Charleston History Tour: Explore 100+ Landmarks

Step back in time and explore the rich history of Charleston on this engaging bus tour. Visit iconic landmarks, learn about the city’s role in American history, and upgrade to include a visit to a historic plantation home or the Charleston Museum.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gray Line of Charleston - Enjoy a guided tour of Charleston by mini-coach and learn about the city’s significant history. With your professional guide, explore the former city walls; visit the famous Battery Waterfront district; and stop at Charleston’s picturesque Battery Sea Wall for closer views of Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter and…
What's Included
  • 90-minute narrated historic mini-coach tour
  • Professional driver/guide
  • View over 100 points of interest
  • See Rainbow Row, Old Exchange Building, and Whitepoint Gardens
  • Optional museum upgrades available
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on this informative tour of Charleston’s history, where your guide will bring to life the enchanting allure of one of the nation’s oldest cities. Discover Charleston’s essential part in the narrative of the U.S., visiting over 100 landmarks including Rainbow Row, Colonial Lake, the Old Exchange Building, and Whitepoint Gardens. You also have the…

Location
375 Meeting St
Meeting Street
Tour departs from Charleston Visitor's Center
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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U6856ifjudithh
Apr 27, 2026
Very informative - Great tour and tour guide - John C
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Joyce_r
Apr 25, 2026
Day 1 of our trip - Our driver, John was very informative and professional. Also, he was very helpful when our 10:00 tour was cancelled without our knowledge- he rescheduled us onto his 10:30 tour which we enjoyed. He was an excellent driver!
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Lynne_s
Apr 22, 2026
Charleston’s tourist industry is a highlight of the city and for good reason! - Guide was superb, coach was adequate, information was at the appropriate level and very amusing. The visitor center is amazing! Knowledgeable people, great ambience, wonderful shop.
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618gerryj
Apr 22, 2026
Great trip - The driver was super friendly and extremely knowledgeable.
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Nicole_c
Apr 18, 2026
Highly recommend this vendor and tour? - Great experience and overview of Charleston! Would recommend! Tour guide was great! Ride was comfortable!
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Anne_h
Apr 17, 2026
Great introduction to Charleston - We were able to get a good overview of the city in just one tour. The driver was knowledgeable and friendly.
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Jeanne_j
Apr 16, 2026
Do this! - Great great guide. He was energetic, knowledgeable and fun. So - one piece of advice. Know your audience - any one over 50 does not appreciate swearing! It so takes away from a perfect rating!! Please lose it!
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Michael_b
Apr 15, 2026
Informational tour - Great tour of Charleston, our driver Bennie is a local and shared a lot of area history with us. I would take the tour again!!!
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Jeffrey_g
Apr 26, 2026
A beautiful Sunday afternoon! - The tour guide was fantastic and he was quite hilarious. But he shared so much knowledge of the city. It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon.
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Cynthia_k
Apr 16, 2026
A great way to see... - A great way to see downtown Charleston. The driver was very informative and funny. Got to see interesting sites you wouldn’t see on your own.
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From $29
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).