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Charleston Self Guided Walking Tour
- Duration1 hour – 1 hour 30 min
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
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!
What to expect
Gateway Walk
8 Archdale St, Charleston, South Carolina, 29401-1959, United States
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.
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.
Gibbes Museum of Art
135 Meeting St, Charleston, South Carolina, 29401-2217, United States
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.
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.
Rainbow Row
83-107 E Bay St # 107, Charleston, South Carolina, 29401, United States
See the iconic rainbow row and learn how it was created. This a great spot for pictures.
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?
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!
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
The tour starts at the gate of gateway walk just to the left of 163 King St, Charleston, SC 29401. There you will see a gate. Once you get there please open your walking tour app and press start tour. You'll be guided around the city.
End
The tour ends at the iconic Rainbow row where you'll hear about how it came to be and get a chance to get a photo of the famous buildings.
Redemption
Thank you for booking the Historic Downtown, King Street, Battery and Rainbow Row Walking Tour. This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text +1-617-991-3269. Your ticket is below. Quick overview: 1. Get the WalknTours app 2. Register 3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code poe0612 to unlock it Full ticket: HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR *Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code poe0612 *If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code poe0612 Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android. https://onelink.to/ffpuug Step 2: Register an Account or Login Step 3: Open the Tour Select Charleston Select the Historic Downtown, King Street, Battery and Rainbow Row Walking Tour and click it. Click "Enter Experience Code" Enter the Experience Code poe0612 Click apply The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime. To take the tour go Gateway Walk Entrance just to the left of 163 King St, Charleston, SC 29401. Have questions? Email us info@walkntours.com or text 617-991-3269.
What's included
Included
- Tour on our walking Tour app for one tour
- The tour never expires, go anytime.
- Go at your own pace and schedule, 24/7/365
Not included
- No food, admission, drinks or in person guide, this is all navigated by the walking tour app
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 15 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Child (8–17), Adult (18–100)
Languages
- Audio
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
Important booking information
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- America/New_York
- Product code
- 222222P93
What you'll be asked when booking
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
4.4/ 572 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (34) and Tripadvisor (38).
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