Top Charleston Trolley Tours

Gray Line Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(1,355)

from USD 29

Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

Learn all about more than 300 years of history on this guided carriage tour of Charleston. See the many mansions, churches, and gardens as your horse-drawn carriage tour covers more than 2.5 miles and 30 blocks of historic Charleston. Belgian and Percheron draft horses lead you through the streets while you learn about this “Holy City” and its role in the Civil War—leave your guidebook at home, these stories are better.

Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.8

(10,610)

from USD 45

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

See the highlights of Charleston in comfort on this guided tour on a climate-controlled minibus. Learn more from your guide’s narration as you ride past must-see Charleston sights such as the Battery, the Citadel, Old City Market, and Hampton Park. Also enjoy spectacular views of Fort Sumter, Castle Pinckney, and the Sullivan Island Lighthouse from a distance. The express tour provides an ideal overview for first-time visitors to Charleston.

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

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(1,057)

from USD 37

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

Embark on a horse-drawn carriage tour through the heart of historic Charleston, one of the most charming cities in the US. Ride along cobblestone streets and take in the antebellum architecture, historic landmarks, and lush gardens. Your knowledgeable guide shares fascinating stories about Charleston’s rich history and Southern culture. This is a charming introduction to this part of Charleston.

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.8

(3,695)

from USD 50

Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

40 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(3,969)

from USD 45

Trolley Tour in Wadmalaw Island of South Carolina

Discover a side of the Charleston region that few other visitors get to experience when you visit Wadmalaw Island's Charleston Tea Garden. Hop aboard a trolley bus and head into the fields where hundreds of tea plants grow. As you go, learn insider stories about how tea leaves are transformed into your favorite drink. Finally, enjoy a tea tasting and stop off at the gift shop before the tour's end.

Trolley Tour in Wadmalaw Island of South Carolina

45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(116)

from USD 20

Cruise through Lowcountry tidal creeks and marshes en route to the uninhabited Morris Island on this boat cruise from the Charleston area. A private boat company launches from Bowens Island for the scenic ride through an estuary rich in biodiversity before a soft landing on Morris Island. Spend free time to taking photos of the historic Morris Island Lighthouse, combing for seashells, and looking out for birds, sea turtles, and dolphins before your return.

Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse

Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(2,234)

from USD 56

Travel back in time to discover one of America’s most historic cities—Charleston, South Carolina—on this guided walking tour. Visit points of interest including Charleston City Hall; the Dock Street Theatre, America’s first theatre; the Old Exchange Building, South Carolina's most historic building; White Point Garden, in the heart of Charleston’s historic district with a spectacular view of Fort Sumter, and many more.

Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

(6,714)

from USD 30

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(881)

from USD 95

Without a guided walking tour, you might miss some of the eclectic history and hidden nooks and crannies around Charleston that make this city such a gem. This walking tour takes you through the French Quarter and South of Broad neighborhoods to top sights such as the Rainbow Row, the Old Slave Mart Museum, and the Old Exchange, all while your guide shares stories from Charleston history and lore.

An beautiful example of historic architecture on our route.

Highlights of Charleston Guided Walking Tour

Travel back in time to discover one of America’s most historic cities—Charleston, South Carolina—on this guided small-group walking tour. Explore some of the city’s most enchanting alleys and hidden passages. Visit the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, a colonial building with a 300-year history; Rainbow Row, the longest cluster of Georgian row houses in the United States; plus historic Philadelphia Alley, and many more.

(2,268)

from USD 30

Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour

Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour

Your guide brings history to life during this Charleston walking tour of the city's historical downtown. See notable buildings including the Nathaniel Russell House, the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, and the Old Slave Mart Museum. As you walk over the flat and easy terrain with your guide, discover the history that occurred right under your feet and around every corner from Rainbow Row to the Battery.

(2,550)

from USD 34

Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture

Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture

5.0

(477)

from USD 25

Book Charleston's Most Educational History Tour!

