Top Charleston Self-guided Tours

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.

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.

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.

Get all the thrills of a Charleston ghost tour without any walking on this haunted horse and carriage ride. A horse and carriage takes you down twisting side streets and cobbled alleyways with ease as your guide shares spooky stories from Charleston’s past. Make your way past the Mills House, the Circular Congregational Graveyard, and and Provost Dungeon in the heart of the Holy City.

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.

Step back in time to the 1718 pirate siege of Charleston Harbor on this self-guided scavenger hunt that turns Charleston's colonial past into an interactive route through the Historic District. Solve a set of clues at the Powder Magazine, St. Philip's Church, Philadelphia Alley, the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, and White Point Gardens, and learn more about the city as you play.

Travel back in time to the 1700's on this Self-Guided Patriot Escape Scavenger Hunt! Guests will start out with Free Access to the Fireproof Museum and receive instructions on how to "escape" the British occupation of Charleston. After receiving the instruction packet, guests will follow the footsteps of a Patriot Spy trying to escape the city and have to find a multitude of hidden gems including historic structures, secret alleyways, and artifacts. All these sites are directly related to the American Revolution as it would affect Charleston specifically and even find out how certain events would have repercussions for other colonies. This is the ONLY historically accurate scavenger hunt designed by three area historians related to the American Revolution. *As a moderately difficult escape, we recommended for adults only. We do have a child friendly Pirate Escape Scavenger hunt as well. Good luck Patriots as you embark on this historic one of a kind adventure in Charleston.

This murder mystery experience is a true whodunit with suspects, alibis and a twist ending. It involves open world gameplay, where you receive a set of leads (locations) that you have to visit and you decide the order. At each location, you will solve a puzzle by interacting with something real, a plaque, a statue, a facade in Charleston's French Quarter, and collect the evidence to piece together the case and find the culprit. We offer 24/7 customer support and built-in hints to guarantee that you never stay stuck. The app will also provide real historical facts and local legends about the landmarks you're visiting. You can play anytime, at any hour. It will take you ~90-120 minutes with optional cafe breaks and you can pause and resume whenever. Total walking distance is about 1.5 miles and the game ends in the same area where it started. It's perfect for date nights, solo adventurers, couples, friends, families with older kids, or team-building events.

Explore Charleston’s vibrant history with an interactive scavenger hunt walking tour that blends adventure and education. Navigate the picturesque streets filled with antebellum architecture and cobblestone paths while answering engaging questions that reveal the city's secrets. The tour leads you to notable sites like the Mira Winery's Education Center and the U.S. Custom House, all while you capture memorable moments through your lens. Perfect for families, friends, or couples, this activity redefines sightseeing by making it a fun, puzzle-filled experience.

This experience is unique for its unmatched flexibility and strong emphasis on group interaction. It’s not bound to a fixed schedule or route, allowing groups to start, strategize, and explore at their own pace. The core difference is the immersive, lighthearted zombie theme that dictates the tasks—you're scavenging for supplies and completing silly challenges to prove your survival mettle. It’s perfect for team-building or family fun because it's priced per team (up to 10 people), includes the guidance of a remote, chat-based host, and culminates in the unique bragging rights of checking your national rank on the app's leaderboard.

Make your way to the leaderboard as you score points along this Charleston Chucktown Crusade scavenger hunt. You make your way through the city at your own pace, without having to follow a guide or join a large tour group. If you need assistance, you can always ask your remote interactive live guide. Learn all about Charleston while having a blast at the same time.

Dive into adventure, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! Every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Make every day an adventure!

"Dive into adventure with Let’s Roam, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, our Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! With Let’s Roam, every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s roam and make every day an adventure!

This is our fastest rental option and is available in more sizes than any other bike we offer. Ideal for fitness-focused riders planning longer outings (20–30 miles), these bikes are perfect for rides to Sullivan’s Island or Isle of Palms.

3Quest Challenge of Charleston allows your team to discover the city in a fun and unique way! The game is played on an app and instructs you to find a variety of items (given in riddle form) that can be found in the downtown area of the city. For every item you find, you'll get points. You will also be participating in exciting challenges for points too! These items and challenges are separated into 3 quests and your goal is to complete all 3 quests in order! If you want the game to be even more challenging, set a time limit of 2 hours for yourself to see if you can do all 3 quests in the time allowed. You will also get a remote host who will follow along virtually and give you support via chat if you need it. Can you complete all 3 quests? Find out in Charleston today!

Electric bikes give you the best of both worlds—exercise with a little extra assistance when you need it. They’re a great option for crossing the Ravenel Bridge or heading to the beach with ease. With a range of up to 52 miles, our e-bikes are perfect for a full day of cruising and exploring Charleston.

Our most affordable rental, cruisers are perfect for relaxed riding around the downtown peninsula. These bikes are simple and easy to use, featuring a single gear and a pedal (coaster) brake. Cruisers are recommended for downtown riding only and are not ideal for crossing the Ravenel Bridge.

In this fun Charleston scavenger hunt, players will use an app to find objects in the city, in any order they want, to collect points! They'll also complete challenges for points. Players can see their score on the app's live rankings. All scavenger hunts have a remote host to help along the way. Come explore with us in Charleston.

Looking for a ride that blends style, comfort, and versatility? The 7-Speed Comfort Hybrid Bike with Hand Brakes is your ticket to effortless cruising and everyday adventure. With its upright riding position and ergonomic design, this bike feels like it was made just for you—whether you're gliding through city streets, coasting along beach paths, or tackling gentle hills. The 7-speed gear system offers smooth transitions so you can ride at your own pace, while the responsive hand brakes give you confident control with every stop. Its hybrid build combines the best of road and mountain bikes, making it perfect for both paved roads and light trails. Renting this bike means zero maintenance, maximum freedom, and a whole lot of fun.

Zombie Scavengers in North Charleston challenges your team to survive a zombie apocalypse! The game instructs you to find a variety of items to survive the apocalypse anywhere in the city you'd like via an app. Get points for finding survival items (in any order you want) and participating in exciting zombie themed tasks. Plan your survival adventure carefully in order to get the most points to survive! A remote host will be following along (virtually) and help if you need it via chat. Come survive with us in North Charleston today!

Get to known Charleston in a unique way with this fun and interactive scavenger hunt. Download the app and walk around the city with your team, looking for a list of objects and performing challenges to earn points. Compete against other teams across the country, with a live remote host to provide help or more challenges if needed.

Charleston may be a laid-back Southern city, but you’ll want to pick up the pace during this exciting city scavenger hunt. The Holy City is your game map and the secrets of this scavenger hunt are found throughout its streets. Follow the clues on your Crazy Dash smartphone app to find objects hidden downtown. Collect points for each clue you solve, plus earn bonus points for all of the challenges you complete.

Rent a cart today, and have it at your door tomorrow! Our entire fleet of vehicles consists of street legal luxury golf carts/lsvs! Each vehicle is Department of Transportation certified so you can drive them during the night time! We offer the highest quality vehicles on the islands, as well as the best prices! We provide seasonal pricing as low as $69/day! We are committed to making your rental as smooth as possible, if you have any questions just give us a call!