Private Charleston Walking Food Tour in the French Quarter

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Charleston, USA

3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover local food and learn about the city and its history from a local Charlestonian on this private guided tour. Learn about Southern foods such as grits, fried oysters, and fried green tomatoes and the culture behind them, including how the African slave trade introduced ingredients to the local diet. This private tour provides a more intimate, personalized experience.

Learn about Charleston and its history on this food tour
Sample foods around the historic district of Charleston
Depart from a convenient spot—the United States Custom House
Tours may not be able to accommodate certain dietary restrictions

What's Included

Savory pulled pork taco
Fluffy cheese & chive biscuit
Creamy she-crab soup
Handmade pecan cluster
Crisp benne wafers
Southern shrimp & grits
Our Delicious Secret Dish!

Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
Gratuity

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

United States Custom House
200 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
The meeting spot is: United States Custom House, 200 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401, we'll be waiting with an orange umbrella and a big smile!

End point

River Street Sweets
100 N Market St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Charleston tour will end on River Street Sweets, 100 N Market St, Charleston, SC 29401

Itinerary

U.S. Custom House (Pass By)

Charleston City Market (Pass By)

Dock Street Theater (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate

We strongly advise wearing comfortable walking shoes to all of our guests. Our tour runs a little over 3 hours.
Please note: The itinerary and menu are subject to changes, based on the location's availability, weather and other circumstances.
Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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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 244 reviews

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Great food and tour

Donna_C, Apr 2026

Perry was an outstanding tour guide! Extremely knowledgeable and friendly! Would highly recommend. Food was really good too!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

This kind of feedback means a great deal to us. It is wonderful to know the experience gave you something memorable to take with you long after the tour ended. We would be happy to host you again with Secret Food Tours!

Kelli comes through

Michael_K, Oct 2023

Kelli the tour guide went above and beyond. She came when our guide didn’t arrive and did an outstanding job

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Michael! It's our commitment to provide excellent service, and Kelli's actions reflect our dedication to our guests' satisfaction. We'd be thrilled to welcome you on another Secret Food Tour!

Good for exploring Charleston, food overall is ok.

MARCS_S, Jul 2023

Hannah, the guide was a pleasure and the information on Charleston that she provided was the highlight. The food was ok to good, not great. One dish was a standout. Much better exceptional food options in the city.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're pleased to hear that Hannah left a positive impression on you during your Charleston food tour. It's wonderful to know that her insights about the city added to your tour's highlights. We're sorry to hear that the culinary offerings didn't entirely meet your expectations. While we strive to offer a diverse range of dishes, we understand that tastes can vary. It's encouraging to note that one dish stood out for you and left a memorable impression. Charleston indeed boasts an array of exceptional food options, and we hope that despite this, you were still able to savor some unique and delightful flavors during the tour. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We're dedicated to continually improving and ensuring each guest enjoys a remarkable and informative journey through the world of local cuisine. We hope to welcome you back on another culinary adventure in the future - now in more than 60 cities worldwide.

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