Whale of a Tale a Family Friendly Charleston Walking Tour
Overview
'Whale of a Tale' is a playful, interactive walking tour of Charleston designed especially for young children and families.
The adventure begins at The Loutrel Hotel, where children meet Wally the History Whale, a silly, self-assured and jovial puppet who always gets his history wrong. Each child receives a Whale of a Tale Bingo card and set off on a guided scavenger-style walk through the city.
The tour includes a stop at Rainbow Row, perfect for family photos. The experience wraps up at Carmella's Dessert Bar, where Wally rewards all children who complete their bingo card with a sweet treat - a joyful finale to their adventure.
What's Included
- Snacks Each participating child will receive a scoop of sorbetto
- Meals Additional food and drinks beyond what's listed in the included tastings is not included.
- Parking fees are not included. Guests are responsible for securing their own parking. Local garages typically charge around $15-$20 for a 3-hour stay.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point is not included. This is a walking tour, and guests should plan to arrive at the starting location.
- Gratuities are not included (optional but appreciated).
- Souvenirs and personal purchases are not included.
Meeting Location
61 State Street
Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
198 East Bay Street
Charleston, SC 29401, USA
The tour ends at Carmella's Italian Dessert Bar, 198 East Bay Street
What To Expect
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Rainbow Row
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Philadelphia Alley
15 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
- Non-participating infants without a ticket will not receive a bingo card or dessert.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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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).
- Snacks. Each participating child will receive a scoop of sorbetto.
- Meals. Additional food and drinks beyond what's listed in the included tastings is not included.
- Parking fees are not included. Guests are responsible for securing their own parking. Local garages typically charge around $15-$20 for a 3-hour stay.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point is not included. This is a walking tour, and guests should plan to arrive at the starting location.
- Gratuities are not included (optional but appreciated).
- Souvenirs and personal purchases are not included.
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 2. 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 Whale of a Tale a Family Friendly Charleston Walking 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 Whale of a Tale a Family Friendly Charleston Walking 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
- SnacksEach participating child will receive a scoop of sorbetto
- MealsAdditional food and drinks beyond what's listed in the included tastings is not included.
- Parking fees are not included. Guests are responsible for securing their own parking. Local garages typically charge around $15-$20 for a 3-hour stay.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point is not included. This is a walking tour, and guests should plan to arrive at the starting location.
- Gratuities are not included (optional but appreciated).
- Souvenirs and personal purchases are not included.
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
- Non-participating infants without a ticket will not receive a bingo card or dessert.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
