Charleston History and Historic Gossip Tour
Overview
Meet the Lid Lady (and our team of certified guides) at the Hat Man for a storytelling walking tour of Charleston exploring the French Quarter and South of Broad neighborhoods. We'll discuss the rich architectural history of the city and guests will gain a greater understanding of the vital roles Charleston has played throughout our nation's history. Stroll through picturesque neighborhoods and admire architectural gems as we dive into stories of the colorful characters who have shaped the city's history.
What's Included
- Tourism Taxes
- Private transportation
- Restroom on board
- Parking Fees
Meeting Location
43 Broad Street
Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Book Online
Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Chalmers Street
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Four Corners of Law
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tradd Street
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Battery
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rainbow Row
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Washington Square
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Church Street
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Charleston
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Charleston History and Historic Gossip Tour?
Cancellation Policy
Still have questions?
We're here to help.
Activity code: C-423079P2
Traveler Photos
Reviews
Average 4.90 out of 5 stars based on 10 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
Additional Info
Similar Tours & Activities
Just you and your crew! Private groups allow for more opportunities to ask questions and to interact with your native Charlestonian guide. This unique foodie...
$129
This tour is an exploration of Charleston that highlights the women and men who helped found Charleston and the United States. Did you know, without...
$36
Come aboard The USS Yorktown and hear the stories of the American Heroes who lived, died, and are still rumored to be here today. Commissioned...
$50
Taste the South. Sip the Stories. Walk through History. Experience Charleston like never before on a flavorful daytime journey through the city’s rich past, served...
$175
Just you and your crew! Private groups allow for more opportunities to ask questions and to interact with your native Charlestonian guide. This unique foodie...
$129
This tour is an exploration of Charleston that highlights the women and men who helped found Charleston and the United States. Did you know, without...
$36
Come aboard The USS Yorktown and hear the stories of the American Heroes who lived, died, and are still rumored to be here today. Commissioned...
$50
Taste the South. Sip the Stories. Walk through History. Experience Charleston like never before on a flavorful daytime journey through the city’s rich past, served...
$175
Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Join us for a 2.5-hour group boat cruise through the cherished tidal creeks of Charleston, South Carolina. This excursion includes an enlightening hour-long stop on...
$56
Stunning up close views of Fort Sumter, Fort Moultrie, The USS Yorktown, The Ravenel Bridge and much more! Dolphin sightings are common on almost every...
$45
Meet us at Aquarium Wharf near Concord St. and Calhoun St. in Charleston SC as you experience historic Charleston Harbor aboard our classic 84-foot Tall...
$56
Visit historic Fort Sumter with the only operator in Charleston providing access to Fort Sumer National Historic Site and Round-Trip Ferry Transportation from Liberty Square...
$46
Join us for a 2.5-hour group boat cruise through the cherished tidal creeks of Charleston, South Carolina. This excursion includes an enlightening hour-long stop on...
$56
Stunning up close views of Fort Sumter, Fort Moultrie, The USS Yorktown, The Ravenel Bridge and much more! Dolphin sightings are common on almost every...
$45
Meet us at Aquarium Wharf near Concord St. and Calhoun St. in Charleston SC as you experience historic Charleston Harbor aboard our classic 84-foot Tall...
$56
Visit historic Fort Sumter with the only operator in Charleston providing access to Fort Sumer National Historic Site and Round-Trip Ferry Transportation from Liberty Square...
$46
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
Filter by:
- 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 (EST).
- Tourism Taxes.
- Private transportation.
- Restroom on board.
- Parking Fees.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Charleston History and Historic Gossip Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Charleston History and Historic Gossip Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tourism Taxes
- Private transportation
- Restroom on board
- Parking Fees
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
