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Experience Charleston's Iconic Nathaniel Russell House

Uncover the architectural grandeur of the Nathaniel Russell House, a crown jewel of Charleston, South Carolina. Immerse yourself in a premier historical experience, exploring breathtaking Federal-style architecture and the legendary cantilevered staircase. Whether you are booking a guided walking tour or a cultural deep dive, our curated experiences offer an intimate look at Charleston's rich heritage. Discover why travelers rate this landmark exceptionally for its storytelling and beauty. Book your historic Charleston adventure today and witness one of the South's most stunning preserved estates.

4.94/5 avg ratingTours from $27.726 guided tour optionsFree cancellation included

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.94★ average

Based on 1,021 pooled reviews with ~99% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$37–$48 typical

Price range spans $28–$87

Tour Type

Tour Type

100% Walking Tours

Focused on historical and cultural themes

Tour Length

Tour Length

~2 hours

Typical duration is 2 to 2.2 hours

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

100% free cancellation

All options include instant confirmation and eco-friendly tagging

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Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture

Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture

2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.97 (557 reviews)
98.15%
1.85%
Great tourknowledgeableexcellent
Viator
$25
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Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture
Summary

Our walk is a journey through time starting in the historic French Quarter where we stroll down enchanting alleyways and cobblestone streets. The architecture of houses of worship and public buildings are discussed as we point out interesting features and tell unique stories about Charleston’s fable...

Inclusions
  • Tour guide
Itinerary
  • Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
  • Rainbow Row
  • Old Slave Mart Museum
  • French Huguenot Church
  • Dock Street Theater
  • Charleston City Hall
  • St. Michael's Church
  • Nathaniel Russell House
  • Edmondston-Alston 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, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Charleston Chicora 2 Hour History Walking Tour

Charleston Chicora 2 Hour History Walking Tour

2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (280 reviews)
99.47%
0.53%
Great touramazingknowledgeable
Viator
$40
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Charleston Chicora 2 Hour History Walking Tour
Summary

This is a 2 hour walk through 350 years of the history of the beautiful city of Charleston. We tell an accurate, interesting, sad, tragic, uplifting, dramatic, sometimes funny, tale.

Inclusions
  • Experienced guide
Itinerary
  • St. Philip's Anglican Church
  • French Huguenot Church
  • Dock Street Theater
  • Pink House Gallery
  • Old Slave Mart Museum
  • Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
  • Rainbow Row
  • Nathaniel Russell House
  • St. Michael's Church
  • Circular Congregational Church
  • The Powder Magazine
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.

The Badass Broads of Charleston Walking Tour

The Badass Broads of Charleston Walking Tour

2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.96 (202 reviews)
98.42%
1.58%
greatGreat tourenjoyed
Viator
$40
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The Badass Broads of Charleston Walking Tour
Summary

Every badass history has a badass...HERSTORY. Walk with us as we celebrate Charleston's. We have a very rich story and the women of Charleston have played an enormous role in it. This is the only tour in the city showcasing badass women.

Inclusions
  • A 2 hour guided walk with a licensed tour guide.
Itinerary
  • St. Philip's Anglican Church
  • Pink House Gallery
  • Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
  • Rainbow Row
  • Nathaniel Russell House
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.

Charleston Horse & Carriage Historic Sightseeing Tour

Charleston Horse & Carriage Historic Sightseeing Tour

1 hrFree cancellation
4.65 (528 reviews)
87.84%
12.16%
Great touramazinggreat tour guide
Viator
$45
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Charleston Horse & Carriage Historic Sightseeing Tour
Summary

Experience the beauty and history of downtown Charleston from underneath the awning of a horse drawn carriage. Listen to the rich stories told by your engaging guide as you are lead through a time of revolution and splendor. This relaxing 1-hour, fully narrated group tour leads you through the quain...

Inclusions
  • Opportunity to engage with the horses up close ahead of or after tour
  • See beautiful gardens and parks, stately mansions, and historic churches
  • Professional guide
  • 1-Hour Historic Horse & Carriage Ride of Charleston
  • Learn about the people and events that shaped the history of this "Holy City"
  • Photo opportunities with the horses
Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Charleston City Market
  • Battery & White Point Gardens
  • Rainbow Row
  • Nathaniel Russell House
  • St. Philip's Anglican Church
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please note: Routes are chosen prior to departure on the date of travel. This is determined by a City of Charleston Tourism official and is out of the control of the local operator., Please note: Tours depart approximately every 30 minutes starting at 9:30am on a first come first served basis, you will be assigned a specific departure time when you check in for your tour on the day of travel., Please note: The last tour will depart at 4pm during non-daylight savings time (Nov through March) and 5pm during daylight savings time (March through Nov).
Cancellation Policy

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

Private Walking Tour of Historic Charleston

Private Walking Tour of Historic Charleston

2.5 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.93 (41 reviews)
97.41%
2.59%
greatGreat tourknowledgeable
Viator
$100
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Private Walking Tour of Historic Charleston
Summary

Who better to guide you through the heart of Charleston than a native Charlestonian? Discover Charleston's heart and soul as you walk through the picturesque streets and quaint alleyways of Charleston’s Historic District. Guided by Timothy Trouche, an eighth-generation Charleston native and third ge...

