Charleston: Historical Walking Tour with Storytelling
ID: GYG392985-713039
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Take a guided walking tour to explore Charleston, and discover the history of pirates and patriots who helped found this city.
Stroll through Charleston’s oldest neighborhood on a guided walking tour, led by an expert guide. Learn about the women and men – both pirates and patriots – who first founded the city, as you discover its highlights.
The tour begins in front of the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, one of Charleston’s oldest and most historical buildings. Continue down East Bay Street, passing Rainbow Row. See period mansions, and admire the views of Charleston Harbor and White Point Garden.
Walk in the footsteps of pirates and their captors, as your guide tells you stories of looting and plundering. Wander the streets and alleys of Charleston’s South of Broad neighborhood. Learn about George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and the founding of America.
Head back to the starting point, passing the Four Corners of the Law and the shops and residences on Broad Street. Your experience includes entrance to both the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art and Philip Simmons House.
Highlights
- Enjoy a historical walking tour with an expert guide
- Admire beautiful mansions and breathtaking views of the Charleston Harbor
- Stand on the same ground where pirates and robber barons met their fate
- Learn about the prisoners who were held in the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon
- Hear tales of George Washington’s visit to Charleston in 1791
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Tours take place rain or shine.
• $1 from each tour ticket will be donated to both the Philip Simmons Foundation and the Halsey Gallery
• Entrance to Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art is included in the ticket price
• Entrance to Philip Simmons House is included in the ticket price
• Tips are not included in the ticket price
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meet by the benches next to the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
