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A street with historic buildings, a clock tower, and palm trees. 2
A group of people standing in front of a fountain with water jets. 3
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Charleston: History and Architecture Guided Walking Tour

By Empire Tours and Productions (Charleston Tour Company)
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$43 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Uncover the city’s rich history and colourful architecture with an expert guide
  • Immerse yourself in the charm of Charleston with a visit to 3 secret alleys
  • Go inside landmarks like the Old Exchange, Dock St Theatre & St Michael's Church
  • Learn fascinating insights into Charleston’s past
  • See historic homes & buildings with beautiful iron work on centuries old gates

Activity location

    • Charleston
    • Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 195 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA | 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.
    • Charleston, South Carolina, United States

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Charleston: History and Architecture Guided Walking Tour

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$43.24 x 1 AdultAU$43.24
Total
Price is AU$43.24

PRIVATE History and Architecture Guided Walking Tour

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

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Language options: English
Price details
AU$463.41 x 1 TravellerAU$463.41
Total
Price is AU$463.41

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided walking tour
  • Inclusions
    Expert local guide
  • Inclusions
    3 secret alleys
  • Inclusions
    Entrance to St Michael’s Church, Old Exchange Building and Dock Street Theatre (subject to availability)
  • Exclusions
    Service charge

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

  • Experience the best of Charleston with this popular History and Architecture Tour of Charleston’s Historic City centre. Take an immersive journey through secret alleys and colourful corridors, uncovering the city’s rich history and colourful architecture.

    Expert guides will provide fascinating insights into Charleston’s past and present, making this tour an unforgettable experience.

    The tour starts in the Historic City centre. From there your guide will lead you through the South of Broad the French Quarter Districts with their charming architecture, cobblestone streets and historic homes, and finishes at the famous Pineapple Fountain.

    Highlights include visits to three hidden alleys, the beautiful wrought iron work on centuries old gates, visiting the interior of St Michaels Church, the Dock St Theatre and the Old Exchange (all subject to availability), famous Rainbow Row, bustling City Market and historic St Philip’s Church.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Charleston
    • Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 195 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA | 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.
    • Charleston, South Carolina, United States