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City Bus Tour with Charleston Museum Admission

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Charleston, USA

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Overview

On this historical Charleston tour, journey back in time as your guide reveals the beauty and charm of one of America's most historic cities. Learn about the history of Charleston and discover its pivotal role in American history with visits to more than 100 points of interest including Rainbow Row, Colonial Lake, the Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens. 

Bonus: Included with your City Tour is admission to America's first museum, The Charleston Museum located in downtown Charleston. Make your way there for a self-guided tour of this popular attraction.

What's Included

  • Narrated 90 minuted Charleston Historical City Tour
  • See over 100 Points of Interest
  • Professional Driver/Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

375 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA

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Departure Point: Charleston Visitors Center 375 Meeting Street Charleston, SC 29403

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What To Expect

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 Patriots Point.This tour will entertain you with more than 300 years of Charleston’s rich history, from the American Revolution to the Civil War and beyond. Learn from your guide about the city’s pivotal role in America's history with visits to famous sites such as Rainbow Row, Colonial Lake, the Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens.Bonus: Included with your City Tour is admission to America's first museum,  The Charleston Museum located in downtown Charleston. Make your way there for a self-guided tour of this popular attraction.
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Fort Sumter National Monument (Pass By)

Visit the famous Battery Waterfront district; and stop at Charleston’s picturesque Battery Sea Wall for closer views of Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter and Patriots Point.
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The Charleston Museum

Included with your City Tour is admission to America's first museum,  The Charleston Museum located in downtown Charleston. Make your way there for a self-guided tour of this popular attraction.
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Battery & White Point Gardens

Visit the famous Battery Waterfront district; and stop at Charleston’s picturesque Battery Sea Wall for closer views of Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter and Patriots Point.
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Admission Ticket Free

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum (Pass By)

Visit the famous Battery Waterfront district; and stop at Charleston’s picturesque Battery Sea Wall for closer views of Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter and Patriots Point.
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Rainbow Row (Pass By)

This tour will entertain you with more than 300 years of Charleston’s rich history, from the American Revolution to the Civil War and beyond. Learn from your guide about the city’s pivotal role in America's history with visits to famous sites such as Rainbow Row, Colonial Lake, the Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens.
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Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon (Pass By)

Learn from your guide about the city’s pivotal role in America's history with visits to famous sites such as Rainbow Row, Colonial Lake, the Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens.
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St. Philip's Church (Pass By)

You'll also see St Phillips Episcopal Church, the Public Market and more than 100 other points of interest. It's a great comprehensive overview of this charming historical city!
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Aiken-Rhett House (Pass By)

Historic home located in downtown Charleston
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please plan to arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to departure to allow for check-in and boarding
  • Operated by a business

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy?

A: The City Bus Tour with Charleston Museum Admission has a Free Cancellation policy. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Cancellation Policy

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).

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