Taste of History A Private Charleston Culinary Tour
Overview
Discover Charleston at a relaxed pace with this private, elevated culinary experience that blends food, culture, and history. Starting in the historic French Quarter, your group will enjoy a curated journey through Lowcountry classics and modern interpretations, with stops at three top restaurants for generous tasting portions—more than a full meal.
Your experience is fully tailored: before the tour, your guide will connect to learn your preferences and dietary needs, ensuring every dish suits your taste. The final stop is your choice—savory, sweet, or a surprise delight.
As you dine, your City of Charleston-certified guide shares stories of the city’s past and its influence on today’s cuisine. Light walking between locations keeps the focus on food and culture. Alcoholic beverages can be purchased or added with an optional libations package.
Perfect for special occasions, couples, or friends, Taste of History offers an immersive way to savor Charleston’s culinary heritage.
What's Included
- A relaxed, leisurely stroll through Charleston's French Quarter between stops
- Local stories, history, and neighborhood insights along the route
- Photo-worthy moments along iconic Charleston streets
- Three sit-down tastings of Lowcountry classics and modern dishes inspired by Charleston’s heritage.
- Water, soft drinks, iced tea and coffee are included
- Food & Drinks
- Private experience led by a City of Charleston-certified guide
- Alcoholic beverages not included
- Gratuity for the guide (optional and appreciated)
Meeting Location
61 State Street
Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ALLERGIES/DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: Allergies and dietary restrictions must be communicated during booking; same-day accommodations cannot be guaranteed
- MOBILITY CONCERNS: This experience includes light, leisurely walking between nearby restaurants. Guests with mobility concerns are welcome, but must communicate any needs or limitations during booking so accommodations can be considered
- PARKING: Downtown Charleston has paid parking only; guests should plan to arrive via rideshare, taxi or paid parking nearby
- WHERE TO PARK: Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes before tour time to allow extra time for parking, nearby parking garages include Concord Parking Garage (1 Cumberland St) and Charleston County Parking Garage (90 Cumberland St)
- EXTREME WEATHER POLICY: Tours will operate rain or shine, (with the exception of extreme weather). Ponchos will be provided in the event of light rain. For the safety of guests and guide, tours will NOT operate during extreme weather conditions, including, but not limited to: Temperatures above 97degrees, heat index above 110 degrees, below freezing and icy conditions, tropical storms or hurricanes. In cases of extreme weather, cancellation decisions are made at the discretion of the guide to ensure the safety of both guest and guide. In the event of unsafe weather, guest will be contacted to reschedule or receive a refund
- SERVICE ANIMALS: Only ADA certified service animals are permitted; therapy or emotional support animals are not allowed in restaurants per DHEC regulations
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- A relaxed, leisurely stroll through Charleston's French Quarter between stops.
- Local stories, history, and neighborhood insights along the route.
- Photo-worthy moments along iconic Charleston streets.
- Three sit-down tastings of Lowcountry classics and modern dishes inspired by Charleston’s heritage.
- Water, soft drinks, iced tea and coffee are included.
- Food & Drinks.
- Private experience led by a City of Charleston-certified guide.
- Alcoholic beverages not included.
- Gratuity for the guide (optional and appreciated).
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 8..
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 Taste of History A Private Charleston Culinary 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 Taste of History A Private Charleston Culinary 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
- A relaxed, leisurely stroll through Charleston's French Quarter between stops
- Local stories, history, and neighborhood insights along the route
- Photo-worthy moments along iconic Charleston streets
- Three sit-down tastings of Lowcountry classics and modern dishes inspired by Charleston’s heritage.
- Water, soft drinks, iced tea and coffee are included
- Food & Drinks
- Private experience led by a City of Charleston-certified guide
- Alcoholic beverages not included
- Gratuity for the guide (optional and appreciated)
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
- ALLERGIES/DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: Allergies and dietary restrictions must be communicated during booking; same-day accommodations cannot be guaranteed
- MOBILITY CONCERNS: This experience includes light, leisurely walking between nearby restaurants. Guests with mobility concerns are welcome, but must communicate any needs or limitations during booking so accommodations can be considered
- PARKING: Downtown Charleston has paid parking only; guests should plan to arrive via rideshare, taxi or paid parking nearby
- WHERE TO PARK: Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes before tour time to allow extra time for parking, nearby parking garages include Concord Parking Garage (1 Cumberland St) and Charleston County Parking Garage (90 Cumberland St)
- EXTREME WEATHER POLICY: Tours will operate rain or shine, (with the exception of extreme weather). Ponchos will be provided in the event of light rain. For the safety of guests and guide, tours will NOT operate during extreme weather conditions, including, but not limited to: Temperatures above 97degrees, heat index above 110 degrees, below freezing and icy conditions, tropical storms or hurricanes. In cases of extreme weather, cancellation decisions are made at the discretion of the guide to ensure the safety of both guest and guide. In the event of unsafe weather, guest will be contacted to reschedule or receive a refund
- SERVICE ANIMALS: Only ADA certified service animals are permitted; therapy or emotional support animals are not allowed in restaurants per DHEC regulations
