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Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

Step back in time with a 4.5-hour visit to one of America's oldest working, living plantations. Be transported to this historic site with an experienced …More

4.5 (489)

Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

Step back in time with a 4.5-hour visit to one of America's oldest working, living plantations. Be transported to this historic site with an experienced...

4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.5 (489)
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$82
Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

Enjoy this 4.5-hour tour of Magnolia Plantation and see the plantation has stood the test of time dating back to 1676. One of America's most important historical sights, …More

4.6 (890)

Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

Enjoy this 4.5-hour tour of Magnolia Plantation and see the plantation has stood the test of time dating back to 1676. One of America's most important historical sights,...

4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.6 (890)
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$96
Undiscovered Charleston: Half Day Food, Wine & History Tour with Cooking Class

Charleston's only chef led historic walking tour, cooking demonstration and lunch! Our experience begins with a 90 minute food history walking tour in the historic …More

5.0 (998)

Undiscovered Charleston: Half Day Food, Wine & History Tour with Cooking Class

Charleston's only chef led historic walking tour, cooking demonstration and lunch! Our experience begins with a 90 minute food history walking tour in the historic...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (998)
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$250
Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel

Unlike many tour companies in town that allow up to 20 people in each group, my Charleston tour is guaranteed to have no more than …More

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5.0 (1,499)

Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel

Unlike many tour companies in town that allow up to 20 people in each group, my Charleston tour is guaranteed to have no more than...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,499)
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$40
Outer Banks Film Locations Tour

WELCOME TO THE OFFICIAL OBX FILM LOCATIONS TOUR! Fans of the Netflix series Outer Banks are in for a thrill! As a background actor on …More

5.0 (185)

Outer Banks Film Locations Tour

WELCOME TO THE OFFICIAL OBX FILM LOCATIONS TOUR! Fans of the Netflix series Outer Banks are in for a thrill! As a background actor on...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (185)
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$250
Magnolia Plantation Day Tour with Transportation

Explore the enchanting Magnolia Plantation, a gem in the heart of the Lowcountry. This tour takes you to the historic estate, where you’ll enjoy a …More

4.6 (103)

Magnolia Plantation Day Tour with Transportation

Explore the enchanting Magnolia Plantation, a gem in the heart of the Lowcountry. This tour takes you to the historic estate, where you’ll enjoy a...

5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.6 (103)
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$75
Half Day Private Tour throughout Charleston Historic Locations

Experience Charleston like a local with your own Private Guide Come explore one of the oldest cities in America with its historic homes, French Quarter, …More

4.8 (47)

Half Day Private Tour throughout Charleston Historic Locations

Experience Charleston like a local with your own Private Guide Come explore one of the oldest cities in America with its historic homes, French Quarter,...

3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (47)
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$175
Middleton Plantation-3 hour guided tour- hotel pickup

This is a small group tour which includes a brief driving tour of Charleston's Old and Historic District and one of Charleston's premier plantations. Your …More

4.8 (118)

Middleton Plantation-3 hour guided tour- hotel pickup

This is a small group tour which includes a brief driving tour of Charleston's Old and Historic District and one of Charleston's premier plantations. Your...

3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (118)
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$125
Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island

There is so much more awaiting you off the Charleston peninsula! Here is your opportunity to take a small group, 1/2 day tour (8 or …More

4.9 (45)

Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan's Island

There is so much more awaiting you off the Charleston peninsula! Here is your opportunity to take a small group, 1/2 day tour (8 or...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (45)
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$85
Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

Whether you join our classic itinerary or select our Brunch option, you are in for an unforgettable culinary journey through 300 years of history! Our …More

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4.9 (2,358)

Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

Whether you join our classic itinerary or select our Brunch option, you are in for an unforgettable culinary journey through 300 years of history! Our...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (2,358)
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$89
Private Charleston Walking Food Tour in the French Quarter

Step back through cobblestone streets where pirates, patriots, and duelists once tread. This walk uncovers Charleston's French Quarter through three centuries of gritty legend and …More

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5.0 (259)

Private Charleston Walking Food Tour in the French Quarter

Step back through cobblestone streets where pirates, patriots, and duelists once tread. This walk uncovers Charleston's French Quarter through three centuries of gritty legend and...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (259)
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$157
Charleston Brunch Food Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and More

