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Charleston Self Guided Walking Tour

163 King St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Duration

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

Charleston's past is alive and vibrant, waiting to be discovered around every corner. Go at your own pace, anytime, 24/7/365 on this smartphone guided (app/gps) walking tour. On this tour you’ll see Charleston’s historic downtown, including the famous Rainbow Row, The battery, multiple alley ways, hidden gems, a hidden entranceway to a famous graveyard, 2 parks, statues and so much more! Along the way you’ll learn the stories of the holy city, the people, the civil war, the battery, GW, Edgar Allan Poe, the history of the buildings, the streets, the fences and the city’s soul. If you like to wonder the streets and wonder what’s the history of this tour, then this tour is for you. Charlestonians are known for taking it slow, and so should you. This tour is designed to go at your own pace. Stop anytime to explore more and continue when you are ready. The tour never expires, and you can take it as many times as you want!

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What To Expect

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Gateway Walk



The tour starts at gateway walk where you’ll get a chance to walk through a easy to find but little known pathway to the : Unitarian Church Cemetery and hear the connection to Edgar Allan Poe.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Poogan’s Porch



Who’s Poogan? Learn about the dog that named the restaurant and see his stone outside. This is also one of the best souther restaurants you’ll find. Yum.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gibbes Museum of Art



The tour stops outside the museum and you’ll learn about the history of Charleston’s art scene, southern art and the history of the building.

• Admission Ticket Free

Washington Square



Get a chance to see a a huge obelisk that’s a miniature version of the Washington monument in Washington D.C. Learn the story of Washington here and take a rest.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rainbow Row



See the iconic rainbow row and learn how it was created. This a great spot for pictures.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Battery



Walk around the battery and see the statues and learn about their stories and history as you walk. What role did the city play in the revolutionary war? The Civil War?

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

King Street



Explore sites on King Street, historic houses, churches, and sites and learn the history of the area. You’ll see secret alleyways, historic sites, and so much more!

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Included/Excluded

  • Tour on our walking Tour app for one tour
  • Go at your own pace and schedule, 24/7/365
  • The tour never expires, go anytime.
  • No food, admission, drinks or in person guide, this is all navigated by the walking tour app

Durations

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Tour's Location

163 King St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
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