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Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour
Mike Brown is Charleston's most experienced ghost tour guide. Mike has been giving ghost tours in Charleston for 30 years and is the host of the popular Pleasing Terrors Podcast. He has been featured on television and radio shows including the BBC, HGTV, Voice of America Radio and Destination America's Ghost Asylum. Mike combines suspenseful storytelling with an unparalleled knowledge of the hidden and often frightening stories lurking in Charleston's past and present. Every tour is given by Mike so you are guaranteed that the quality of the experience will match the reviews.
4.8(1382)
1h 30m
Charleston
- Free cancellation
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$29
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Private Historic Horse & Carriage Tour of Charleston
Enjoy Charleston's beauty and charm in one of our private vis-à-vis carriages that accommodates up to 4 guests. This private carriage ride will sure to be a highlight during your visit to the holy city. This tour begins and ends in the Historic City Market. Hotel pick-up drop-off not included.
4.8(103)
50 Minutes
Charleston
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$300
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Private Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Charleston
Embark on a delightful journey through the heart of Charleston with our exclusive private horse and carriage tour. Perfect for couples, families, or small groups, this personalized experience invites you to explore the city’s rich history and stunning architecture at a leisurely pace. As you settle into the cozy carriage, your certified guide will share captivating stories about Charleston’s storied past, from its colonial beginnings to its vibrant present. This Charleston horse and carriage tour is the perfect way to immerse yourself into Charleston’s vibrant culture. Begin your private tour of Charleston at the Big Red Barn, just one block off of Market Street in the heart of downtown. Our private horse and carriage tour is the ideal way to create lasting memories in this historic city. The tour concludes back at Palmetto Carriage Works' Big Red Barn. Please select (1) during checkout for the group pricing per carriage. Each carriage can accommodate 1-4 people per group.
4.8(353)
1 Hour
Charleston
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$325
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Charleston Harbor Speed Boat Adventure Tour
Charleston's most exciting Speed Boat Adventure Tour! Experience the thrill of driving your own F13 speed boat during this 2-hour tour of the world-famous Charleston Harbor. See the city from a unique vantage point as your guide shares facts and stories about Charleston. This 13-mile guided tour hits all the best sights and attractions around. Follow your guide to top Charleston Harbor attractions such as the Battery, USS Yorktown, Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge, and more! Learn from your guide about these landmarks via the onboard communication system. Don't forget to take photos and look for local wildlife along the way. No boating experience is required, you will learn the basics of operating the speedboat from your guide before heading out on the water. You must be 21 years old to drive the speed boat.
4.8(237)
2 Hours
Charleston
- Free cancellation
- Likely to sell out
From
$102
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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. Explore the streets of this historic city with a licensed tour guide who will gladly answer questions and offer insight into what makes Charleston so unique. Discover the city's stunning houses, lush gardens, grand mansions, charming churches, and picturesque parks while learning about its rich history, unique architecture, and vibrant flora. As the oldest carriage tour company in Charleston, Palmetto Carriage Works has crafted an exceptional experience that combines knowledge, wit, and humor. This tour offers an exciting and dynamic exploration, seamlessly blending 19th-century conveyance with the charm of a 21st-century city. Don’t miss your chance to explore the “Holy City” in this unforgettable way!
4.8(3697)
1 Hour
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$50
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Historic Charleston Walking & Storytelling Tour
This tour is an exploration of Charleston that highlights the women and men who helped found Charleston and the United States. Did you know, without the pirates and patriots of Charleston, the United States may not exist today? We start our experience in front of the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, one of Charleston’s oldest and most historical buildings. Learn about George Washington’s visit in 1791, and the dungeon’s prisoners who met their fate. Next, we venture down East Bay Street, passing Rainbow Row. Behold gorgeous mansions, and witness breathtaking views of the Charleston Harbor and White Point Garden. Walk in the footsteps of pirates and their captors. Next, we turn inward and walk through Charleston’s South of Broad neighborhood. Learn about the man George Washington and Thomas Jefferson said was the true father of America. Last, we venture back to our starting point, passing by the Four Corners of the Law and the shops and residences on Broad Street.
