Charleston City Market Tours and Tickets

Experience the best of Charleston with this popular History and Architecture Tour of Charleston’s Historic Downtown. Take an immersive journey through secret alleys and colorful corridors, uncovering the city’s rich history and colorful architecture. Expert guides will provide fascinating insights into Charleston’s past and present, making this tour an unforgettable experience. The tour starts in the Historic Downtown. From there your guide will lead you through the South of Broad the French Quarter Districts with their charming architecture, cobblestone streets and historic homes, and finishes at the famous Pineapple Fountain. Highlights include visits to three hidden alleys, the beautiful wrought iron work on centuries old gates, famous Rainbow Row, bustling City Market and the Pineapple fountain

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Charleston History and Architecture Tour

Charleston History and Architecture Tour

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.

from $29

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

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

Enjoy a time-saving way to explore one of the country’s most historic cities on this sightseeing bus tour of Charleston, South Carolina. Visit Rainbow Row, the longest stretch of Georgian row houses in the United States; the Old Exchange Building; White Point Garden, in the heart of the city's historic district; and more. You can also upgrade to include admission to the Joseph Manigault House or the Charleston Museum.

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Gray Line Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

Charleston is a wonderful city to walk around, though there’s no beating the Southern heat quite like a relaxed, air-conditioned ride. Join this bus tour for a comfortable cruise around Charleston’s best attractions. Pass by the Fort Sumter National Museum and Charleston City Market. Stop at the Battery & White Point Gardens for a photo op. See the Charleston Harbor where your guide’s family sailed into in 1740.

4.5

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Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing

Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing

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.

4.3

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from $43

Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.8

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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

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from $50

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Delicios Food, In-depth History, Charleston's Cultural Experience

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Savor the Flavors of Charleston Walking Food Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(895)

from $111

Charleston in Comfort: A Small Group City Tour

What sets your tour apart isn’t just where we go—it’s who leads the way. We are proud to be the only tour in Charleston led by a full-blooded Gullah Geechee Indian, Chief Godfrey Gullah Jack. This isn’t a scripted performance; it’s a "Truth Offensive." While other tours might offer a polished version of the past, we provide the raw, unfiltered, and deeply accurate history of the Gullah Geechee people and Charleston’s slave trade. We dive into the untold stories of African American slaves, master craftsmen, and influential landowners, bringing to light the legacy that built this city. You’ll hear the Gullah language spoken by a native voice and experience the vibrant culture that has survived for centuries. We don’t just show you landmarks; we offer a profound connection to the spirit of resilience and redemption. If you want a genuine, educational, and transformative look at the real Charleston, this is the only tour that delivers it. Don’t settle for the surface.

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Charleston Black History Slave Trade Auction History UNFILTERED

Charleston Black History Slave Trade Auction History UNFILTERED

1 hourFree Cancellation

Take a walk through time, exploring eclectic architecture and intriguing history. Lose yourself in the serene beauty of Charleston’s rich heritage and grand architecture on this journey through the famous Historic District and French Quarter. As you stroll along the City Market, hidden alleyways, majestic churches, cobblestone streets, Waterfront Park‘s Pineapple Fountain, and Rainbow Row, your certified guide, a Charleston native, will unravel the mysteries of the Lowcountry’s intricate history and culture. Find out why Charleston was once a walled city, why it is called the “Holy City,” and many other fascinating details about the port that was once known as the Jewel of the Crown. *A minimum of four guests are required for this tour to operate.*

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Charm of Charleston - Walk Through Time with a Charleston Native

Charm of Charleston - Walk Through Time with a Charleston Native

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover one of America’s most haunted cities and prepare for a scare as you trundle through historic neighborhoods and past Charleston’s most famous supernatural hotspots by horse-drawn carriage. Hear chilling tales about the city’s past inhabitants, some of which still frequent their homes and graves, and pass eerie graveyards, churches and warehouses said to have paranormal activity. Whether or not you believe in ghosts, this activity is a fascinating insight into Charleston’s history.

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Charleston Haunted Horse and Carriage Evening Tour

Charleston Haunted Horse and Carriage Evening Tour

45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

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Discover Charleston: Historic District, Plantations & Beaches

Step into the storied streets of Charleston where centuries of American history unfold behind wrought-iron gates and beneath canopies of live oaks draped in Spanish moss. This self-guided walking tour leads you through the City's most captivating landmarks, from the pastel Georgian townhouses of Rainbow Row to the grounds where the Civil War began. Wander through the nation's oldest public market, pause in elegant gardens, and stand on the seawall at The Battery as the Ashley and Cooper Rivers converge. Along the way, hear stories of revolution and resilience, of enslaved Africans who shaped the city's culture, and of the devastating 1886 earthquake that nearly leveled everything. Charleston's charm lies in its contradictions — a city that celebrates beauty while confronting a complicated past. From the towering spire of St. Michael's Church to the limbs of the Angel Oak Tree, every stop reveals another layer of this remarkable Southern city.

