All Charleston Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Charleston Unchained Pirates and Patriots By Junket

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.

Revolutionary Charleston Walks - History Walking Tour

Witness history on our daily walks. This breathtaking tour is filled with legends and heritage to proclaim Charleston's vibrant past and opulent history. Discover our quaint alleys, antebellum mansions, private gardens and cobblestone streets. From 1670 through the Civil War to the present day, I invite you to relish this venture into yesteryear. - Rainbow Row - French Quarter - Four Corners of Law - High Battery (visual tour of Forts Sutter & Moultrie) - Old Exchange Building - Dock Street Theatre - South of Broad - English Churches Why Travelers Choose This Tour This is a walking tour with a difference, aimed to make you feel like a local and introduce you to Charleston's hidden gems. Learn about pirates, food and architecture while discovering the city's secret sites. A small-group format ensures a personalized experience.

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Looking for a night out that’s equal parts thrills and chills? Grab your crew and join us for "Till Death Do Us Part," the haunted pub crawl that dives into the darker side of love, betrayal, and revenge. With a heartbreaking route along Market Street, The Four Corners of Law, and Washington Square, you'll be reconsidering your own path to love. These aren’t your average love stories - think affairs, tragic endings, and revenge so sweet it could raise the dead. Get ready to hear tales of restless spirits who refuse to move on from their bitter love affairs, long after the final toast was made. You’ll discover that love may just be the deadliest - and most entertaining thing of all. So, come for the ghosts, stay for the good times, and see why sometimes, till death isn't just a vow- it’s a thrilling adventure. Cheers to betrayal, booze, and one unforgettable night! Drinks not included.

Haunted Pub Crawl for the Broken-Hearted

Charleston’s Strong Women of the South History Tour

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Castles, Cannons & Colleges

Book your Private Arrival Transfer from Charleston Airport (CHS) to Isle of Palms/Sullivans Island. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Charleston AirportCHS to Isle of Palms/Sullivans Private Transfer

35 minutesFree Cancellation

5% savings

$140$133

Private customized walking tour of Charleston

Private Chauffeur & Admission to Middleton & Magnolia Plantation + Box Lunch

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Private DivaDance Party Packages in Charleston

Tour and Tasting at Striped Pig Distillery

45 minutesFree Cancellation

Meet the Lid Lady (and our team of certified guides) at the Hat Man for a storytelling walking tour of Charleston exploring the French Quarter and South of Broad neighborhoods. We'll discuss the rich architectural history of the city and guests will gain a greater understanding of the vital roles Charleston has played throughout our nation's history. Stroll through picturesque neighborhoods and admire architectural gems as we dive into stories of the colorful characters who have shaped the city's history.

Charleston History and Historic Gossip Tour

History comes alive on this combo tour. The tapestry of the city history is presented in a passionate, well rounded way. We believe history is history, the good, the bad and the ugly of it. After this tour, you will never think of Charleston the same way again. When you are done touring the house, you will stroll, at your leisure, through the oak canopied Wragg Mall on your short walk back to the Charleston Visitors Center. The tour is expected to last approximately 3 hours in total.

3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Charleston Hidden Alleys and Pathways Walking Tour

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Skip the scripted ghost tours and follow the evidence instead. Through Ghost Forensics, your guide blends primary-source historical research, forgotten histories, architecture, historic preservation, documented folklore, and reported paranormal experiences to explore Charleston's haunted reputation from multiple perspectives. Every stop asks not only what is said to haunt a location, but who the people were, why the stories began, and what evidence remains today. Hear personal paranormal experiences alongside employee testimonies, local legends, and documented history while clearly distinguishing fact from folklore. Enjoy a unique Haunted Bar Intermission where the storytelling continues inside another historic location. Leave with more than ghost stories—leave with a deeper understanding of the people, places, and mysteries that continue to shape Charleston today.

Tipsy Tombstone Tour Haunted History Walk with Bar Intermission

Tipsy Tombstone Tour Haunted History Walk with Bar Intermission

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5% savings

$25$24

Charleston Airport Private Hotel Transfer up to 5 passengers

1 hourFree Cancellation

The Chucktown Crusade Scavenger Hunt

Get 3 tours in Charleston and explore the city, at your own pace. All highly rated and popular. You'll get the Ghosts of Charleston, Charleston's French Quarter and the Charleston Downtown, Rainbow Row and Battery tour. Step into the story of Charleston like never before with this all-in-one bundle of three immersive, highly rated (with 100's of reviews) self-guided audio tours. Whether you’re wandering the charming streets of the French Quarter, strolling past the iconic mansions along the Battery and Rainbow Row, or exploring the city’s darker, haunted past, this collection lets you experience Charleston at your own pace—on your schedule. Each tour is GPS-guided and professionally narrated, giving you the freedom to start anywhere, pause anytime, and explore at your own pace while still enjoying rich storytelling and local insight. If you want to truly understand Charleston—not just see it—this bundle is the perfect way to explore the Holy City from every angle.

Charleston's Ultimate 3 Self Guided Walking Tours Bundle

2 daysFree Cancellation

Myths & Monsters: The Forgotten Folklore of Charleston

1 hourFree Cancellation

Introducing the Ghost Hunter Experience – Charleston’s Most Haunted Adventure! Get ready to cross the veil between history and the supernatural! The Ghost Hunter Experience is not your average ghost tour, it's a real paranormal investigation through Charleston’s most active and eerie locations. Armed with actual ghost-hunting equipment, you'll join a team of seekers as you walk the shadowy streets and historic sites of this centuries-old city, known as one of the most haunted in America. You won’t just hear ghost stories. You’ll go looking for the spirits themselves using your own Ghost Hunter Kit, in the most haunted parts of Charleston! Yours to keep. Your Ghost Hunter Kit includes the equipment necessary to detect the afterlife. We know this place is haunted, participants catch ghosts in photographs on this experience all the time!

