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Is Charleston Worth Visiting?

Pastel rowhouses, harbor sunsets, low-country kitchens, antebellum gardens. A straight answer on whether Charleston is worth the trip — what makes it special, who'll love it, and the experiences that seal the deal.

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1h

Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

Travel by horse-drawn carriage along the picturesque streets of Charleston and take in the history of this South Carolina city.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $50 a person
1h

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

Embark on a captivating 1-Hour Daytime Palmetto Carriage Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour through Charleston's historic downtown district.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $50 a person
Rainbow Row
2h

Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

Every corner of Charleston hides a world of history.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $30 a person
40 min

Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

On this twilight tour, discover where spirits are reported to linger in downtown Charleston.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Bestseller
From $50 a person
1h 40m

Old Town Trolley Charleston Sightseeing Tour

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Charleston aboard a custom-built minibus in air-conditioned comfort.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $40 a person
2h 30m

Charleston Haunted Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

Your pirate guide will lead the group on a 2.5-hour walking tour through historic downtown Charleston.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $39 a person
Historic Charleston Tour
1h 30m

Gray Line Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

On this historical Charleston tour, journey back in time as your guide reveals the beauty and charm of one of America's most historic cities.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $31 a person
1h 30m

Charleston See-It-All City Bus Tour with Adventure Sightseeing

Charleston, see it all on a city tour and explore the best of the city!

  • 4.5★ · 1072 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $43 a person
Our partner bars have 7-8 local beers and at least 1 local liquor option!
2h

Charleston History and Hops Tour: Bar and History Walk

Come Live the Local Life with Captain Bryan or Historian Adam!

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $35 a person
1h 30m

Charleston Harbor History Day-Time or Sunset Boat Cruise

During this live narrated, scenic and relaxing 90 minute tour you will experience Charleston Harbor on the unique Carolina Belle tour vessel.

  • Bestseller
  • Free cancellation
From $45 a person
2h 30m

Downtown Charleston Food Tour

This Downtown Culinary Tour is provided by CHARLESTON CULINARY TOURS, the longest-running food tour company in Charleston.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $110 a person
2h

The Badass Broads of Charleston Walking Tour

Every badass history has a badass...HERSTORY.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $40 a person
3h

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!

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $111 a person
Charleston
2h

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

You have found the best tour in Charleston!

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $29 a person
An beautiful example of historic architecture on our route.
2h

Highlights of Charleston Guided Walking Tour

Our two hour Highlights of Charleston walking tour guides guests through the historic French Quarter and South of Broad neighborhoods of downtown Charleston.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $30 a person
Cobblestone street historic downtown Charleston
1h 30m

Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing

All tours conducted by local tour guide with 30 years experience.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $43 a person
2h

2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Charleston

Embark on a guided, eco-based kayaking adventure through the saltwater estuaries of Folly Creek, navigating a network of tidal creeks that wind around uninhabited hammock islands.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $54 a person
1h 30m

Real Hauntings of Charleston! (Small Group Ghost Tour)

Many Charleston Ghost Tours have big groups of 25+ - NOT HERE!!

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $32 a person
The Haunted Old Charleston Jail and the Ghost of Lavinia
50 min to 1h

Charleston's Haunted Ghost Tour - Solo Smart Phone Guided Tour

On this haunted GPS guided Audio walking tour you will see Charleston’s most haunted sites and hear their ghostly stories!

  • 4.7★ · 68 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $7 a person
2h

Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

Listen to the lost stories of black Charleston on this 2-hour walking tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $39 a person
2h 30m

Book Charleston's Most Educational History Tour!

Discover Charleston through the eyes of a real historian with three college degrees, including a PhD.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $45 a person
2h

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

Tour where carriages and motorcoaches are not allowed as you take a fascinating stroll with stories and traditions revealing Charleston’s rich history and colorful past.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $41 a person
2h 15m

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Visit historic Fort Sumter with the only operator in Charleston providing Admission to Fort Sumer National Monument and Round-Trip Ferry Transportation from Liberty Square or...

  • 4.6★ · 3772 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $43 a person
Explore The Charleston Musuem
2h

Gray Line City Tour with Charleston Museum Admission

On this historical Charleston tour, journey back in time as your guide reveals the beauty and charm of one of America's most historic cities.

  • 4.6★ · 181 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $45 a person

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