4.8(25)
2 Hours
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$36
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Drayton Hall Plantation Tour
Chicora Tours is the only tour company in Charleston that provides this experience of Drayton Hall Plantation. We take pride in being able to show our guests the oldest and most authentic plantation house in Charleston. Drayton Hall is one of the most beautiful, historic and aesthetically pleasing places in the entire Charleston area. Whether you are a history buff, a photographer or an architectural enthusiast, Drayton Hall has something to offer anybody who can appreciate one of the most astounding sites in Charleston.
4.8(10)
3h 30m
Charleston
- Free cancellation
- Likely to sell out
From
$110
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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 Tour in Charleston, offering 10 original, well-researched, and spine-chilling stories on every tour! We're also the Only Ghost Tour using verification equipment to show you when ghosts are in your presence. You might even see a ghost! That's right. Many of our guests have captured photographic evidence of ghosts—not just "orbs" but actual images of ghostly beings in their photos. If you do capture a ghost, and we post it, we'll send you an official Ghost Tour T-Shirt! Unlike other tours that pack people in, we limit our Ghost Tours to just 15 participants. These tours often sell out, so join us for the best ghost tour in Charleston as we explore the dark side and search for spirits from the past... unless you're scared. Note: The tour ends a few blocks from where it starts, but we will walk you back to the starting point.
4.8(77)
1h 30m
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$35
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Charleston Water Taxi Cruise with Dolphin Sighting
Not your typical Water Taxi. Best value in Charleston! includes dolphin sightings(frequent but not guaranteed). Most affordable and convenient harbor cruise + transportation to 4 point around the Harbor. $14/All Day Pass!
4.8(927)
1 Hour - 11 Hours
Charleston
From
$17
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Middleton Plantation-3 hour guided tour- hotel pickup
This is a small group tour which includes a brief driving tour of Charleston's Old and Historic District and one of Charleston's premier plantations. Your guides Mike and Nancy are licensed city guides who's lived in the historic district for more than 30 years. One of them will provide you with interesting historic facts and amusing stories of 300 year old traditions that exist in this wonderful city today. Mike and Nancy are considered to be two of Charleston's premier guides. See why Charleston's leading hotels recommend Mike and Nancy to their guests. Then on to Middleton Place Plantation, the most authentic of all of the public plantations in the area and by far the most historic.
4.8(110)
3 Hours
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$125
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Small Group Historic Charleston walking Tour
Charleston, SC is a wonderful place to visit. So much history, so many centuries old traditions. Choosing the right tour guide will make your experience truly memorable. Mike and Nancy are licensed city guides and 30 year resident of the Old and Historic District. They can offer a perspective that almost no one else can. One of them will walk you through little known pathways and tell you about 300 year old Charleston customs that are still practiced today. For those interested Mike also offers Civil War in Charleston tours. Learn about the battles that took place in Charleston, the harbor defenses and the unique relationship between Major Anderson the Union commander and General Beauregard the Confederate commander. Finally, Mike and Nancy are considered two of Charleston's premier guides. See why Charleston's leading hotels refer their guests to them.
4.8(64)
1h 30m
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$47
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Tastes Through Time - Charleston's Best Food & History Tour
This unique foodie tour blends the perfect pairing of culinary delights with the captivating history of Lowcountry culture and the evolution of the region's cuisine. While you dine on Charleston's signature dishes and delicacies of the Lowcountry, your fun, knowledgeable, engaging guide, a native Charlestonian, will escort you through the famous Historic District to some of the city's premier restaurants, where you will receive VIP service. Your guide will be glad to recommend the best local dining and touring experiences to make the most of your stay in Charleston. Please list dietary or mobility restrictions in the "special notes" area when booking and we will gladly substitute dishes and make accommodations as necessary. This is a timed tour, with reservations at each restaurant, so we ask that guests please be on time. *A minimum of three to four guests is required for this tour to operate."