Discover Charleston: Historic District, Plantations & Beaches

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Private Charleston Walking Food Tour in the French Quarter

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Self-Guided "The French Quarter Charleston" Solo Walking Tour

If you’re someone who likes to discover a new city but aren’t interested in the crowds or the pace of a standard tour, then this self-guided audio tour of Charleston is an excellent choice for you. You’ll explore the city’s historical French Quarter on foot at your own pace and on your own schedule. Using your phone, you’ll be guided through the city streets, hearing stories from pre-Civil War times up to the present.

Self-Guided "The French Quarter Charleston" Solo Walking Tour

50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

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Discover the spooky side of Charleston with a guided ghost tour. Set out on foot to explore a different side of Charleston and see city landmarks including Philadelphia Alley, St. Philip’s Church, and Charleston City Market. Hear stories about graverobbers and ghosts during this family-friendly, supernatural-focused walking tour. Get extra value with admission to the Halsey Gallery of Contemporary Art and Philip Simmons House included.

Guided Walking Ghost Tour in Charleston

Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

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2 hoursFree Cancellation

Charleston Haunted Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

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2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

We are the only experience in Charleston led by a full-blooded Gullah Geechee Indian historian, Chief Godfrey Gullah JacK BlacK. While others stick to a sanitized script, we provide the raw, unfiltered, unscripted truth of America’s #1 slave-trading concentration camp. We reveal the ancient secrets of the people who built the Holy City’s economy. Your journey dives deep into the lives of enslaved builders, wealthy Black landowners, and resilient people. You will hear the Gullah Hebrew language and stand on the very ground where history was made. This is more than a tour—it's an eye-opening confrontation with the past. We offer a nuanced, deeply personal perspective you won't find anywhere else. From Indians to Negroes to Black, we trace the bloodline and the survival of a culture that still breathes today. Once you see the real Charleston through your eyes, you can never unsee it.

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Indians Negroes Gullah Black History Hebrew Slave Trade Tour

Indians Negroes Gullah Black History Hebrew Slave Trade Tour

Come explore the rich, extensive history of the Holy City! Charleston's streets run deep with stories of glory and pain, of splendor and darkness. In this 120 minute tour you'll see some of Charleston's most storied sights and learn the history that makes our Kingdom by the Sea one of the most beautiful, remarkable, and memorable cities in America! 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.

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Revolutionary Charleston Walks - History Walking Tour

Revolutionary Charleston Walks - History Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Your pirate guide will lead the group on a 1.5-hour walking tour through historic downtown Charleston. You will begin at a bar housed in a historic building where guests will have time to purchase and enjoy a delicious libation as the guide tells them about Charleston's fascinating haunted history. Then you will depart for a walking journey of the rest of Charleston's spooky French Quarter. Please keep in mind that this is a walking tour! Per city law, Alcohol must NEVER be taken out of the bar. Tour route and drink stops are subject to availability. All guests must be 18+ with Valid ID, and 21+ with valid ID to consume alcohol. Alcohol is NOT included.

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Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour

Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour

Charleston's oldest buildings and landmarks are spread across the downtown peninsula and seeing them on foot can eat up much of your day. This private horse-drawn carriage covers more ground at an easy pace, with your driver-guide narrating the journey as you ride. See the Powder Magazine, the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, and the graveyard at the Circular Congregational Church, plus surviving stretches of the old walled city.

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from $37

Private Evening Carriage Tour Charleston - Palmetto Carriage

Private Evening Carriage Tour Charleston - Palmetto Carriage

30 minutesFree Cancellation

Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

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from $275

Per group

40 minutesFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about Charleston City Market

John_O, Apr 2026

Comfortable and Informative

Driver / Tour Guide was knowledgeable and gave a great history of Downtown Charleston. Tour Bus was clean and comfortable.

Angela_L, Aug 2026

A Charleston Gem-Don't miss It

Very informative and enjoyable tour of Charleston along with interesting historic info about the houses and founders of Charleston. The driver was funny and engaging.

nnuuggee, Aug 2026

Do this !!!

Outstanding tour,very interesting , informative in a very entertaining way Laughed and learned the whole time

Alan_T, Aug 2026

I highly recommend Viator

John was an excellent tour guide an knowledgeable. He made the tour fun. For a good experience, Viator