Discover southern hospitality on our Charleston Brunch Food Tour in the vibrant Upper King Street district! Starting near the historic William Aiken House, we kick …More

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4.9 (357)

Charleston Brunch Food Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and More

Discover southern hospitality on our Charleston Brunch Food Tour in the vibrant Upper King Street district! Starting near the historic William Aiken House, we kick...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (357)
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$89
Wine Sippin'-Tea Drinkin'-Tree Huggin' Lowcountry Sightseeing

Enjoy this all-Inclusive, day-trip out to the Lowcountry, on Wadmalaw Island, Charleston's rural farming sea island, and tour 3 unique locations. Join Snap! for an …More

5.0 (110)

Wine Sippin'-Tea Drinkin'-Tree Huggin' Lowcountry Sightseeing

Enjoy this all-Inclusive, day-trip out to the Lowcountry, on Wadmalaw Island, Charleston's rural farming sea island, and tour 3 unique locations. Join Snap! for an...

5 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (110)
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$149
Private Chauffeur & Admission to Middleton & Magnolia Plantation + Box Lunch

We offer transportation for Private Groups and Families to explore all that the Charleston Area has to offer. Enjoy a beautiful ride up the Spanish …More

4.0 (1)

Private Chauffeur & Admission to Middleton & Magnolia Plantation + Box Lunch

We offer transportation for Private Groups and Families to explore all that the Charleston Area has to offer. Enjoy a beautiful ride up the Spanish...

4 to 6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.0 (1)
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$975
Charleston's Historic Pubs, Taverns, and Taprooms Tour

This Pubs, Taverns, & Taprooms Tour is provided by CHARLESTON CULINARY TOURS, the longest-running food tour company in Charleston.This 3-hour professionally-guided tour will take you …More

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4.8 (31)

Charleston's Historic Pubs, Taverns, and Taprooms Tour

This Pubs, Taverns, & Taprooms Tour is provided by CHARLESTON CULINARY TOURS, the longest-running food tour company in Charleston.This 3-hour professionally-guided tour will take you...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (31)
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$90
Holiday Festival of Lights Tour with Transport

Join Adventure Sightseeing, the only locally owned bus tour company for a magnificent time at the James Island County Park Holiday Festival of Lights! There …More

4.6 (44)

Holiday Festival of Lights Tour with Transport

Join Adventure Sightseeing, the only locally owned bus tour company for a magnificent time at the James Island County Park Holiday Festival of Lights! There...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.6 (44)
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$38
Charleston Festival of Lights Holiday Tour

Immerse yourself in the enchanting sights of the Charleston Holiday Festival of Lights on this magical trolley tour. Starting from the Charleston Visitor Information Center, …More

4.7 (25)

Charleston Festival of Lights Holiday Tour

Immerse yourself in the enchanting sights of the Charleston Holiday Festival of Lights on this magical trolley tour. Starting from the Charleston Visitor Information Center,...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (25)
from
$35
Charleston Private Brunch Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and More

Discover southern hospitality on our Charleston Brunch Food Tour in the vibrant Upper King Street district! Starting near the historic William Aiken House, we kick …More

5.0 (54)

Charleston Private Brunch Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and More

Discover southern hospitality on our Charleston Brunch Food Tour in the vibrant Upper King Street district! Starting near the historic William Aiken House, we kick...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (54)
from
$140
Half Day City Bus Tour, Aiken Rhett House And Charleston Museum

A combination of two of the historic museums in Charleston. The Aiken-Rhett House offers an intimate, visceral encounter with the human stories and social structures …More

5.0 (4)

Half Day City Bus Tour, Aiken Rhett House And Charleston Museum

A combination of two of the historic museums in Charleston. The Aiken-Rhett House offers an intimate, visceral encounter with the human stories and social structures...

