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Explore Charleston's Iconic Heyward-Washington House

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Charleston with a captivating visit to the Heyward-Washington House. As a cornerstone of South Carolina history, this historic landmark offers immersive guided walking tours that bring the past to life. Discover the elegance of antebellum architecture and uncover fascinating stories of American revolution and local culture. Perfect for history buffs and curious travelers, our highly-rated tours provide an authentic glimpse into Charleston's storied past. Book your unforgettable cultural experience today and walk through the halls of legends!

4.97/5 avg ratingTours from $30.751,918+ reviewsGuided walking tours

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.97★ average

Based on 1,918 pooled reviews with ~97% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$34–$39 typical

Typical price spread is $31–$40

Tour Length

Tour Length

2–2.7 hours typical

Median duration is 2 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Historical & Cultural

100% of options are walking, group, and guided tours

Booking Info

Booking Info

Free cancellation

100% of tours offer free cancellation and instant confirmation

Pro Tip

Pro Tip

Book ahead

25% of tours are flagged likely to sell out

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Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel

Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.99 (1,510 reviews)
98.28%
1.72%
Great tourknowledgeableinformative
Viator
$40
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Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel
Summary

Unlike many tour companies in town that allow up to 20 people in each group, my Charleston tour is guaranteed to have no more than 12. The most unique aspect of my tour is the high level of historical professionalism that I deliver to my guests. Earning a Ph.D. in history meant spending thousands of...

Inclusions
  • All Fees and Taxes
Itinerary
  • Dock Street Theater
  • Pink House Gallery
  • Washington Square
  • Charleston City Hall
  • Charleston County Courthouse
  • St. Michael's Church
  • Heyward-Washington House
  • Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
  • French Huguenot Church
  • Fort Sumter National Monument
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.88 (455 reviews)
94.57%
5.43%
Great tourhistorically accurateExcellent
Viator
$40
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Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour
Summary

Listen to the lost stories of black Charleston on this 2-hour walking tour. Hear forgotten folktales and learn about the heroes and heroines who were left out of the history books. Gain more understanding about Charleston's role in the nation's history on this enthralling walking tour.

Inclusions
  • Experience Mother Emanuel A.M. E. Church stories that have faded from memory over the centuries.
  • Tours narrated by writer, historian, educator, and licensed tour guide, Damon Fordham
  • Walk by historical Charleston sites such as Old Slave Mart Museum and the Heyward-Washington House
  • 2-hour Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour
Itinerary
  • Tour Charleston
  • Charleston City Market
  • Heyward-Washington House
  • Old Slave Mart Museum
  • Charleston Waterfront Park
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Charleston Women and Wine Tour

Charleston Women and Wine Tour

2 hrsFree cancellation
5 (49 reviews)
98.22%
1.78%
wonderfulfunknowledgeable
Viator
$34
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Charleston Women and Wine Tour
Summary

The Women and Wine is a combined history and bar tour that will include two bar stops and historic sites in between. Designed by two locals Gia and Capt. Bryan the focus of this experience is on women who changed the scene politically, socially, and economically in this city of firsts. Feel free to ...

Inclusions
  • Licensed Tour Guide
Itinerary
  • St. Philip's Church
  • St. Michael's Church
  • Heyward-Washington House
  • Gibbes Museum of Art
  • Dock Street Theater
  • French Huguenot Church
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, While we are inclusive of all guests, Guests with walking difficulties may have difficulty. Walkways in the historic district are often cracked. This tour is 1.5 miles
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Walking Tour Culture and History of Charleston

Private Walking Tour Culture and History of Charleston

2 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (12 reviews)
100%
0%
amazingENTERTAININGExtremely knowledgeable
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$35
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Private Walking Tour Culture and History of Charleston
Summary

Your licensed tour guide is a 7th-generation Charlestonian resident with a lineage that extends back to the colonial era. A relator who brings extensive knowledge of the people, customs, and history of this one-of-a-kind American City. Learn about the details of all the fascinating buildings, parks,...

