Charleston History and Hops Tour: Bar and History Walk
Recommended by 99% of travelers
Charleston, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Explore the history of Charleston with this laid-back tour
- Learn about the Prohibition era in Charleston
- Guests must be at least 21 years old to participate
- Alcoholic beverages are not included in the tour price
What's Included
- SnacksOne small snack is provided at the first bar location.
- Alcoholic BeveragesDrinks are not included as part of the tour. Guest will have the ability to purchase at the 2 bar establishments.
- Guests must be 21+ to attend this experience
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Oyster House Seafood & O-Bar35 S Market St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
End point
- Blind Tiger Pub36-38 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
Operating hours.1:00 pm
Itinerary
Dock Street Theater (Pass By)
1
French Huguenot Church
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Philadelphia Alley
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon (Pass By)
3
Chalmers Street
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Old Slave Mart Museum
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Broad Street
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 329 reviews
Larry_S, Mar 2026
Captain Bryan was excellent. Very interactive an insightful tour, especially as first timers to Charleston
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Larry! Thanks so much for the review. It was a pleasure meeting y’all and I had an amazing time with y’all as well. We strive to bring new information about Charleston to the forefront of the conversation over a drink or two. Makes for a unique tour and I’m glad y’all found it that way. Safe travels and I hope to see y’all for that second visit to Charleston in the future !
Melissa_M, Mar 2026
This was a very fun tour and it was filled with lots of great information and tasty cocktails. Great memories
Response from Host, Mar 2026
That is our goal! To be memorable when it comes to your visit to Charleston. Melissa, thanks for the amazing review and please don’t hesitate to reach out on a future visit, safe travels my friends - Capt B
Peyton_W, Mar 2026
CPT Brian is amazing! He has a wealth of knowledge and grew up in Charleston. We had an amazing tour and would recommend to anyone!
William_B, Mar 2026
Capt B was a terrific tour guide with a wealth of information. He was humorous and respectful of all questions. Best of the 4 tours we took this week!
Karen_P, Mar 2026
Adam was the best guide ever! Super educated on the subjects and a great storyteller. Fun and friendly.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Adam is my best friend in the tour industry and one of the rare occasions where two separate companies teamed up to create this tour. He really does some amazing research and knows his stuff. I’m glad to call him my business partner and thank you for this amazing review. We hope to see y’all again in the future and safe travels ! -capt B
Lori_H, Mar 2026
Highly recommend!! Capt Bryan was awesome!! He was extremely knowledgeable in the true history of Charleston, telling us things most tourists wouldn’t have the privilege of knowing. He was also fun and personable, highly recommend this tour, you will not be disappointed!!! - Lori
Heather_V, Feb 2026
Captain Bryan is very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and engaging. He clearly loves history and his job!
MaryBeth_M, Jan 2026
Adam was very knowledgeable about the history of Charleston. It was only my husband and I that signed up so we had a private tour! It was very interesting and we greatly enjoyed hanging at the Blind Tiger at the end having a Tiger Punch!
Ashley_R, Dec 2025
Adam was a wonderful tour guide and very knowledgeable! My husband and I had a great time on this tour!
Lisa_G, Dec 2025
Captain Brian made history fun and interesting. He is a native of the area which provided a Birds Eye perspective about the area! His knowledge included fun facts that made this tour unique.
Kathryn_C, Nov 2025
Adam was a great guide, he made it informative and encouraged questions. His enthusiasm for the rich history was contagious.
Dara_S, Oct 2025
We had a great time with our tour guide Brian, he knows a lot of history and about Charleston. He showed us things to look for while we’re on our own walking the city , also met some great people in our group , glad we did it.
Kelly_H, Oct 2025
Such a great way to start our weekend in Charleston. We loved our history and hops tour - perfect amount of history and exploring downtown along with some amazing cocktails! Captain Brian was the highlight to the tour, he was so knowledgeable and friendly. We found ourselves sharing what we learned with the rest of our friends after the tour.. Loved that it was a small group (only 8 of us!) We highly recommend this tour w Captain Brian.
Ryan_C, Oct 2025
Bryan did a phenomenal job on the tour. One thing that we really liked is that he focused on the true history of Charlotte, rather than just legends or unverified statements.
I would definitely recommend to everyone who visits the Charlotte area. + I highly recommend the hard sweet tea at the first bar.
Anthony_Z, Sep 2025
We really enjoyed this tour with Captain Brian. There were five other people in our group, total seven with us. Captain Brian was very knowledgeable about the history of Charlestown and the he Prohibition Period. He took us to two really nice bars and the drinks were very good. The snack was so delicious. We had a very good time I highly recommend this tour.