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Sip your way through historical Charleston on this walking tour and bar crawl. Start the tour at a pub where you will receive a snack and the opportunity to purchase beer and mixed drinks as you learn about the history of the city. Travel through the alleyways and along the cobblestone streets of Charleston in order to reach cultural sites including the Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon and the Dock Street Theater.

(145)

from USD 45

Our partner bars have 7-8 local beers and at least 1 local liquor option!

Charleston History and Hops Tour: Bar and History Walk

Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

5.0

(345)

from USD 35

Charleston History, Homes, and Architecture Guided Walking Tour

(432)

from USD 39

Experience the charm and beauty of Charleston on a morning or afternoon walking tour. With an entertaining guide, take a leisurely stroll through the city’s Historic District, passing antebellum mansions, hidden gardens, historic churches and graveyards, as well as famous sites like Fort Sumter, Rainbow Row, and the Waterfront Battery. Along the way, learn about Charleston’s rich history and contemporary culture.

(283)

from USD 28

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

Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour

(709)

from USD 41

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What are people saying about Charleston

Randy_B, May 2026

Hidden Alleyways of Charleston Walking Tour

A stroll around old time Charleston with a local guide who knows the history of his city and everyone who lives there. At one point we passed by an historic home when the owner came out. He happened to be a good friend of our guide, Bruce. When Bruce greeted him, the gentleman invited us into his home. What an experience! Bring your walking shoes.

Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse

Aaron_F, May 2026

Amazing time thanks to Captain Chris!

Our family had a wonderful time out on the water with Captain Chris!! He was very knowledgeable about the history, sealife, and ecosystem of the area while also providing a really smooth ride out to Morris Island lighthouse. It makes such a difference to have a tour guide who is actually a native of the area. We had plenty of time to walk the beach on the island and take pictures near the lighthouse. We saw lots of dolphins throughout the trip!!

Highlights of Charleston Guided Walking Tour

Mike_N, May 2026

May afternoon groundbreaking information.

Ok. brass tax. Bill is well educated on the history of this city and gave us an amazingly well lectured tour and dispelled some myths. It left me thinking about history. He answered all questions and as we moved around was thoughtful of not impeding other walkers. Highly recommended. Kudos!!

Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture

Louis_T, May 2026

Knowledgeable tour guide.

It's a little bit of walking, so wear comfortable shoes. The ground or walking surface may be uneven, cobblestone/riverstone paved streets for example. Fin (the tour guide) was not only knowledgeable and personable, but was genuinely interested in the subject. He did a great job explaining things and welcomed questions. It was a great experience.

Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

Ted_d, Apr 2026

History lesson of Charleston and the contribution of African Americans

Wear comfortable shoes. Damon Fordham was our tour guide and he is a wealth of knowledge. He provides an accurate depiction of the history that African Americans played in Charleston and how some of that influence actions nationwide. Charleston played a huge role in American history from the revolution to the civil rights activity. Mr. Fordham articulate that splendidly.

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

Kelly_B, Apr 2026

This was a fantastic way...

This was a fantastic way to get your bearings in Charleston. As a local Charlestonian, our tour guide Keith was amazing at providing insight into both city history and modern culture. I appreciated that this tour didn't have one single focus; Rather, we discussed architecture and real estate, religious history, naval influence, cuisine and cocktails, Southern Charm, and of course sights to know. Taking the tour with Keith made me feel a part of the city rather than just a passerby. I will absolutely be booking with them again in the future. Thank you again "Uncle Keith"!

Charleston History, Homes, and Architecture Guided Walking Tour

Dean_H, Jan 2026

Beautiful city, super guide

Dennis was fantastic - very knowledgeable, quite considerate in his layout of the walking and the planned stops for bathroom and resting, and threw in just enough humor combined with some serious topics that I found him to be magnificent as a guide and respectful when needed. Really wonderful guide!

Gray Line Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

Noelle_U, Nov 2025

Great way to start your stay in Charleston!

Traveling on a girls trip with a friend from New York and this was a wonderful trip to start our long weekend off. Our driver was very knowledgeable, we learned so much about the city, got a great overview of the different neighborhoods and locations. This was a great start to our stay in Charlestown.