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Guided by Timothy Trouche, an eighth-generation Charleston native and third generation Charleston tour guide, you will learn the unique history of the pirates who plagued Charles Town in its early days, the many patriots who defended the city over the last three centuries and how prohibition shaped the way of life in Charleston in the early 20th century.
Share in Tim’s hometown knowledge of the city’s rich history while enjoying charming views of the Charleston harbor, cobblestone streets, buildings and monuments that date as far back as the late 1600s.
*Please note that this is not a ghost tour but does cover some historical discussion that may not be appropriate for children under the age of 13.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour will begin at the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon. Please meet your guide under the tree at the corner of Gillon and East Bay Streets.
The tour will end outside the Blind Tiger Pub.
Itinerary
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1
Travelers will meet under the tree next to the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon at the corner of East Bay Street and Gillon Street. Admission is not included in the price of this tour as we do not go inside the Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon. It is closed at the time of this tour.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Charleston Waterfront Park
The tour will pass by the pineapple fountain at Joe Riley Waterfront park with glimpses of Fort Sumter and the USS Yorktown out in the Charleston harbor.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Circular Congregational Church
The Circular Congregational Church has the oldest graveyard in Charleston with monuments dating back to 1695.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4
The Powder Magazine is oldest public building in South Carolina. It was built to defend the city against the French, Spanish and Pirates. Admission is not included in the price of this tour as we do not go inside the Powder Magazine. It is closed at the time of this tour.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5
Washington Park is a military memorial park focused on the American Revolution and Civil War.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Blind Tiger Pub was a speakeasy during Prohibition.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not suitable for travelers with mobility issues
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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