David W.United Kingdom
You will be really fortunate to have Al as your Charleston guide. He is so knowledgeable, friendly and has huge experience of Charleston which he shared so generously. He also knows the quirky stuff too. Book him !
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Charleston Old Walled City Half Day Walking Tour
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4 hours
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Al R.
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Welcome to Charleston! Charleston is a city of ancient memory and traditions. As a small child I devoured the tales of my ancestors related to me by my elders. I have always felt that this is not my first life in the City by the Sea. I have been a Certified Charleston Tour Guide since 1981, starting out as a stable hand and then a carriage driver. Later I moved on to bus tours. Today I do walking tours and private passenger driving tours of my lovely old home town My talent lies in creating a story line that is both entertaining and educational. Having spent numerous years in Health Care outreach, I attended many seminars that taught me strategies that convey information in a manner that is compelling , interesting and relatable. After all , you dont come for a college lecture, you come for the fun! I am a student of history, not just Charleston history, but national and international history as well. Charleston history did not happen in a bubble; I expose it in relation to the events that created it. My goal is that when we part ways, that you will have a better context on the city and that you will share my love of Charleston, SC , "America's Most Historic City"! Licensed Charleston Tour Guide 1981 - current Vice President , Charleston Tour Association 2009 -2011 President, Charleston Tour Association 2011-2015 No restrictions
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Stroll Charlestons most beautiful and historic neighborhoods with me!
Overview of your Charleston tour
Stroll Charleston's grand boulevards and quaint back alleys and imagine Charleston's intriguing and romantic past. Walk in the footsteps of patriots and pirates while viewing pre and post-colonial homes, churches, public buildings, and serene gardens. Along the way, l will weave a tale for you of incredible glory and tragic devastation. Hear the story of a people who landed in the wilderness and built an empire that was the wealthiest in British North America. A land of opportunity open to all religions and nationalities, (except Catholics!), it emerges as the great American experiment - the original melting pot community! Great prosperity included all nationalities, such that the Comte de Brahms, visiting in 1740, describes the community as an elegant English metropolis in America, and a model of religious tolerance for the world. My hope is that when we finish our time together that you will share my love for Charleston, America's Most Historic City!
Recent Reviews
Julie M.United States
Al gave us such a great thorough tour of the city. I got to see all the beautiful historic homes and Al had all the knowledge of someone who grew up in Charleston.
Kendle H.United States
Amazing guide! Great day, I'm sorry I didn't rate sooner, I did not see how to do this. Loved the walking tour, the fun facts and the energy! We learned so much!!
Kathleen M.United States
We had a wonderful tour with Al and highly recommend him! Al's passion for Charleston's history is amazing and there was not one question that he could not answer for us (and some were obscure). What also made the tour even more interesting is Al's sense of humor and his picture book of the "old days" of what Charleston looked like before some of the changes enabling us to better understand the difference of the old and the new - brilliant! Looking forward to our next tour with Al - The Ghost tour!
Your Charleston tour itinerary
Sights along the way include: - The Battery, Charleston's historic waterfront - Rainbow Row - Four Corners of Law - St Phillips Church (1838) - Charleston City Market (1807) - The Old Citadel (1842) - The College of Charleston campus (1773) - The Pink House (1686) - The Dock Street Theater (1937) - The Huguenot Church (1845) - The Powder Magazine (1713) The itinerary changes depending on point of origin and endpoint.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation
Walking Tour
What's included
Other
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
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Tour categories
Off The Beaten Path
History
Tour reference number
548919
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Charleston best suited for?
This private tour in Charleston is perfect for those who want to explore the city's most beautiful and historic neighbourhoods on foot. It's ideal for history enthusiasts, families, and anyone interested in learning about Charleston's intriguing past. The tour is also suitable for kids and travellers with mobility concerns, as it is wheelchair accessible and involves minimal walking.
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4 hours
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