Inclusions
  • Two-hour Walking Tour of Historic Charleston
  • Professional Native Charlestonian Tour Guide
  • Sites include: Rainbow Row, Historic homes, churches and beautiful gardens
Itinerary
  • St. Michael's Church
  • Rainbow Row
  • Nathaniel Russell House
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Not suitable for travelers with mobility issues
Cancellation Policy

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

Small-Group Tour: Charleston Old Walled City Historical Walking Tour

Small-Group Tour: Charleston Old Walled City Historical Walking Tour

2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.71 (291 reviews)
91.98%
8.02%
excellentGreat tourhistory
Viator
$29
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Small-Group Tour: Charleston Old Walled City Historical Walking Tour
Summary

You have found the best tour in Charleston! Our Small Group Tour takes 15 people max, allowing for questions and photo opps. This leisurely stroll through the city's oldest neighborhoods is a 2-hour guided experience. Follow your licensed guide as they delve into the history, legends, and culture of...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
Exclusions
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Circular Congregational Church
  • The Powder Magazine
  • St. Philip's Anglican Church
  • French Huguenot Church
  • Dock Street Theater
  • Old Slave Mart Museum
  • Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
  • St. Michael's Church
  • Rainbow Row
  • Fort Sumter National Monument
  • Nathaniel Russell 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, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy

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

Historic Charleston Walking & Storytelling Tour

Historic Charleston Walking & Storytelling Tour

2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.81 (26 reviews)
89.6%
10.4%
amazingknowledgeablecustomized tour
Viator
$36
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Historic Charleston Walking & Storytelling Tour
Summary

This tour is an exploration of Charleston that highlights the women and men who helped found Charleston and the United States. Did you know, without the pirates and patriots of Charleston, the United States may not exist today? We start our experience in front of the Old Exchange and Provost Dunge...

Inclusions
  • Museum entry fee for the Philip Simmons House at 30-1/2 Blake Street.
  • Entry fee for the Halsey Gallery of Contemporary Art at 161 Calhoun Street.
Itinerary
  • Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
  • Rainbow Row
  • Edmondston-Alston House
  • Battery & White Point Gardens
  • The Williams Mansion
  • Nathaniel Russell 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.

Charleston Architectural Walking Tour

Charleston Architectural Walking Tour

2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (8 reviews)
87.93%
12.07%
knowledgeableBest TourIncredible
Viator
$50
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Charleston Architectural Walking Tour
Summary

Explore the rich architectural heritage of Charleston on a two-hour walking tour that delves into the city's stunning preserved buildings. This informative journey showcases a variety of structures, including churches, civic buildings, and private residences, revealing the unique styles and construc...

Inclusions
  • All Fees and Taxes
Itinerary
  • St. Michael's Church
  • Battery & White Point Gardens
  • Nathaniel Russell House
  • French Huguenot Church
  • Battery & White Point Gardens
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, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Charleston: Nathaniel Russell House Entry Ticket

Charleston: Nathaniel Russell House Entry Ticket

5 (2 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$21
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Charleston: Nathaniel Russell House Entry Ticket
Summary

Discover one of Charleston’s finest historic homes. Admire elegant period rooms, formal gardens, and the house’s remarkable three-story staircase.

Private Walking and House Tour of Downtown Historic Charleston

Private Walking and House Tour of Downtown Historic Charleston

3.5 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (1 reviews)
Viator
$145
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Private Walking and House Tour of Downtown Historic Charleston
Summary

Explore Charleston's rich history during a private walking tour that brings the city's past to life. Starting from its founding in 1670, this 3 hour and 30 minutes journey covers the Colonial era, the American Revolution, and the impactful stories of the Gullah Geechee people. Marvel at the architec...

Inclusions
  • Certified Local Guide
Itinerary
  • Rainbow Row
  • St. Michael's Church
  • Nathaniel Russell House
  • Battery & White Point Gardens
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
Cancellation Policy

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

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Heyward-Washington House

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

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Rainbow Row
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Rainbow Row

350 m away • from $6

Edmondston-Alston House
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Edmondston-Alston House

400 m away • from $13

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Visitors can expect highly immersive experiences, as the options we compare carry an average rating of 4.79★ based on 1,873 pooled reviews. Reviewers frequently describe the tours as wonderful and extremely knowledgeable, often highlighting the depth of history provided by the guides.

Prices vary depending on the specific experience, but most options fall within the $28–$44 range. Across the booking platforms we compare, you will find a typical price spread from about $16 to $77.

Yes, though they are less common than group options. Among the 10 tours we compare, 20% are private tours, which may be ideal for families or small groups seeking a more personalized experience.

Most scheduled activities have a duration of about 2 to 3 hours, with the specific length ranging from roughly 1.9 to 3.2 hours depending on the itinerary you choose.

Flexibility is a major benefit here. 100% of the options we compare offer free cancellation, providing peace of mind for your Charleston itinerary.

Sustainability is a strong feature of the local offerings. 90% of the tours listed across booking platforms are tagged as eco-friendly.

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