Discover the people and events that shaped the walled city of Charleston on a guided walking tour. Immerse yourself in history as you pass colonial buildings and streets brimming with stories to tell.

 

EXPERIENCE:

Relive the chapters of Charleston’s history on a guided walking tour and roam the cobblestone streets of the only English, walled city in North America. Glimpse into the city’s complicated past, from its colonial roots to many natural disasters.

Meet your guide and set off on a sightseeing walk in the beautiful walled city of Charleston. Stroll along the old streets, lined with colorful pre- and post-colonial homes, storefronts, churches, and public buildings.

Get swept up in Charleston’s fascinating and turbulent history as your guide gives meaning to each stop with insider tales and legends. Read the ancient symbols on the tombstones and relive the phases of the city’s history, from rapid growth and the age of piracy to the rise of the rice planters.

Learn about the numerous disasters that have made their mark on Charleston, including seven major fires, hurricanes, epidemics, sieges, and bombardments, plus a devastating earthquake. Come away with a new understanding of Charleston and the people and events that shaped it.

 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Embark on a guided walk through Charleston’s long and fascinating history
Stop at key historical sites, including picturesque churches and colonial homes
Get the local’s perspective from your 7th-generation Charlestonian tour guide
Relive the moments that altered Charleston’s history with detailed storytelling
Delve into a broad range of topics, from colonial roots to natural disasters

 

 

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