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Highlights of Charleston Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Highlights of Charleston Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Highlights of Charleston Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Highlights of Charleston Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Highlights of Charleston Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Charleston Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

By Adventures with Action
3.8 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is €14 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Get a taste of the authentic antebellum American south with this self-guided walking tour of Charleston, SC. Explore historic districts packed with lovely shops and beautiful architecture as you learn about the city’s founding, its growth into a major metropolis, and how the Revolutionary War and Civil War changed it forever. This tour offers a comprehensive view of this fascinating city and its past.

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

Activity location

  • Circular Congregational Church
    • 150 Meeting St
    • 29401-2218, Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 152 Market St
    • 152 Market Street
    • 29401, Charleston, South Carolina, United States

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Charleston Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • Opening hours: Thu 09:00-18:00
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€13.83 x 1 Adult€13.83
Total
Price is €13.83
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEasy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
  • What's includedWhat's includedEngaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
  • What's includedWhat's includedPerfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tonnes of rave reviews!
  • What's includedWhat's includedOffline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
  • What's includedWhat's includedComprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
  • What's includedWhat's includedGo at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
  • What's includedWhat's includedLearn more: dive deeper into any storey you enjoyed with extra stories.
  • What's includedWhat's includedHands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAttraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
  • How to start the tour: Once on-site, open the Action's Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Amazing savings: Walking Tours: While each person typically needs their tour, couples or small groups can share one using split headphones.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. There's no expiration, making it perfect for revisiting on future trips. • Start and pause the tour at your leisure, accommodating breaks and side excursions without the pressure of keeping up with a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: • The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalised stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilise the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app's features, users can enjoy a personalised, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Circular Congregational Church
  • 5m
The church was established in 1681, making it one of the oldest continuously worshiping congregations in the South. Originally known as the White Meeting House, it was built as a meeting place for Dissenters who did not conform to the Church of England. The current circular building was constructed in 1891 after the original building was destroyed by fire. NOTE: This 2+mile-long tour covers the essentials of Charleston in 1-2 hours.
Hibernian Hall
  • 5m
Hibernian Hall was constructed in 1840 and served as the meeting place for the Hibernian Society of Charleston. The Hibernian Society was established in 1801 by Irish immigrants and their descendants to provide aid, support, and cultural activities within the Irish community in Charleston.
South Carolina Historical Society Museum
  • 5m
The South Carolina Historical Society (SCHS) was founded in 1855 and is one of the oldest historical societies in the United States. Its mission is to collect, preserve, and promote the history of South Carolina and its people. The SCHS Museum serves as the primary public face of the organisation, showcasing the society's extensive collection and offering educational programmes to visitors.
Four Corners of Law
  • 5m
The Four Corners of Law is a term used to describe the crossroads of Broad and Meeting Streets in city centre Charleston. It refers to four significant buildings, each representing a different aspect of law and government. The name highlights the diverse legal and governmental institutions that converge at this crossroads.
South Carolina Society Hall
  • 10m
The South Carolina Society Hall, also known as the South Carolina Society for the Preservation of Spirituals, is an architectural gem that was constructed in 1803. The building was originally commissioned by the South Carolina Society, a social and charitable organisation founded in 1737. The society played a significant role in Charleston's political, social, and cultural life.
John Robert Pringle House
  • 10m
I know what you’re thinking! But no, Pringle has no connection to the popular snack. But his storey is a great example of life for a European colonist in early Charleston.
Patrick O'Donnell House
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
The ornate home two houses down from the Miles Brewton House is the Patrick O’Donnell House. Rumour has it that O’Donnell wanted this house to be perfect for his fiancee. So perfect, in fact, that it took 12 years to build this house.
White Point Garden
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
White Point Garden has a rich history dating back to the early days of Charleston. Originally known as Oyster Point, the park was a public gathering place as early as the 18th century. It has served as a defensive position during times of war and has witnessed significant events in Charleston's history.
Confederate Defenders of Charleston
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
Charleston was a strategically significant city during the Civil War due to its deepwater port and its role as a major centre for the production and export of cotton. Controlling Charleston was vital for both the Confederate and Union forces.
William Moultrie Monument
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
The monument is dedicated to the memory of General William Moultrie, a prominent figure in the American Revolutionary War. Moultrie was the commander of the fort on Sullivan's Island, now known as Fort Moultrie, during the pivotal Battle of Sullivan's Island in 1776.
The Palmer Home
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Palmer Home was built in 1825 for Thomas Bennett Jr., who served as the Governor of South Carolina from 1820 to 1822. The house is named after John Ravenel Palmer, who purchased it in 1861. The Palmer family owned the property for several decades.
Edmondston-Alston House
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Edmondston-Alston House was built in 1825 and has a rich history tied to the Charleston area. The house has seen many notable residents and visitors throughout its existence.
Longitude Lane
  • 10m
This alleyway is known as Longitude Lane, one of Charleston’s most picturesque attractions. Remember that fake cannon in White Point Garden? This is the lane where the real cannon was taken from!
Rainbow Row
  • 10m
The houses on Rainbow Row have a rich history. They were originally built as mercantile stores and residences for merchants and traders. Over the years, the buildings have been restored and preserved, contributing to Charleston's architectural and cultural heritage.
Slave Auction Site Memorial
  • 10m
This memorial marks the land where many slave auctions occurred in the late 1700s and early 1800s. It’s a stark reminder of what was actually at stake during the Civil War.
Pineapple Fountain
  • 10m
See that fountain shaped like a pineapple? It was built in 1990, but references a neat bit of Charleston history.
Old Slave Mart Museum
  • 10m
On your right is the Old Slave Mart Museum. It’s similar to the Old Exchange that we saw earlier, but with some notable differences.
Dock Street Theater
  • 10m
This building began as a theatre in 1736, and reopened once more as a theatre in 1937. But what about the years in between?
St. Philip's Church
  • 10m
You may notice that this church juts out onto Church Street. In fact, the whole street bends a little all along the church, then straightens out again. What went on there?
Charleston City Market
  • 10m
It’s been here since 1804, and houses arts and crafts from locals, Gullah sweetgrass baskets, and tonnes of delicious food.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESCircular Congregational Church
    • 150 Meeting St
    • 29401-2218, Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE152 Market St
    • 152 Market Street
    • 29401, Charleston, South Carolina, United States

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