Marie_G, Sep 2025
Great experience! Excellent discussion and drinks at a couple of wonderful bars along the historical journey. We had a lot of fun!
Tommy_C, Sep 2025
Captain Brian was great! He’s super knowledgeable and covers uncomfortable subject matter with respect and honesty. You’ll get a wide variety of historical stories – from grim to fascinating to fun – about a handful of places around downtown Charleston. It was a great way to spend an afternoon.
Jill_A, Aug 2025
This was such a fun experience. Brian was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Charleston. I highly recommend this tour.
Carolyn_A, Aug 2025
You are in for a fun and informative time on this tour as well as some delicious beer. Our tour guide Bryan was engaging and passionate about Charleston and its history. I definitely recommend this tour when visiting Charleston.
Anthony_M, Jul 2025
Have questions. Captain Brian was great and he has so much knowledge about Charleston he can answer any questions.
RuthAnne_M, Jul 2025
Adam was very knowledgeable. His interesting stories made the walk in the heat worth it. We were the only ones who signed up so we had a private tour. Be sure to try the rum punch along the way.
Cristina_J, Jul 2025
Captain Bryan was very entertaining welcoming and gave a lot of good information for someone who is not into history. My husband and I booked this for our anniversary and he also acknowledged that as well and kept it personal like you’ve known him forever!
Malone_T, Jul 2025
Bryan was an amazing and extremely knowledgeable historian and tour guide. The tour was not your average boring history tour. Bryan made it fun, lively, and incredibly interesting. I would highly recommend going on this tour or any of the other ones that he offers!
Dean_H, Jun 2025
We met at a bar, and Bryan brought us all together to start learning a history of Charleston from the perspective of the drinking that was going on at the time. Personally, I am not a drinker, but thoroughly enjoyed the history lessons and background that Bryan had in his memory! The walk led us through pieces of Charleston that had rich history and lots of laughs! The tour was great and the guide was even better.
Olivia_S, May 2025
Excellent! The tour was historical without a tourist spin. The guide was knowledgeable and open to questions. And we got to see some of the history of Charleston that you’d probably pass by otherwise. We had a great time.
Jillian_H, Apr 2025
Captain Brian was fantastic! He was very knowledgeable, fun, and approachable. The tour groups are small to allow for questions and individualized discussions regarding Charleston and its drinking history. Captain Brian is a wealth of knowledge and provides a fun atmosphere for a great afternoon of walking, drinking, and learning!
Kevin_B, Apr 2025
This was a great tour. Small and intimate and Bryan was really knoweable. We did the same tour 4 years ago and did it again!
Caroline_B, Apr 2025
Bryan gave us such a great tour. There were only the four of us that knew each other and got a “private tour”. It felt so comfortable walking around the city with him and it was great to know his history and how fully invested he was in the city and giving a quality tour without sugarcoating the real history. It was so nice as well to have designated bar stops to start and end the tour and were able to stroll around the city. Bryan was such a great guide where he was able to cater some of the stories and history to the interests of the group. I can’t wait to recommend this tour to any family and friends when they come to visit again.
Kaitlyn_N, Apr 2025
If you're looking for an unforgettable experience in Charleston, South Carolina, a personal group tour is an absolute must! From start to finish, this History & Hops tour is an immersive journey into the heart of one of America’s most charming and historically rich cities. The personalized nature of the tour means that every detail is crafted to your interests, whether you're captivated by the city’s architecture, its role in history, or its prohibition and spirits of the city.
The guide, Captain Bryan, is exceptional – not only was he incredibly knowledgeable, but also made you feel like you're being shown the city by a local friend. His passion for Charleston shines through in every story he shares, giving you a deep and authentic understanding of the city’s past and present. The group is kept small and intimate, ensuring that you can ask questions, interact, and truly connect with the city without feeling rushed.
Every stop on the tour offers something new and beautiful to discover. During the tour our group was given the opportunity to experience of local drinks and stop in a saloon at the end. This was a great opportunity for those who do enjoy a spirit to enjoy and still include those who prefer mock-tails.
In short, a personal group tour through Charleston is an exceptional way to explore this captivating city. It’s more than just a tour; it’s a memorable experience that leaves you with a profound appreciation for Charleston’s beauty, history, and culture. Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience Charleston in a unique, personal way!
Ryan_P, Apr 2025
Captain Bryan is unreal!!! What an awesome experience. Lots of great history about Charlestown and so much fun
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