History walks in Charleston
Guided walks through old towns, wartime districts and ancient centres, led by guides who know what happened on each street.
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Compare at a glance
Prices run from £19 to £31 per person. 2 of 8 are private or small-group tours (12 people or fewer). Select a tour name for meeting point, stops and what's included.
| Tour | Duration | Group | From | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel | 3 hours | Up to 12 | £31 | 5.0 (1,525) |
| Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour | 2 hours | Up to 20 | £23 | 4.9 (7,072) |
| Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour | 2 hours | Up to 13 | £26 | 4.9 (2,713) |
| Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture | 2 hours | Up to 20 | £19 | 5.0 (574) |
| Historic Charleston Walking Tour: Rainbow Row, Churches, and More | 2 hours | Up to 20 | £31 | 4.9 (733) |
| Charleston History and Hops Tour: Bar and History Walk | 2 hours | Up to 10 | £27 | 5.0 (360) |
| Charleston Chicora 2 Hour History Walking Tour | 2 hours | Up to 20 | £31 | 5.0 (281) |
| Charleston Dark History & Ghost Tour with Adam | 1.3 hours | Up to 15 | £19 | 4.9 (359) |
Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel (opens Viator in a new tab)
A small-group history walk through Charleston led by a history professor from The Citadel. Tour details: Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel
Guided in English
From £31Free cancellation
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Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour (opens Viator in a new tab)
A two-hour walk through historic Charleston's streets and centuries of history. Tour details: Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Guided in English
From £23Free cancellation
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Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour (opens Viator in a new tab)
A small-group walk through Charleston's hidden alleys and historic sites. Tour details: Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour
Guided in English
From £26Free cancellation
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Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture (opens Viator in a new tab)
A walk from the French Quarter through Charleston's alleys and streets, covering history, culture and architecture. Tour details: Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture
Guided in English
From £19Free cancellation
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Historic Charleston Walking Tour: Rainbow Row, Churches, and More (opens Viator in a new tab)
A walk through historic Charleston's quiet streets, past Rainbow Row and the old churches. Tour details: Historic Charleston Walking Tour: Rainbow Row, Churches, and More
Guided in English
From £31Free cancellation
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Charleston History and Hops Tour: Bar and History Walk (opens Viator in a new tab)
A history walk through Charleston with stops at local bars. Tour details: Charleston History and Hops Tour: Bar and History Walk
Guided in English
From £27Free cancellation
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Charleston Chicora 2 Hour History Walking Tour (opens Viator in a new tab)
A two-hour walk through Charleston's history. Tour details: Charleston Chicora 2 Hour History Walking Tour
Guided in English
From £31Free cancellation
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Charleston Dark History & Ghost Tour with Adam (opens Viator in a new tab)
An evening walk through Charleston's dark history and ghost stories. Tour details: Charleston Dark History & Ghost Tour with Adam
Guided in English
From £19Free cancellation
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Prices are Viator's lowest "from" price per person, converted to pounds and checked on 28 October 2026. The booking page shows the current price in your currency.
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