4.8(146)
2h 10m
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$105
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Magnolia Plantation Tour with transportation PLUS City Bus Tour
Enjoy a full day of touring with this plantation and see it all bus tour combo! Start your day with a 4.5-hour tour of Magnolia Plantation and see the plantation has stood the test of time dating back to 1676. One of America's most important historical sights, you will travel in comfort on board an air conditioned coach. This tour is led by a knowledgeable and professional guide, that can transport you back in time. Upon your return to the city, enjoy a 90 minute guided tour of historic downtown Charleston.
4.8(4)
7h 30m
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$125
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Charleston Unchained Pirates and Patriots By Junket
Come on our History Walking Tour presented by Junket! People come from all over the country to visit Charleston, which is a renowned tourist attraction. Visitors today adore taking leisurely strolls along the lovely cobblestone walks, admiring the beauty of nature, enjoying a meal by the river, and shopping on King Street for the newest styles. Underneath all of this beauty and impressive architecture, there lie horrifying memories of destruction, mayhem, and death. Charleston has survived numerous difficult wars, Mother Nature, and threats from an endless sea of adversaries since its founding in 1670. Well-known pirates like Blackbeard and Stede Bonnet posed a threat to Charleston. Take a journey of the stunning surrounds of Charleston, from The Battery to White Point Gardens to the Stede Bonnet Monument, to discover how the city's lovely mansions and pathways came to be. This unique historical tour, which begins at The Battery, explores Charleston's history of pirates and patriots.
4.8(4)
2 Hours
Charleston
- Free cancellation
- Likely to sell out
From
$26
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Half Day Private Tour throughout Charleston Historic Locations
Experience Charleston like a local with your own Private Guide Come explore one of the oldest cities in America with its historic homes, French Quarter, and beautiful waterfront. Then let us take you out to discover another historic site, the charming Old Village in Mt. Pleasant. Let us do the driving and show you the best Charleston has to offer - both inside and outside downtown!
4.7(43)
3 Hours
Charleston
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$175
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Downtown Charleston Food Tour
This Downtown Culinary Tour is provided by CHARLESTON CULINARY TOURS, the longest-running food tour company in Charleston. Visit four food establishments on this 2.5-hour tour that combines elements of a historical tour with a culinary adventure! Learn about Charleston's history as you enjoy tastings of traditional favorites and contemporary innovations, all of which highlight the cuisine of locally-owned restaurants. Insight into Lowcountry cuisine accompanies the broad range of samples on your food tour. This is our original tour around the French Quarter and City Market and focuses on the traditional flavors of the region.
4.7(1422)
2h 30m
Charleston
- Free cancellation
- Likely to sell out
From
$110
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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 both from our trolley guide as well as our founder, Bill Hall, who narrates a portion of the tour over the bus sound system. The trolley also makes a stop at the greenhouse where everyone departs the trolley and gets to see up close and personal just what it takes to bring new tea bushes into the world. This trip is a once-in-a-lifetime experience
4.7(116)
45 Minutes
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$20
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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! Built in EMF Reader in our walking tour app to detect ghosts on the tour. You'll see and hear: Old Exchange and the Ghosts of the Prisoners Below The Blind Tiger and the Woman in Black The Dock Street Theater and the Ghost of Nettie The Pirates Courtyard and the Ghosts of the Hung Pirate St. Philips Church and the Ghost of the Weeping Woman The Powder Magazine and the Ghost of Gabriel The Circular Church Graveyard and the Trench Ghost Poogan’s Porch and the Ghost of the Pooch Haint Blue and it’s Spooky Past The Unitarian Cemetery and the Ghost of Anna The Old Charleston Jail and the Ghost of Lavinia Fisher This ghostly adventure is smart phone guided. You go to the Old Exchange, open the tour, enter your experience code from Viator and press play. From there you are guided turn by turn through Charleston's haunted streets.
