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Charleston Horse & Carriage Tour: 30 blocks of historyA one-hour horse-drawn carriage tour of Charleston departs from a stable near City Market, with a certified guide narrating the city's role in American history as you pass historic homes, churches, gardens and the wrought iron gates that define the neighborhood. The tour covers about 30 blocks and 300+ years of history; specific landmarks vary by route, but all tours pass the church steeples and mansions that give Charleston its character. Carriages hold up to 16 passengers, and children under 3 ride free on a parent's lap; children 4 and up are welcome. Check in 15 minutes before departure.Is it for me?Book this if you want to sit while someone else navigates—the carriage seats up to 16, works for couples through small groups, and the stable's ramp makes boarding straightforward.
Charleston Walking Tour: 2 Hours Through French QuarterA 2-hour guided walking tour of Charleston's historic district with a licensed local guide, starting at City Hall and moving through the French Quarter, South of Broad, Rainbow Row, and the Battery. The tour covers notable sites including Dock Street Theatre, St. Philips Church, the Slave Mart Museum, and antebellum mansions, with stops varying by guide. Children from age 6 are welcome, and the route is wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Walk through centuries of Charleston's past—from colonial foundations to Civil War pivots—while a local guide navigates the stories and rhythm of the historic district's hidden corners.
Charleston: Haunted Horse Carriage Tour & Dungeon After DarkYou ride a horse-drawn carriage through Charleston's oldest graveyards, churches, and a colonial dungeon while a certified guide shares spooky local history. The 40-minute tour covers 15 blocks after dark, includes easy boarding via ramp, and works for families with children. Arrive 15 minutes early to check in at the stable.Is it for me?A good fit if you want Charleston's ghost stories and oldest landmarks without walking—the carriage does the moving, and the guide handles the history. Plan for an evening departure after dark, which is what makes the atmosphere work.
Fort Sumter Tour from Charleston: Ferry, Museum & Civil War SiteThis tour pairs round-trip ferry access to Fort Sumter National Monument with a self-guided exploration of the fort's grounds and museum, plus a narrated harbor cruise both ways. A National Park Service ranger greets you upon arrival to orient you to the site where the first shots of the American Civil War were fired. You choose to depart from either Liberty Square or Patriots Point; the Patriots Point route includes close views of the USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier.Is it for me?Stand where the first shots of the Civil War were fired—ferry, ranger-led exploration, and museum access all arranged, leaving you free to wander the grounds at your own pace.
Charleston: Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour & Historic DistrictYou ride a horse-drawn carriage for an hour through Charleston's historic district with a licensed guide who knows the stories behind the buildings. The route covers roughly 30 blocks, passing St. Philip's Church, the Custom House, and the City Market area. You start and end at the Big Red Barn, with multiple departures throughout the day. No walking required, and the open-air carriage means you're actually seeing the city.Is it for me?This works well if you want to see the historic district without walking the whole thing yourself and prefer a guide who actually knows the city's history rather than a recording. The fixed route and schedule mean you're not arranging transport or timing—you just show up at the barn and ride.
Charleston Ghost Tour & 1772 Unitarian Church GraveyardYou walk Charleston's haunted downtown for 90 minutes with a licensed guide, hearing supernatural stories from the bestselling book The Ghosts of Charleston, then enter the 1772 Unitarian Church Graveyard after dark — the tour's main draw, where documented paranormal activity has occurred since 1996. The guide varies stories nightly so repeats don't overlap, and you depart from Buxton Books, where you can grab the book itself before or after.Is it for me?Book this if you want Charleston's ghost stories told by someone who knows the city's actual history, and you're genuinely interested in the paranormal accounts documented at the Unitarian Church Graveyard — the nighttime access to that 1772 cemetery is what makes this tour different from a standard downtown walk.
