Charleston: Historic City Tour and Southern Mansion Combo

Charleston: Historic City Tour and Southern Mansion Combo

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Charleston: Historic City Tour and Southern Mansion Combo

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See historic Charleston’s many points of interest and tour the interior of a fully restored southern mansion on this exciting combo tour

Take a journey through Charleston’s 300 years of living history with our licensed tour guides. Experience the Old Market area and the historic homes and churches where generations of Charlestonians worked, lived, and worshiped

24 hours Fully refundable when canceled up to 24 hours in advance
1.5 hours Duration of experience
Tour Guide / Driver Type of tour leader

Experience

  • Step into the charm of Charleston’s beautifully preserved historic homes
  • Take in breathtaking waterfront views along the iconic Battery Seawall
  • Explore Charleston’s historic churches, rich with stories and heritage
  • Stroll through the lively and colorful Old Market Area
  • Stand at the famous Four Corners of Law, where history and justice meet
  • Admire the pastel beauty of Rainbow Row, a true Charleston icon
  • Step inside the restored Joseph Manigault House and experience life in historic Charleston

  • 90-minute guided tour of historic Charleston
  • Licensed professional guide
  • City tour in a climate-controlled coach
  • Admission and guided visit to a fully restored historic home

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

  • Please confirm date and times before submitting reservation.
  • Please note that booking times are exact and not an arrival window
  • Changes may be made on a space available basis
  • Departs from the Visitors Center at 375 Meeting Street
  • Must cancel scheduled tour 24 hours prior to tour departure time in order to receive a full refund
  • Please note the City of Charleston does not allow Hop on Hop off services
  • House & buses are not handicap-accessible.
  • Please note there are no restrooms available on the house tour.
  • We are committed to responsible tourism and traveler safety.
  • No concealed weapons allowed on any bus or van

Step back in time and explore over 300 years of Charleston’s rich history on this guided city tour led by a licensed expert. Travel through the charming Old Market area and pass historic homes, churches, and landmarks that tell the story of generations who lived, worked, and worshiped in this iconic Southern city. As you ride in a comfortable, climate-controlled mini-coach, your guide will share engaging stories that bring Charleston’s past to life.



Enjoy a scenic stop at the famous Battery Sea

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Highlights
  • Step into the charm of Charleston’s beautifully preserved historic homes
  • Take in breathtaking waterfront views along the iconic Battery Seawall
  • Explore Charleston’s historic churches, rich with stories and heritage
  • Stroll through the lively and colorful Old Market Area
  • Stand at the famous Four Corners of Law, where history and justice meet
  • Admire the pastel beauty of Rainbow Row, a true Charleston icon
  • Step inside the restored Joseph Manigault House and experience life in historic Charleston
Includes
  • 90-minute guided tour of historic Charleston
  • Licensed professional guide
  • City tour in a climate-controlled coach
  • Admission and guided visit to a fully restored historic home
Excludes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
Essential Information
  • Please confirm date and times before submitting reservation.
  • Please note that booking times are exact and not an arrival window
  • Changes may be made on a space available basis
  • Departs from the Visitors Center at 375 Meeting Street
  • Must cancel scheduled tour 24 hours prior to tour departure time in order to receive a full refund
  • Please note the City of Charleston does not allow Hop on Hop off services
  • House & buses are not handicap-accessible.
  • Please note there are no restrooms available on the house tour.
  • We are committed to responsible tourism and traveler safety.
  • No concealed weapons allowed on any bus or van
Itinerary

Step back in time and explore over 300 years of Charleston’s rich history on this guided city tour led by a licensed expert. Travel through the charming Old Market area and pass historic homes, churches, and landmarks that tell the story of generations who lived, worked, and worshiped in this iconic Southern city. As you ride in a comfortable, climate-controlled mini-coach, your guide will share engaging stories that bring Charleston’s past to life.



Enjoy a scenic stop at the famous Battery Sea

... See more
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Customer Reviews

4.5
based on 11 verified reviews
Apr 19 2026
We enjoyed the tour and our guide was very knowledgeable about the Charleston area. Would definitely recommend this to anyone visiting the area.
a Gray Line customer
Oct 31 2025
We have used gray line tours in many cities and found it the best way to see the city in historic sites narrated by excellent staff members. I have recommended gray line tours to many of my friends, and they also enjoyed it.
Thomas Louwers
Jul 26 2020
Tour was 90 minutes for $30 per person. Well worth the cost and experience
Mr Robert Dodge
Jul 19 2019
excellent pictures with good back ground
Mr Edward Villeponteaux
May 13 2019
The tour guide wAs very, very informative.
Mrs Patty Schuh
Oct 12 2018
Enjoyed the tour. Probably recommended only for adults.
a Gray Line customer

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