90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

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(1,276 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

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. Upgrade to include a visit to the restored Joseph Manigault House, an early 19th-century plantation home or the Charleston Museum.

What's Included

Optional upgrade to include Admission to Charleston Museum
90-minute Narrated Historic Mini-Coach Tour of Charleston
Optional upgrade to include Admission to Joseph Manigault House
Professional Driver/Guide
See over 100 Points of Interest including Rainbow Row, Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Tour departs from Charleston Visitor's Center

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    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. 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! Upgrade: Charleston Tour with a visit to the Joseph Manigault House:Upgrade your tour to include a visit to the restored Joseph Manigault House, a historic Charleston home constructed in 1803. Designed by architect Gabriel Manigault for his brother, Joseph, this 3-story, Federal-style brick townhouse reflects the lifestyle of the wealthy 19th-century rice-planting family and slaves who lived there. Explore this National Historic Landmark with your guide and discover why it’s considered one of the city’s most elegant and historically significant buildings in the city.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Visit the Joseph Manigault House (if upgrade option purchased at checkout)

    Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Admission included to the Charleston Museum (if upgrade option purchased at checkout)

    Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    See St Philips Church

    Admission ticket free
  • Charleston City Market (Pass by)

    See Old Market

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See Four Corners of Law

    Admission ticket free
  • Rainbow Row (Pass by)

    See Rainbow Row

    Admission ticket free
  • Battery & White Point Gardens (Pass by)

    See Battery & White Point Gardens

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See Colonial Lake

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Historic home located in downtown Charleston

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Gray Line Charleston

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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