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Experience Charleston through the eyes of a local private guide! Browse our tour 'suggestions' - each can be customized just for you.

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Charleston Private Tours

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Charleston, South Carolina is the southern belle of the Eastern Seaboard. That "southern charm" you've heard about? You'll find it here in spades. Take a private Charleston tour and experience all the romance and history of the South with a friendly local guide.

You may want to get a quick history lesson at the Charleston Museum. Founded in 1773, the museum claims to be the oldest in the United States, and is itself a piece of the city's history. Learn about antebellum life at Aiken-Rhett House, the only surviving Urban Plantation. At White Point Park, you can wander among the city's shady gardens and 19th century mansions; you'll want to keep your camera handy as you stroll along Rainbow Row, famous for its candy-coloured houses. Stop for lunch and experience fantastic "low country" cooking.

Whether you're an epicure, a historian or an adventurer, your guide is happy to design a private Charleston tour that reflects your unique interests in this fascinating American city.
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Charleston Youth and Family Tours

Charleston tours Youth and Family Private Tours Charleston Shore Excursion - Half Day
Historic Charleston Tour and Meal with pirate and parrot!
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Charleston tours Youth and Family Private Tours Charleston History Photo Tours
It's amazing where your feet will take you!
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Charleston City Tours

Charleston tours City Private Tours Charleston Shore Excursion
Discover the secrets of Charleston with a knowledgeable local guide.
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Charleston tours City Private Tours Charleston 101
Let a 4th-generation Charlestonian walk you through the city's history, architecture and culture!
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Charleston tours City Private Tours Historic Charleston Walking Tour Plus Antebellum Mansion
Over 300 Years of History, People and Architecture!
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Charleston Cultural Tours

Charleston tours Cultural Private Tours Charleston Ghost Tour
Discover why Charleston is known as one of America's most haunted cities.
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Charleston tours Cultural Private Tours Charleston History Photo Tours
It's amazing where your feet will take you!
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Charleston tours Cultural Private Tours Charleston Shore Excursion Photo Tour
Discover the secrets of Charleston with a knowledgeable local guide.
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Charleston Hiking & Walking Tours

Charleston tours Hiking & Walking Private Tours Charleston 101
Let a 4th-generation Charlestonian walk you through the city's history, architecture and culture!
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Charleston Shore Excursion Tours

Charleston tours Shore Excursion Private Tours Charleston Shore Excursion - Half Day
Historic Charleston Tour and Meal with pirate and parrot!
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Charleston tours Shore Excursion Private Tours Charleston Historic District
This generally includes some riding and strolling depending on weather and special requests. Tour includes St. Michael's Church,...
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Charleston tours Shore Excursion Private Tours Charleston Shore Excursion Photo Tour
Discover the secrets of Charleston with a knowledgeable local guide.
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Other Charleston Tours

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Two day Private guided charter tour
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Tour in Charleston, United States:
"The tour was really great - we saw many historically significant sites of Charleston. Eric was an excellent guide - kno,..." [more]
Sharon Robertson - Sep, 2011   [view guide page]
Tour in Charleston, United States:
"Linda is at least a 3rd generation Charlestonian, and knows her city inside out. She is charming and entertaining, and ,..." [more]
Carol Shaw - Oct, 2011   [view tour]
Tour in Charleston, United States:
"Linda was ill that day but she did find a substitute. Can't remember his name but he was great. Took us to all of the p,..." [more]
Dorothy Hoemann - Aug, 2011   [view tour]
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