4.7(67)
50 Minutes - 1 Hour
Charleston
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$7
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Charleston’s Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl
Come on our Haunted Pub Crawl tour of Charleston, SC! On select nights, join us and discover the darker side of Charleston, while enjoying some liquid courage along the way. You'll visit some of the best local bars and pubs, and make stops at historical and haunted locations in between. From the origins of the Blind Tiger Pub's name, to the ghosts of St. Philip's Graveyard and experiences at the Angel Oak, we have you covered for a hauntingly good time!
4.7(51)
2 Hours
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$29
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Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston
On this twilight tour, discover where spirits are reported to linger in downtown Charleston. A licensed guide will regale you with spooky tales from Charleston's long history as you pass haunted alleys, graveyards, churches, hotels and even a dungeon!
4.7(3972)
40 Minutes
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$45
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Small-Group Tour: Charleston Old Walled City Historical Walking Tour
You have found the best tour in Charleston! Our Small Group Tour takes 15 people max, allowing for questions and photo opps. This leisurely stroll through the city's oldest neighborhoods is a 2-hour guided experience. Follow your licensed guide as they delve into the history, legends, and culture of Charleston, one of America's great cities. Explore the historic French Quarter and admire the stately mansions South of Broad Street, viewing virtually intact blocks of 200-year-old houses that stand among the best in North America. Your Charleston walking tour concludes at the "High Cotton" mansions along the High Battery and take in breathtaking views of e Charleston harbor and Fort Sumter, where the American Civil War began. Our guides have extensive knowledge of both Charleston and National history, and your input might inspire a changein direction! We hope that when we part ways, you will share our passion for Charleston, America’s Most Historic City!
4.7(289)
2 Hours
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$29
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Revolutionary Charleston Walks - Ghost Tour
Charleston may be one of the most beautiful cities in America, but there is a deeper darker side to her. Come hear their stories, chilling tales of death, of lost love, of vengeance. Come hear the stories of the Dead that still walk our city streets; the chilling tales of the Shades and Shadows that haunt these stones. Walk with us and you may find, we're not walking alone. We will share with you our in-depth knowledge of Charleston. There are so many fascinating and innovative people and events that have occurred on such a small little peninsula. Touring with Revolutionary Charleston you will see the City through the eyes of licensed tour guides that cherish Charleston for her beauty and her flaws.
4.7(16)
1h 30m
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$36
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Charleston Festival of Lights Holiday Tour
Immerse yourself in the enchanting sights of the Charleston Holiday Festival of Lights on this magical trolley tour. Starting from the Charleston Visitor Information Center, enjoy a scenic ride to James Island, where over 700 dazzling displays and 2 million twinkling lights await. After a 40-minute drive, you'll have 1.5 hours to roam the festival, savor delicious holiday treats, shop for unique souvenirs, and even meet Santa Claus. For added fun, hop on the Festival Express train or join a Reindeer Workshop to create your own furry friend. - Enjoy a 3.5-hour holiday experience with a festive surprise gift for each passenger. - Explore the festival at your own pace after the bus tour. - Ideal for families and holiday enthusiasts, with activities for all ages. - Daily departures at 5pm from the Charleston Visitor Information Center located at 375 Meeting Street.
4.7(25)
3h 30m
Charleston
- Free cancellation
- New
From
$35
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Magnolia Plantation Day Tour with Transportation
Explore the enchanting Magnolia Plantation, a gem in the heart of the Lowcountry. This tour takes you to the historic estate, where you’ll enjoy a guided tour of the Magnolia House, rich in Southern heritage. With options for a Nature Train Tour through beautiful gardens or a Wildlife Boat Tour on the Ashley River, there's something for everyone. Unwind on six miles of picturesque trails, wander through the Audubon Swamp Garden, and learn about the fascinating history of the plantation. A perfect day out for nature lovers and history buffs alike. - Round-trip transport from Charleston Visitor Center in luxury minibuses - Guided tour of the Magnolia Plantation House and exclusive Nature Train or Boat Tour - Discover six miles of scenic walking and biking trails and the Wildlife Center - Immerse yourself in the history of the plantation dating back to 1676
4.7(78)
5 Hours
Charleston
- Free cancellation
From
$75
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