interest including Rainbow Row.
- Stroll through the quaint and charming streets of the historic district.
- Professional & Licensed Local Guide.
- 2-Hour Charleston Historic Downtown Guided Walking Tour.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Charleston History, Homes, and Highlights Guided Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Charleston History, Homes, and Highlights Guided Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Explore the residential area "South of Broad"
- Hear the tales of historic churches and view the city architecture
- Learn about the history and events that shaped Charleston
- Explore Charleston's Historic District, including the French Quarter
- Several popular points of interest including Rainbow Row
- Stroll through the quaint and charming streets of the historic district
- Professional & Licensed Local Guide
- 2-Hour Charleston Historic Downtown Guided Walking Tour
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Water bottle and comfortable shoes recommended
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