4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$65
3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House

History comes alive on this combo tour. The tapestry of the city history is presented in a passionate, well rounded way. We believe history is …More

5.0 (1)

3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House

History comes alive on this combo tour. The tapestry of the city history is presented in a passionate, well rounded way. We believe history is...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$50

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Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings
KdubzNYC, Sep 2026
Highly recommended
Food was excellent and Charlotte was a fun guide, explaining many historical references of the city’s food and architecture. We love this as a way to eat good food and engage in a fun walking tour.
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Awesome tour
New York City
Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings
G914ZXlindad, Sep 2026
Awesome tour
Food tour was awesome. Food was yummy. Joe was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and made the experience so much fun.
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Wonderful
New York City
Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston
Karen_E, Sep 2026
Wonderful
This was all really good. The bus ride was comfortable so much good information provided about the city and the plantation. Boone Plantation was fascinating, especially loved the Gullah presentation. Highly recommend this tour.
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We really enjoyed the...
New York City
Magnolia Plantation Day Tour with Transportation
Philip_B, Sep 2026
We really enjoyed the...
We really enjoyed the tour! The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. We learned a lot and saw even more! Highly recommend the train tour.
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Boone Hall
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Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston
wesemm, Sep 2026
Boone Hall
Greg was our driver. He was very accommodating and friendly . We enjoyed the stories and tours.
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Compelling
New York City
Magnolia Plantation Day Tour with Transportation
KittyLu917, Sep 2026
Compelling
Interesting trip. Beautiful grounds and compelling information.
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This is the best history tour in Charleston
New York City
Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel
Voyager63653964854, Sep 2026
This is the best history tour in Charleston
This is an easy walking tour my 78 year old mother had no problems. Eric, is phenomenal. He is an over-flowing fountain of knowledge. The 3 hours went by fast. Take water and wear comfortable shoes.
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The driver was great,...
New York City
Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston
CAROL_R, Sep 2026
The driver was great,...
The driver was great, young girl from Virgina. She knew the history very well and the plantation. She was very friendly and professional made everyone comfortable and really personalized the experience. Great tour all around!
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We are FANS!!
New York City
Charleston Brunch Food Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and More
500jjr, Sep 2026
We are FANS!!
John, the professor was fun, engaging, lively, wanted us to all have a good time. Passionate about his job. We are fans!
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Our tour with Eric was...
New York City
Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel
Judie_T, Sep 2026
Our tour with Eric was...
Our tour with Eric was very informative and interesting. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn about the city’s history and to hear a variety of information while visiting many beautiful sites on foot. Our guide was engaging and kept our attention throughout the tour.
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Great time in my home state
New York City
Charleston Brunch Food Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and More
damonp786, Sep 2026
Great time in my home state
John, did a really good job explaining the history and origins of some of the southern classics. Even though I am a local, he curated the food and buildings on Kings Street very good.
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Our guide Leanne was...
New York City
Wine Sippin’-Tea Drinkin’-Tree Huggin’ Lowcountry Sightseeing
Charles_R, Sep 2026
Our guide Leanne was...
Our guide Leanne was amazing! She was on time, informative, welcoming, fun and upbeat! Thanks to her we had an opportunity to see local nature, enjoy local food and beverage, listen to local musician and be see how locals live. It was low key, but absolutely perfect day out! We returned with our hearts full and our souls content!
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Exceptional Walking and 3-Course Meal
New York City
Undiscovered Charleston: Half Day Food, Wine & History Tour with Cooking Class
Mary_C, Sep 2026
Exceptional Walking and 3-Course Meal
The most exceptional walking tour combined with a 3-course meal which was all lead by the Chef Forrest himself. Stunning day, but just the love the Chef has for the history of the city of Charleston and food was beyond amazing experience.
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great tour!
New York City
Get Out of Town! Lighthouses, Beaches and Forts Tour! Folly to Sullivan’s Island
Ellen_G, Sep 2026
great tour!
We enjoyed seeing several historical sites on one trip. Tom was knowledgeable and encouraged questions and comments. Very interesting experience if you enjoy history!
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wonderful and easy walking trip with great food.
New York City
Undiscovered Charleston: Half Day Food, Wine & History Tour with Cooking Class
Roger_K, Sep 2026
wonderful and easy walking trip with great food.
Wonderful and easy to do walk through old Charleston with fascinating stories on every block we walked.. from the founding of Charleston through the revolution, civil war and up modern times. The food was fabulous and the recipes are free on Forest's site. He is among the MOST knowegable and friendly guides we have ever had. The trip starts at the Pineapple and ends at his restaurant.
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Perry adapted to our interests!
New York City
Private Charleston Walking Food Tour in the French Quarter
K1035MXvanessah, Sep 2026
Perry adapted to our interests!
Perry was a great guide and adapted the tour to our interest and speed. The food was excellent and abundant, and stories entertaining.
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