Top Charleston activities
Top Charleston landmarks
Beyond Charleston
Charleston trip ideas

Private Charleston Walking Food Tour in the French Quarter

241 Reviews 4.98 out of 5 stars Based on 241 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers |
Badge of Excellence |Badge of Excellence This experience is highly rated by travelers and has met our top quality standards.
Charleston, USA

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 23 (0) days in advance.

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

Overview

Explore 300 years of history on our Charleston French Quarter Food Tour! We begin with a traditional South Carolina BBQ Pulled Pork Taco and delicate Benne Wafers near the Historic City Market. Savor Cheese & Chives Hot Little Biscuits, She-Crab Soup, and famous Shrimp & Grits while walking past St. Philip’s Church, the Dock Street Theatre, and the notorious Pirate House. We'll then reveal our melt-in-your-mouth Secret Dish, finishing with a Handmade Pecan Cluster. Elevate your tour with our Drink Upgrade featuring a local Ale, Spiked Tea, and a Mini Wine Flight!

What's Included

  • Crisp benne wafers
  • Savory pulled pork taco
  • Fluffy cheese & chive biscuit
  • Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
  • Gratuity
See 4 moreSee 4 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

200 East Bay Street
Charleston, SC 29401, USA

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

100 North Market Street
Charleston, SC 29401, USA

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

What To Expect

Book Online

Our secure website provides real-time availability, and free, no-hassle cancellations up to 24 hours before your tour begins.
Read more

Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free

U.S. Custom House (pass by)

Majestically overlooking East Bay Street and the harbor, the United States Custom House is one of the most striking buildings in Charleston. It is an outstanding example of a public building and reflects the time when Charleston was one of the country's busiest port cities.
Read more

Charleston City Market (pass by)

You'll take a stroll through the Historic Charleston City Market and learn how the African slave trade introduced iconic ingredients such as benne seeds and collard greens to the local diet.
Read more

Dock Street Theater (pass by)

Charleston's Dock Street Theatre was the first theater building designed solely for theatrical performances in America. Its rich history reflects the theatrical tradition and cultural history of Charleston and America from the 1700s through the millennium.
Read more
Show 2 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

(7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Charleston Walking Food Tour in the French Quarter?

A: 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-7812P198

Traveler Photos

Reviews

4.98
241 reviews

Average 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 241 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

5 stars
237
4 stars
3
3 stars
1
2 stars
0
1 star
0

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 23 (0) days in advance.

Similar Tours & Activities

Historic Charleston Walking Tour: Rainbow Row, Churches, and More
2 hours Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (704)
from
$42.50

Historic Charleston Walking & Storytelling Tour
2 hours Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (26)
from
$37.90

Charleston Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
2 hours Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
3.8 (5)
from
$11.27

Historical City of Charleston Gullah Culture Slave Trade Reveal
1 hour Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$64.95

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2,303)
$61
$60

Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.6 (764)
$61
$60

Charleston Harbor History Day-Time or Sunset Boat Cruise
Special Offer
Special Offer
1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.6 (3,008)
$46.50
$45.50

Charleston Water Taxi Cruise with Dolphin Sighting
1 to 11 hours
1 to 11 hours
4.8 (983)
from
$19

What's Included

Activity name

  • Crisp benne wafers
  • Savory pulled pork taco
  • Fluffy cheese & chive biscuit
  • Handmade pecan cluster
  • Creamy she-crab soup
  • Our Delicious Secret Dish!
  • Southern shrimp & grits
  • Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
  • Gratuity

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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.
  • Operated by a business

Protecting you

Activity name

For your protection and stress-free bookings, use our secure platform to pay for bookings. Secret Food Tours

Report Product Issue

Activity name

Language
Currency

Site Settings

Activity name

Currency

Activity name

Activity name

Free Cancellation

100% refund
No refund

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).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Sorting, ranking, and search results

Activity name

Cool Destinations wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through Cool Destinations over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.

Choose an option

Activity name

or

Cool Rewards Terms & Conditions

Activity name

Cool Rewards

  • Cool Rewards is a loyalty program operated by Cool Destinations. Rewards may be earned by any eligible person holding a Cool Destinations account, subject to the Cool Destinations customer Terms of Use.

Earning rewards

  • Rewards can be earned by making bookings on the Cool Destinations website. You will be able to see the value of the rewards you can earn during the booking process.
  • Earned rewards will be issued in a pending state and will move to a confirmed state 24 hours after the start time of the experience.
  • Earned rewards will be available to redeem once they are no longer in a pending state.
  • For bookings that are moved to a different travel date, the rewards will be redeemable after the amended travel date.
  • If a booking where rewards were issued is canceled, the earned rewards will not be redeemable and will be moved to a canceled state.

Redeeming rewards

  • To redeem rewards, you must be logged into your Cool Destinations account.
  • Any available rewards will be automatically applied the next time you make a booking, and their value will be deducted from your order at checkout, unless you choose not to apply them, which requires you to indicate this via the toggle switch. Bookings made using rewards are subject to the standard Cool Destinations Customer Terms of Use.
  • You will not be able to redeem only a portion of your available rewards at checkout. It is only possible to redeem all or none of your available rewards.
  • There is no minimum order value required to redeem your rewards. This means that you can pay for 100% of your order with rewards.
  • Rewards are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.
  • If rewards are redeemed against a booking that is canceled or refunded, the rewards will be reissued to your account.

Miscellaneous

  • You can check your Cool Destinations account to see the rewards you have collected at any time. You are responsible for ensuring that your rewards balance is correct.
  • We reserve the right to modify these Cool Rewards Terms and Conditions at any time, with or without notice, including the rules for earning and redeeming rewards. Any changes will be reflected in the updated Terms and Conditions.
  • We reserve the right to terminate the Cool Rewards program and cease issuing any further rewards on future bookings. All pending and available rewards balances will be honored.
  • By earning and redeeming rewards, you agree to these Terms and Conditions, as well as any subsequent changes made to them.