The best family-friendly activities in Charleston for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)

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Charleston Self Guided Walking Tour

Charleston's past is alive and vibrant, waiting to be discovered around every corner. Go at your own pace, anytime, 24/7/365 on this smartphone guided (app/gps) …More

Charleston's past is alive and vibrant, waiting to be discovered around every corner. Go at your own pace, anytime, 24/7/365 on this smartphone guided (app/gps)...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (73)
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$10
Charleston History, Homes, and Highlights Guided Walking Tour

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 …More

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...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (306)
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$28
The Badass Broads of Charleston Walking Tour

Every badass history has a badass...HERSTORY. Walk with us as we celebrate Charleston's. We have a very rich story and the women of Charleston have …More

Every badass history has a badass...HERSTORY. Walk with us as we celebrate Charleston's. We have a very rich story and the women of Charleston have...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (207)
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$40
Charleston in a Nutshell Private Tours

Looking for a stress-free way to see Charleston? Join local guide Jeff Zimmerman and his team on their 2 hour citywide private driving tour. Beat …More

Looking for a stress-free way to see Charleston? Join local guide Jeff Zimmerman and his team on their 2 hour citywide private driving tour. Beat...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (376)
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$111
French Quarter Historic Charleston Walk

This historical overview of Charleston's French Quarter highlights the Holy City's finest points of interest. Bring a camera to capture the beauty, and enjoy a …More

This historical overview of Charleston's French Quarter highlights the Holy City's finest points of interest. Bring a camera to capture the beauty, and enjoy a...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (117)
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$33
Charleston Gullah Black History Slave Walking Tour Unfiltered

While others offer scripted stories, we offer the raw, unfiltered truth. What sets us apart is simple: we are the only tour in Charleston led …More

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While others offer scripted stories, we offer the raw, unfiltered truth. What sets us apart is simple: we are the only tour in Charleston led...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$50
Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island

There is so much more awaiting you off the Charleston peninsula! Here is your opportunity to take a small group, 1/2 day tour (8 or …More

There is so much more awaiting you off the Charleston peninsula! Here is your opportunity to take a small group, 1/2 day tour (8 or...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$85
Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

Whether you join our classic itinerary or select our Brunch option, you are in for an unforgettable culinary journey through 300 years of history! Our …More

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Whether you join our classic itinerary or select our Brunch option, you are in for an unforgettable culinary journey through 300 years of history! Our...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (2,473)
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$90
Serial Killer Escape Room in Charleston

Experience the top-rated escape rooms in Charleston with our "Serial Killer" game, a 60-minute immersive adventure in the house of Chainsaw Chuck. Navigate through multiple …More

Experience the top-rated escape rooms in Charleston with our "Serial Killer" game, a 60-minute immersive adventure in the house of Chainsaw Chuck. Navigate through multiple...

1 hour
5.0 (7)
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$35
Charleston Ghosts of Liberty Guided Walking Tour

Step into the shadows of Charleston’s past on The Ghosts of Liberty Tour—an unforgettable walking adventure that brings history and hauntings to life! Perfect for …More

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Step into the shadows of Charleston’s past on The Ghosts of Liberty Tour—an unforgettable walking adventure that brings history and hauntings to life! Perfect for...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (471)
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$30
Private Charleston Walking Food Tour in the French Quarter

Step back through cobblestone streets where pirates, patriots, and duelists once tread. This walk uncovers Charleston's French Quarter through three centuries of gritty legend and …More

Step back through cobblestone streets where pirates, patriots, and duelists once tread. This walk uncovers Charleston's French Quarter through three centuries of gritty legend and...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (278)
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$157
Charleston Brunch Food Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and More

Discover southern hospitality on our Charleston Brunch Food Tour in the vibrant Upper King Street district! Starting near the historic William Aiken House, we kick …More

Discover southern hospitality on our Charleston Brunch Food Tour in the vibrant Upper King Street district! Starting near the historic William Aiken House, we kick...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (380)
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$111
Small-Group Family-Friendly Haunted History and Ghost Walk

History, Haunts, & Hahas! is a small, local, mom-owned business specializing in Ghost Forensics, Ethical Storytelling, Comic Relief, and the Human Behind the Haunting. Southern …More

History, Haunts, & Hahas! is a small, local, mom-owned business specializing in Ghost Forensics, Ethical Storytelling, Comic Relief, and the Human Behind the Haunting. Southern...

75 to 105 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (8)
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$20
Charleston Chicora 2 Hour History Walking Tour

This is a 2 hour walk through 350 years of the history of the beautiful city of Charleston. We tell an accurate, interesting, sad, tragic, …More

This is a 2 hour walk through 350 years of the history of the beautiful city of Charleston. We tell an accurate, interesting, sad, tragic,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (280)
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$40
Folly Beach Eco Boat Excursion and Morris Island Drop Off

On this tour, the boat ride through Folly Beach's most pristine marshlands is a must do and an adventure in itself. Along the way, your …More

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On this tour, the boat ride through Folly Beach's most pristine marshlands is a must do and an adventure in itself. Along the way, your...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$69
Trolley Tour in Wadmalaw Island of South Carolina

The trolley ride takes about 35-40 minutes and you'll get to see our many acres and acres of tea bushes. You'll learn more about tea …More

The trolley ride takes about 35-40 minutes and you'll get to see our many acres and acres of tea bushes. You'll learn more about tea...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (131)
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$20
Charleston History Tour /

Witness history on our daily walks. This breathtaking tour is filled with legends and heritage to proclaim Charleston's vibrant past and opulent history. Discover our …More

Witness history on our daily walks. This breathtaking tour is filled with legends and heritage to proclaim Charleston's vibrant past and opulent history. Discover our...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (387)
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$49
90 Minute Sightseeing Bus Tour of Historic Charleston

As you wind through the city, you will encounter many of the iconic sights, sounds, customs and stories that have shaped the low country of …More

As you wind through the city, you will encounter many of the iconic sights, sounds, customs and stories that have shaped the low country of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$32
A Ghost Tour with 10 ORIGINAL Stories AND Equipment!

Not only are more images of ghosts captured on our tours than on any other tour in Charleston. We stand out as the ONLY Ghost …More

Not only are more images of ghosts captured on our tours than on any other tour in Charleston. We stand out as the ONLY Ghost...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (79)
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$35
8pm Holy City Hauntings Tour

Join us as we walk you by Charleston's most haunted locations. All of the stops on our tour have been investigated by our paranormal research …More

Join us as we walk you by Charleston's most haunted locations. All of the stops on our tour have been investigated by our paranormal research...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$33
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