Getting there is half the fun.

There seems to be no better way to see all the sites in the Charleston are than to embark on one of the many sightseeing tours. Whether by land or sea, Charleston offers plenty of special interest tours to learn all of the rich history of the area. Whether you prefer to stroll down quaint alleyways by foot or trot through the streets in a carriages, all paths lead visitors on an unforgettable journey back in time. You'll be entertained and enlightened by knowledgeable guides giving tours on foot, by carriage, by van - even by boat!
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Charleston Tea Party Private Tour
An elegant Valentine's Tea in your guide's home on the Ashley River creates a lasting memory.
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Friends Of The Hunley

In 1864, the Hunley became the world’s first successful combat submarine and then mysteriously vanished. Lost at sea for over a century, the Hunley was recovered from the sea in 2000. See history unfolding during weekend tours of the Hunley. For tickets, call 1.877.4HUNLEY. For weekday large group tours, call 843.744.1488.
Charleston Pirate Tours

Use the guide ETV, Lifetime, and A&E use! In authentic costume with his parrot, Eric Lavender introduces you to Charleston’s pirates – Blackbeard, Anne Bonny and more. Along the way, learn about some of Charleston’s most historic buildings and events. Featured on Bing Travel!
An Original Pub Tour of Charleston – Lesesne Tour Co.
From Irish Pubs to English taverns, and former speakeasies we'll show you Charleston! Group sizes are small so guests have a personalized tour with experienced guides. Tour lasts 2.5 hours light appetizers included in tour price. Reservations required!
Brewery Bus Tours of Charleston
Celebrate local breweries on our exclusive new Brew Bus Tour of Charleston! Craft beer tastings and behind-the-scenes brewery tours. Hear the history of beer, bootleggers, and bathtub gin from experienced guides. Treat yourself to some local flavor! Groups, customized private tours available. Reservations required.
Charleston History Photo Tours
Recommended by Washington Post & AAA Book, this remarkable walking tour explores flourishing preservation, magnificent mansions, mysterious graveyards, graceful gardens, grand churches, Revolutionary and Civil War sites, secret passageways, cobblestone streets, slave history, with various locations to capture unique photographs.
High Coastal Hospitality & Tourism
Offering the widest range of specialized tours from novice to connoisseur level programming. Our guides have the training and expertise to interpret history of the urban plantations in the Old & Historic District and rural plantations of Charleston’s Low Country. Discover HighPad Touring!
Historic Charleston Foundation Special Tours
Special Tours offers custom-designed, exclusive tours of Charleston and the Lowcountry for small, private groups. Itineraries are tailored to reflect special interests and needs of any small group, i.e.: architecture, antiques, history, gardens. Contact Special Tours Coordinator.