Charleston: Historic Alleyways & Rainbow Row Walking TourYou walk through Charleston's hidden alleyways and the historic district with a licensed guide for two hours, visiting 4 to 6 different passages and stops like Rainbow Row. The small-group format means you get real conversation about the city's history instead of a rushed overview. You don't go inside buildings, but you see the exteriors and the streets that shaped them. Comfortable shoes and a water bottle are the only things you need to bring.Is it for me?This works well if you want to see the real Charleston beyond the main tourist stops without arranging your own route or guide — the small group and fixed 2-hour window mean you get the history and the alleyways without the overwhelm of a larger tour.
Myrtle Beach: Polynesian Fire Luau & Dinner ShowYou arrive early, get greeted with a lei, eat a buffet dinner while watching live Polynesian performers, and finish with a fire knife show. Tea and water are included; bring cash for the bar. The show runs rain or shine, and you're back to your hotel by late evening.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Myrtle Beach who want a full evening out without arranging separate dinner and entertainment — one ticket covers the meal, the band, and the fire show. Bring cash for the bar and plan to arrive during the 30-minute early check-in window so you're settled before the lights dim.
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise: Morris Island Lighthouse & WildlifeThis 2.5-hour group boat cruise departs from Bowens Island Road and travels through Charleston's tidal creeks to Morris Island, where you spend about an hour on the beach exploring an uninhabited barrier island. A naturalist captain narrates the journey, pointing out Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, wading birds, pelicans, sea turtles, and the maritime forest, while you collect shells and walk the shoreline near the historic lighthouse. The cruise includes fuel surcharge and live narration; arrive 15 minutes early to check in at the Charleston Outdoor Adventures office.Is it for me?Book this cruise if you want to see dolphins and wading birds without arranging your own boat or guide—the naturalist captain handles the narration and timing, so you focus on what's moving in the water and on the beach. The one-hour island stop gives you time to actually walk and collect shells instead of just passing by.
Charleston Food Tour: 7+ Tastings Through French Quarter HistoryA guided food tour through Charleston's French Quarter or Upper King Street neighborhood with a live English-speaking guide, featuring 7+ tastings of Lowcountry classics and Southern favorites over three hours. Choose between the classic tour (pulled pork tacos, she-crab soup, shrimp and grits, benne wafers) or the brunch option (warm biscuits, spinach and feta quiche, fried green tomatoes, pimento cheese, banana pudding), both ending with a mystery signature dish. The itinerary and menu may shift based on restaurant availability and weather, so contact the operator in advance if you have dietary requirements.Is it for me?Choose the classic tour for Lowcountry staples like she-crab soup and shrimp & grits, or the brunch option if you prefer starting later with biscuits and quiche.
Charleston: Historic Walking Tour French Quarter & Rainbow RowYou walk through downtown Charleston's two most historic neighborhoods in two hours with a guide who knows the city's long, complicated past. You see Rainbow Row, St. Philip's Church, the Old Exchange, and the oldest house in the city, and you learn why each one matters. No entry fees are included, so you're viewing exteriors and getting context you'd miss alone. Bring water and comfortable shoes, and arrive five minutes early.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand Charleston's history and layout without arranging their own route or paying for multiple entry fees — the guide's context is what turns a walk into a story, and the two-hour frame fits between other plans.
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Ticket & Live Gullah ShowYou’ll walk beneath ancient oaks at Boone Hall Plantation near Charleston, join a live Gullah presentation that lingers in your mind, explore original slave cabins with powerful exhibits, and tour both gardens and mansion—all included with your ticket. Expect warmth from guides and moments that make you pause longer than you planned.
Hilton Head: Guided Kayak Nature Tour with Wildlife SightingYou’ll paddle Hilton Head’s salt marshes with a local guide, spotting dolphins if you’re lucky and learning about Lowcountry wildlife along Broad Creek. Expect close-up bird sightings, gentle breezes, and stories that bring the island’s history to life — plus all your kayaking gear is included so you can just show up ready for an adventure.
Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise: Guaranteed SightingsA 90-minute dolphin boat cruise departing from Palmetto Bay Marina on Hilton Head Island, with guaranteed sightings and full narration by a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain. The boat is fully shaded and suitable for families, couples and anyone with any fitness level; children must be accompanied by an adult.Is it for me?Small groups and families work well here—the boat holds enough people that it never feels private, but stays small enough that everyone can see and hear the guide. If you're spending an afternoon on Hilton Head and want to see dolphins without renting a boat or booking a full-day excursion, this 90-minute cruise fits the free time you actually have.
Charleston: Haunted Bar Walking Tour & Ghost StoriesYou’ll follow a costumed pirate guide through Charleston’s historic bars and shadowy streets, hearing haunted tales where they actually happened. There’s time to buy drinks at each stop (bring ID), wander past graveyards after dark, and swap nervous laughs with fellow travelers. If you like your history with a side of goosebumps—and maybe some bourbon—this tour will leave you grinning at shadows long after it ends.
Charleston walking tour Civil War sites with history professorA historical walking tour of Charleston led by a Ph.D. historian from The Citadel, limited to 12 people and lasting three hours. The guide draws on thousands of hours of primary-source research to connect the sites — Fort Sumter, the Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon, St. Michael's Church, the Heyward-Washington House — to the events that shaped the nation. All fees and taxes are included.Is it for me?Choose this if you prefer a guide who draws on archival research to connect historical events across sites, rather than standard talking points—the smaller group size lets that depth happen without rushing.
Charleston: Downtown Food Tour & 4 Restaurant TastingsYou walk to four locally-owned restaurants in downtown Charleston's historic quarter, tasting Lowcountry cuisine and contemporary dishes at each stop while a local guide shares the city's food and cultural history. The tastings add up to a full meal, the tour lasts 2.5 hours, and you end within walking distance of where you started. Book at least 36 hours ahead if you have dietary restrictions.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat real Lowcountry food at places locals actually go, without having to figure out which restaurants to choose or navigate between them yourself — the guide handles the route and the stories, so you just show up and taste.
Waccamaw River Nature and Wildlife Tour: 2-hour boat tourA 2-hour guided boat tour of the Waccamaw River and Intracoastal Waterway in a National Wildlife Refuge, where you search cypress-lined channels and back creeks for osprey, herons, egrets, cormorants, ducks, turtles and alligators. A live English-speaking guide leads the tour. Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure; the boat departs on schedule and late arrivals will miss it.Is it for me?Book this if you want to spot wildlife from a boat while someone else navigates—the guide knows where osprey nest and herons gather, so you focus on watching instead of steering.
Charleston Ghost Tour: 90-Minute Night Walk & Haunted HistoryYou walk through downtown Charleston at night with a guide who's spent 30 years learning the city's haunted past. You'll hear about ghost sightings at a restaurant, see the Blood Book in the library, visit Bloody Alley where duels ended in death, and stand in St. Michael's Church while learning what people have witnessed there. The tour lasts 90 minutes, includes water in summer, and ends with you knowing Charleston's darker stories in a way a daytime walking tour never could.Is it for me?Book this if you want Charleston's real ghost stories told by someone who actually knows the city's history, not a script repeated every night—Mike's 30 years of experience means you get the details and context that turn folklore into something you'll remember.
Charleston Historic City Tour: 100+ Sites by Mini-CoachA 90-minute narrated mini-coach tour of Charleston with a professional guide covers more than 100 points of interest, including Rainbow Row, the Old Exchange Building, Whitepoint Gardens and the Battery waterfront. The tour traces Charleston's pivotal role in American history from the Revolution through the Civil War. Optional upgrades add admission to the Charleston Museum or the restored Joseph Manigault House, an 1803 Federal-style townhouse built for a wealthy rice-planting family.Is it for me?Choose the standard tour for walking-focused history across 100+ landmarks, or upgrade to add museum entry if you want to spend time inside a single restored house or collection.