Ghost Hunter Experience

5% savings

$80$76

Embark on Secret Strolls, a unique walking tour that unveils Charleston's most hidden charms. Your expertly guided journey takes you through exclusive alleyways (some)only accessible on foot, presenting a side of the Holy City rarely seen by the casual visitor. You'll wander past picturesque, cobblestone streets, discover breathtaking architecture, and find serenity among historic churches. The tour showcases quintessential Southern beauty, from majestic Spanish moss-draped live oaks to vibrant crepe myrtles. As you stroll through these tucked-away paths, you'll be immersed in captivating stories steeped in low country tradition, learning the intriguing origins of the alleys and intimate details about Charlestonian life. This experience offers unparalleled photography opportunities and promises a fresh, magnificent perspective on your treasured city.

Secret Strolls

True Crime Walking Tour in Charleston (Self-Guided Audio Tour)

Charleston’s a city with centuries of history, but you won’t feel like you’ve got too little time to explore it thanks to this self-guided audio tour. Skip the crowded, speedy group tours and opt to see Charleston on your schedule with unlimited use of this tour which you can even use at home. On your stroll, you’ll pass by sites like the High Cottage Charleston Restaurant, Rainbow Row, Dock Street Theatre, and the Battery - all of which you can visit.

300 Years of War and Peacetime in Charleston: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Special Offer

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.

Charleston Murder Mystery Self Guided City Detective Game

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

$11

Old Town Trolley Charleston Sightseeing Tour

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Must-Dos in Charleston

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What are people saying about Charleston

Philip_I, Oct 2026

Mike did a wonderful tour...

Mike did a wonderful tour of Old Town Charleston, including talks on some of the older buildings and their owners, important parts of Charleston history, and other interesting items. It was quite amazing, very knowledgeable, all from memory, answering our questions, and so on. Thanks!

Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

Philip_I, Oct 2026

This was a very nice...

This was a very nice tour, and well organized with notes on where to meet. Our guide Perry, took us around to five stops for seven tastings, which were all great, loved the tacos! He was easy to talk to, knowledgeable, and he discussed the history of the area with lots of stories. After the tour we all got texted a list of the locations and tastings. We both felt very lucky with this choice, loved it!

Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour

Katherine_M, Oct 2026

Fantastic experience!

This tour was so informative and interesting! We loved learning about the history of the places we walked through, and our guide had an incredible wealth of knowledge and anecdotes to share. Highly recommend taking this tour early in your visit to Charleston so you can better appreciate all the city has to offer!

Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

Mellisa_W, Oct 2026

Great tour!

Ro was great! She was very informative and interactive with the guests. We had fun with her. Moose was our horse, he was obedient. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour. This was actually our second time using Old South Carriage Co. We highly recommend them.

Fort Sumter Access and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Nancy_L, Oct 2026

Good experience

The ferry ride is about 30 minutes each way. About an hour on the island. Rangers are awesome, they give a lot of information. We went on the first morning tour so got to see the flag lifted for the day. Seeing the fort was a good experience though there’s a lot of sadness associated with the war. The canons are amazing.

Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

Patti_T, Oct 2026

Excellent walking tour

This tour had just the right amount of walking distance and talking by tour guide Mark. Lots of historical info without getting boring. Super interesting how Charleston was founded, and different stages of its development. Pointed to other museums and sites that would be good for follow up. Our group really enjoyed it!!

Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket

Karen_P, Oct 2026

Boone Hall Historic Visit

A must see during your travels. I am planning another trip so that I can bring my daughter. If you enjoy guided tours or just touring spaces on your own, this is the place for you. I would recommend this historic site to all history buffs. I enjoyed this experience and look forward to returning. It was very enjoyable and enlightening.

Charleston Harbor Live Narrated History Day or Sunset Boat Cruise

Jay_E, Oct 2026

John,LaTanya& Tarhonda 1st boat ride together

The guy who was taken our picture once he was done he came around to me First I said ok before I can say I would like to pay for them he done snatch the picture of my hand. He’s real rude he come off as a racist. Real short and nasty for no reason. And when I confronted him, that’s when he tried to apologize. But other than that experience, I had was really great.

Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor

Kristen_S, Oct 2026

Fun and informative trip

This was a great excursion. While the trip is not a narrated trip, the captain and crew were available to explain what they were doing and any other questions you might have. We sailed for about 90 minutes, saw dolphins and enjoyed an afternoon sailing. It's well worth the cost of the trip!

Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

Dana_R, Sep 2026

Spooky way to see Chucktown

Carriage rides are always fun and when you combine the spooky history of Charleston with perfect weather the Ghost Tour delivers an amazing combination! Old South Carriage Company Ghost Tour is a fantastic experience full of fun facts and folklore, albeit a little less paranormal than you might expect. If you’re looking for a fun way to see the city from a lovely carriage, coupled with little known historical tidbits, don’t miss the Ghost Tour.

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

Macario_Z, Aug 2026

My wife and I stumbled...

My wife and I stumbled upon this tour in Charleston while checking online for something to do there on the way to Virginia. We were so glad we did. Kevin, our Guide, was great! He was very knowledgeable of the history of Charleston and has the patience and understanding for tourists. Now we know where to go to have the best jambalaya in Charleston, SC.