Charleston: A Walk Through Charleston History
Overview
2 hours
Mobile ticket
There are only a handful of tour guides that are native to the area. I am one of them. My family has been in the Carolinas since 1735 and came to the Charleston area in 1786 to preach abolition of slavery. This city is my home and I love to welcome people into it. I love the history, culture and people, both alive and long gone, that make up an American story, the story of Charleston. I am part of the community and walking the streets with me is like being on a walk around the neighbourhood. I know the history like the back of my hand and thankfully, over the years, have gotten to know the residents that live in the areas we walk through. Join me. I am not part of some big tour company. I am a sole proprietor. When you book with Peninsula Walking, you get me.
Join me to see famous landmarks, like Rainbow Row, the Battery, Ft. Sumter, stately mansions and beautiful gardens.
Tours run at 10:00 am daily.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Battery & White Point Gardens
From here we see where the American Civil War started and stately mansions lining the waterfront.
Rainbow Row
The most famous landmark in the city is Rainbow Row. Learn how this area went from a slum to one of the most desirable locations to live in Charleston
What‘s Included
Local Guide
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Charleston: A Walk Through Charleston History
Reviews
65 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Evans and the Charleston history tour was the BEST
P4831UEbarbaral,Oct 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I take lots of walking tours and this was the best. Evans was so knowledgeable and compassionate about Charleston. He made history come alive. I will look forward to doing this same tour again with him and any other he offers. Thank you for an amazing afternoon.
Walking Charleston tour
Arlene K,Aug 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Dennis was our guide and he was amazing with his story telling and knowledge of the city. Walking through Charleston was wonderful to feel, hear and see the history of this majestic historic city. The tour was what the group wanted and he delivered!
Trip through History
H M,Jul 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Even though it was very hot, we enjoyed it all. Our guide was wonderful, full of knowledge and so passionate that we had the impression of being reliving history. It has been our great pleasure to feel his passion for this city.
Two hours flew by
F3015MSjillc,May 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Al led our tour and we loved it--a mix of big history and small details. It felt like a nice walk downtown chatting with a very friendly, knowledgeable local. I'd recommend to anyone and will take another of his tours next time I'm in Charleston.
Great Tour!!
Tom R,Feb 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Evans, was funny, knowledgeable and full of information both popular and unsung about Charleston that made the tour so enjoyable. His horticultural expertise added to the experience. We highly recommend this tour.
Outstanding
Leah1101,Nov 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved the tour and Evans knowledge. We appreciated the depth of African American history he shared. Definitely recommended.
Absolutely the best tour!
MaryC H,Nov 12, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Stop! Look no further! Evans is who you want to walk you through Charleston. His love for the city and his extraordinary knowledge make his tour an exceptional experience. Evans is the perfect host for an enchanting city.
Excellent guide, very knowledgeable and interesting. We followed this with a Fort Sumter tour and I learned a lot of Cha
THOMAS D,Nov 5, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00I enjoyed hearing fascinating stories of various homes and places, plants, etc. from a native Charlestonian, Evans.
Informative and Fun tour!
lolamrk,Oct 26, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Evans was extremely knowledgable and the afternoon was a great time. We learned so much about the culture, history, architecture and even the horticulture of the area!! Highly recommend.
SEASONED HISTORIAN!
Jude C,Oct 26, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Evans is a delightful, history-filled expert who has the stories you want to hear! Born and bred here, his family rea hes back to its origins. Don's miss it! Plenty of breaks, too!
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