Rainbow Row Tours and Tickets

Q: Where is Rainbow Row located within Charleston?

Rainbow Row is located on East Bay Street in Charleston, between the cross streets of Elliott Street and Tradd Street, one block west of the Public Pier in the Joe Riley Waterfront Park. House numbers 83 through 107 are the official Rainbow Row homes.

Q: Can visitors enter the homes on Rainbow Row, or are they private residences?

Despite being designated historic landmarks by the National Park Service, the houses on Rainbow Row are privately owned and are not open to the public. It’s common for tourists to take photographs of the homes, but please be sensitive and don’t disturb those who live there.

Q: Are there guided tours available for Rainbow Row?

Yes, Rainbow Row guided tours are available. Look for guided walking tours of historic Charleston, including architecture tours. There are also bus tours that pass by the colorful houses, but there are no hop-on hop-off bus services in the city.

Q: Is Rainbow Row accessible for visitors with disabilities?

Yes, Rainbow Row is part of East Bay Street, which has a wide sidewalk that wheelchair users can safely access and navigate. There are dedicated pedestrian crosswalks at the corner of East Bay Street and Tradd Street, located just south of the houses.

Q: What is the history behind Rainbow Row?

Rainbow Row is a row of 13 Georgian townhouses that were built in the 1700s,but fell into dilapidated disrepair by the 1900s. In 1931, these colorful houses became national historic landmarks after a local preservationist purchased and restored some of them. Today, Rainbow Row is considered a keystone in Charleston culture and history.

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

demont414, May 2026

Beautiful Tour

Susan was great and very knowledgeable about city history We saw some beautiful homes and gardens I recommend this tour!!

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Sandy_S, May 2026

Excellent tour. Guide...

Excellent tour. Guide very knowledgeable and helpful. Great way to get oriented to sights and history.

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

James_R, Apr 2026

Great historical...

Great historical perspective on a beautiful City. The guide, James, was very knowledgeable and clearly enthusiastic about his home.

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Amy_L, Apr 2026

Walking tour

Very informative. Love to hear the stories of the town that would would not otherwise know. Clara was a great guide.

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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"!

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Shannon_M, Sept 2025

Great Walking Tour for History and Culture!

Excellent walking tour [be sure to wear comfortable shoes]! Our guide was very informative and we covered a nice size area. Guide paused in areas of shade and had a spot or two to rest your feet/back, lol! If you are looking to take in some history and culture, this is a great tour!

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Know before you go

Rainbow Row is a must-see for architecture lovers and first-time visitors.
Don’t forget your camera; Rainbow Row make for one of Charleston’s best photo ops.
Wear comfortable walking shoes, especially if you’re visiting as part of a walking tour.
Guided tours that stop at Rainbow Row last anywhere from 80 minutes to three hours, depending which you’ve chosen.

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