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Charleston History Tour - Small Groups Only - History & Alleyways

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Charleston, USA
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Most Tours in Charleston will take out 20 people on a tour. I keep my tours smaller and max out at 10 people. By having smaller groups it allows my guests to have a more personalized and unique experience.

You get me, an experienced tour guide (Adam Moore) as your tour guide. I do every tour so you can be assured you will be getting the real deal :)

So grab a coffee and get your day started off right with a morning history tour of beautiful Charleston, South Carolina.

I will provide Intricate and detailed history, plus great storytelling and personality on our tour. Again, I like to keep these tours smaller in size to encourage conversations and questions.

What's Included

  • 10 People Or Less
  • History From a University Of South Carolina History Graduate
  • Good Stories and a Great Time!
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    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    151 Meeting Street
    Charleston, SC 29401, USA

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    End point

    Vendue Range
    Concord Street, Charleston, SC 29401, USA

    We end on the waterfront with a beautiful view of the Charleston Harbor. Waterfront Park, near the Pineapple fountain

    What To Expect

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    The Powder Magazine

    We will walk by the oldest public in South Carolina (The Powder Magazine) built in 1713 and then I will do a story about PIRATES
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    French Huguenot Church

    We take a walk into the French Quarter of Charleston.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Dock Street Theater

    Originally built in 1736 Dock Street theatre was the 1st theatre in the Colonies.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Chalmers Street

    The Pink House is one of the oldest (if not the oldest) buildings in Charleston. We will talk about The Pink House at this location. Chalmers Street is a beautiful cobblestone street lined with Palmetto Trees & Crepe Myrtle Trees.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Old Slave Mart Museum

    We stand outside of the museum & we discuss the massive impacts slavery had on our city and it's people.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Broad Street

    Laid out in 1680 this beautiful street was the center of commerce in Charleston...and still is.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Rainbow Row

    A must-see in Charleston, we go by the famous "Rainbow Row"
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Exchange Building

    Dating back to 1771 we stand outside and talk about Charleston's role in the American Revolution at this location.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Charleston Waterfront Park

    Beautiful park overlooking the Charleston Harbor. The Pineapple fountain is located here.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Charleston History Tour – Small Groups Only – History & Alleyways?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-297883P2

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • 10 People Or Less
    • History From a University Of South Carolina History Graduate
    • Good Stories and a Great Time!
    • We will go inside of 1 historic building or church on this tour
    • History From a Licensed & Experienced Tour Guide

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • What to Bring/Wear: 1) Footwear that you enjoy walking in. 2) Water. 3) Bug Spray. 4) Umbrella or Rain Coat (it rains a lot here)
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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