Charleston

15 Best Charleston Walking Tours

Here are the walking tours that cover Charleston’s peninsula properly. Rainbow Row’s thirteen pastel houses, the Battery, and the alleys south of Broad all sit within an easy mile of one another. Two hours at a stroll covers the highlights.

1.Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

Discover the enchanting charm of Historic Charleston on a guided walking tour. Uncover hidden gems, rich history, and captivating stories that bring the city to life.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“It was casual walking a lot of information was given and a true insight of the peninsula and the historical background. Our guide was very professional in her historical knowledge of the area and the nature and vegetation.”

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2.Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour With Unitarian Church Graveyard

Experience the chilling allure of Charleston's haunted past on our Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour. Dare to explore the eerie Unitarian Church Graveyard. Book now!

★ 4.5

“Loved the ghost tour!! Simon was a great guide. He made the ghost stories come alive. I’m not a believer in ghosts but Simon made me wonder.”

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3.Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour

Discover the secrets of hidden alleyways and uncover the history of iconic sites on our captivating small-group walking tour. Join us today and step into the past!

★ 5.0

“Wonderful relaxed walk and learned so much! Pretty alley walks we would pass by not knowing they could be walked and amazing architecture♥️”

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4.Highlights of Charleston Guided Walking Tour

Discover the hidden gems of Charleston on our guided walking tour. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history and charm. Book your adventure today!

★ 5.0

“Bill gave us a remarkable, fact filled tour of Charleston’s historical hot spots. We enjoyed his sense of humor, professional and vast knowledge and his friendly interaction with both the young and “old” among our small group. We would request another tour with Bill next…”

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5.Charleston Historical Walking Tour With a Professor of History at the Citadel

Explore the rich history of Charleston on a captivating walking tour led by a Citadel professor. Uncover fascinating stories and hidden gems. Book your adventure today!

★ 5.0

“Eric is an excellent tour guide for his adopted city of Charleston. Like the tour says, he is a bona fide history professor at the Citadel, and it shows! We had a very detailed and extensive tour which gave context and depth to a broad…”

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6.Charleston Ghost & Graveyard Night-Time Guided Walking Tour

Experience the eerie charm of Charleston's haunted history on a thrilling night-time walking tour! Discover spine-chilling stories and explore haunted graveyards. Book now!

★ 4.5

“The host was really friendly. She seemed very knowledgeable and was a great storyteller. The tour was really interesting.”

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7.Historic Charleston Walking Tour: Rainbow Row, Churches, and More

Discover the charm of Historic Charleston on a captivating walking tour. Explore Rainbow Row, magnificent churches, and more. Uncover the secrets of this iconic city!

★ 5.0

“Seeing the rainbow row and listening to history behind Charleston. Seeing the original wall. I recommend this tour, however it was very hot. The Spring or Fall would have been a better time to visit.”

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8.Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour With Admission to Old City Jail

Haunting tales of notorious criminals and ghostly legends come alive during the Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour, where visitors uncover the mysteries of the Old City Jail.

“Sarah was 10/10 very informative and it has been a long time coming for me to get to the jail and she did an amazing job”

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9.Charleston Ghost & Dungeon Night-Time Walking Tour With Entry to Provost Dungeon

Discover the chilling secrets of Charleston's haunted past on a spine-tingling night-time walking tour. Dare to enter the infamous Provost Dungeon. Book now!

“This tour is a lot of fun full on history and scary ghost stories. The tour guide Sabian was and excellent tour guide full of personality and interacted with the whole group throughout the trip. Be prepared for a decent walk and bring something to…”

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10.Charleston Ghosts of Liberty Guided Walking Tour

Discover the haunted history of Charleston on a spine-chilling guided walking tour. Unearth the secrets of Liberty Street and encounter the city's restless spirits.

★ 4.5

“Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area and the stories that went with each of our tour stops. The highlight of the tour was the fact he had pictures that folks had sent him from previous tours that supported the stories. Highly recommend! And…”

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11.Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

Discover the hidden tales of Black Charleston on an immersive walking tour. Uncover untold stories that shaped the city's rich history. Join us today!

★ 5.0

“This tour was full of interesting and informative history presented in a very engaging and entertaining way. I learned so much I’d never heard of Charleston’s past. Damon inspired me to learn more.”

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12.Charleston: History and Architecture Guided Walking Tour

Peek into Charleston's past on a History and Architecture Guided Walking Tour, where each step unravels intriguing tales and hidden treasures waiting to be uncovered.

★ 4.8

“I had a wonderful time on this tour. Jeff was an excellent guide - interesting and engaging. He took me to spots and told me stories I’m sure I would never have discovered on my own. Great overview of Charleston and its history.”

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13.Small-Group Tour: Charleston Old Walled City Historical Walking Tour

Uncover Charleston's captivating past on a budget-friendly, small-group walking tour that offers personalized insights into the city's architectural heritage.

★ 4.5

“Our tour guide Al was a very pleasant historian, who knew everything you would want to know about Charleston‘s history. He answered our questions as we leisurely strolled through the city . One of the highlights was visiting Saint Michaels church.”

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15.Charleston History, Homes, and Architecture Guided Walking Tour

Discover the enchanting charm of Charleston's history, homes, and architecture on a guided walking tour. Uncover hidden stories and explore the city's rich heritage.

★ 5.0

“If you’re interested in the history of Charleston, this is a great walking tour. Our tour guide, Dennis, was excellent. He provided a lot of facts and information with a wicked sense of humor. I highly recommend this tour which takes two hours.”

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5.0Guided City of The Dead Walking Tour in Charleston1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$35.00 4.2Charleston: 90-Minute Ghost and Dungeon Walking Tour1.5 hours$40 5.0Charleston Chicora 2 Hours Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$40.00 5.0Small Group Historic Walking Tours With Certified Guides2 hours (approx.)$35.00 4.5Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$40.50 5.0Historic Women of Charleston Guided Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$40.00 5.0Behind the Scenes of Shem Creek Shrimp Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$29.00 5.0Charlestons Best History Walking Tour – 10 AM2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$45.00 5.0Charleston: Citadel History Professor Guided Walking Tour3 hours$40 4.5Charleston: 90-Minute Ghost & Graveyard Walking Tour1.5 hours$40 5.0Storied Charleston Walking Tour by Author Liz Duren1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$39.00 5.0Charleston Historical Walking Tour With Local Guide2 hours (approx.) 5.0Frankly Charleston Morning Walking Tour$49.30 5.0Charleston History and Architecture Walking Tour$27 4.5Charleston: Small-Group Ghost Walking Tour at Night1 hour$33 4.8The Best History Walking Tour in Charleston!2.5 hours$45 5.0Charleston Walking Tours With Ann2 to 3 hours (approx.)$75.00 4.0Charleston Footprints Walking Tour2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)$28.50 5.0Charleston Private Brunch Walking Tour With Secret Food Tours3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$370.00 5.0Charleston Historical Walking Tour: Pirates, Patriots, and More1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$35.00 4.6Charleston: Dark Side of Charleston 1.5-Hour Walking Tour1.5 hours$40 4.0Charleston: Death and Depravity Ghost Walking Tour1.5 hours$34 4.5Charleston Self Guided Walking Tour1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$9.75 5.0Private Walking Tour of Historic Charleston2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$100.00