Inclusions
  • Golf cart
Itinerary
  • Unitarian Church in Charleston
  • Battery & White Point Gardens
  • Dock Street Theater
  • Heyward-Washington House
  • Charleston
  • Marion Square
  • St. Philip's Anglican Church
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Charleston Perspective Walking Tour

Charleston Perspective Walking Tour

2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (6 reviews)
100%
0%
Fantastic tourlearned so much
Viator
$30
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Charleston Perspective Walking Tour
Summary

Discover the history, architecture and culture of Charleston with a local guide. We will cover 350 years of history in a 2 hour stroll through the cobblestone streets and alleys of the old walled city district. You will see many historic attractions along the way as we discuss the history from the f...

Inclusions
  • Guided Walking Tour
Itinerary
  • U.S. Custom House
  • Philadelphia Alley
  • St. Philip's Anglican Church
  • French Huguenot Church
  • Old Slave Mart Museum
  • Rainbow Row
  • Heyward-Washington House
Good to know
  • 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
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

300 Years of War and Peacetime in Charleston: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

300 Years of War and Peacetime in Charleston: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

2 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4 (4 reviews)
54.55%
45.45%
Viator
$15
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300 Years of War and Peacetime in Charleston: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Summary

Explore Charleston’s French Quarter and more at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Uncover the city’s connection to the slave trade, the Revolutionary and the Civil War and why George Washington stayed here for three days straight during his tour of the South • Hear from producer Ph...

Inclusions
  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Exclusions
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
Itinerary
  • Charleston City Market
  • Pineapple Fountain
  • Old Slave Mart Museum
  • Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
  • Rainbow Row
  • Heyward-Washington House
  • St. Philip's Anglican Church
  • The Powder Magazine
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Charleston History and Horticultural Tours

Charleston History and Horticultural Tours

2 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
Viator
$30
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Charleston History and Horticultural Tours
Summary

My tour is about the people that settled in Charleston and why they chose this city. By the time the Revolutionary war started Charleston was the wealthiest city in America and our homes and gardens reflected this. Status was associated with your house and also your garden. Because of this, Charlest...

Itinerary
  • Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
  • Rainbow Row
  • Edmondston-Alston House
  • Battery & White Point Gardens
  • Heyward-Washington House
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, We will not be going inside any building and the travel time is already included in the total duration of the two-hour walking tour.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Discover Charleston's History Tour

Discover Charleston's History Tour

1.5 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
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$35
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Discover Charleston's History Tour
Summary

Discover the history and secrets of America's most historic city. Stories from the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, Pirate history of Charleston as well as some haunted areas as well.

Itinerary
  • Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
  • Rainbow Row
  • Battery & White Point Gardens
  • Heyward-Washington House
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pairs well with

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Rainbow Row
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Rainbow Row

200 m away • from $6

St. Michael's Church
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St. Michael's Church

200 m away • from $6

Nathaniel Russell House
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Nathaniel Russell House

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Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
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Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon

250 m away • from $6.75

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Among the options we compare, roughly half (50%) are private tours. This is a notable feature for this landmark, offering a higher proportion of personalized experiences compared to many other sites.

The price for tours typically falls within a $20–$40 range. Most of the options we compare are priced between $30–$36.

The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.76★ based on 1,983 pooled reviews across booking platforms. Travelers frequently describe the guides as very knowledgeable and the experiences as excellent or simply amazing.

You should plan for a duration of about 2 hours. Most tours we find listed last between 1.9–2.3 hours.

Yes, flexibility is widely available. 100% of the options we compare offer free cancellation, which makes it easier to plan your visit to Charleston without immediate commitment.

Yes, a significant portion of the listings, specifically 62% of the options we compare, are tagged eco-friendly.

While many options offer instant confirmation, about 12% of the tours we compare are flagged as likely to sell out. It is worth booking ahead to ensure you secure your preferred time slot.

Walking is best for historic districts. Use rideshare apps for longer trips, as parking is very limited and expensive near the waterfront.

Book popular restaurants weeks in advance. Many top spots use Resy or OpenTable, so check availability early to avoid long waits.

Yes, a car is helpful for visiting plantations or Sullivan's Island. Stick to walking or shuttles if you only stay in the peninsula.

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