Charm of Charleston - Walk Through Time with a Charleston Native Discount Tickets

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Overview

More than just a history and architecture walking tour! Learn the unveiled history of Charleston, from the earliest days, to modern times, and everything in between. In order to talk about the blend of cultures in the Lowcountry and especially our beautiful Creole culture, the Gullah Geechee, we have to talk about all of it, even the dark history, which sadly, a lot of tour companies are still not willing to do. Charleston is a grand city with an intricate, complicated and delicate history that we handle with care, yet this story is engaging, fascinating and endlessly surprising. As you stroll through time with your certified native Charlestonian guide, you will be escorted by sights such as the Waterfront Park's Pineapple Fountain, the City Market, Rainbow Row, the Old Exchange Building, the Old Slave Mart Museum, hidden alleyways, majestic churches, cobblestone streets and more! While we speak freely about our history, this is appropriate for visitors of ages and walks of life!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your guide by the alcove at 164 Church Street (next to the Black Fedora), five minutes prior to the start of the tour.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Rainbow Row
Take a tranquil walk along Charleston's most famous landmark and learn how it became "Rainbow Row."
2. Pineapple Fountain
Find out why pineapples represent southern hospitality and see the famous Pineapple Fountain as you stroll through Waterfront Park, overlooking the majestic Charleston Harbor and the Ravenel Bridges.
3. Charleston City Market
A surprising history rest within the vibrant, diverse City Market, Charleston's original shopping district, has a surprising history.
4. Philadelphia Alley
Walk through this intriguing passageway that commemorates the close relationship between two revolutionary cities and learn the many secrets hidden there.
Duration: 10 mins
5. St. Michael's Church
Gracing the skyline of Charleston's Four Corners of Law, the original business district, is the city's oldest standing church, Saint Michael's. Also see City Hall, the County Courthouse and the Federal Courthouse.
6. Pink House Gallery
Did you know that Charleston's oldest structure was also it's most popular tavern for centuries? If those walls could talk!
7. Dock Street Theater
Be captivated by the exquisite and intriguing architecture of America's oldest theater.
8. Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
Crucial to Charleston during the Revolution was the port's first dungeon, customs house, meeting house and grand ballroom.

Inclusion

A pleasant, informative and entertaining tour of Charleston's most iconic landmarks.

Suggestions for further exploration, dining and events by a native of Charleston

Exclusion

Transportation or parking fees

Tour Guide gratuity (not mandatory, but most appreciated)

Food and drink

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Best of Charleston Tours

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