
3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House
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Is 3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House worth booking?
3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House is a 3-hour experience in Charleston, United States, from $50 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $50 per person
History comes alive on this combo tour. The tapestry of the city history is presented in a passionate, well rounded way. We believe history is history, the good, the bad and the ugly of it. After this tour, you will neve
What you get
About this experience
History comes alive on this combo tour. The tapestry of the city history is presented in a passionate, well rounded way. We believe history is history, the good, the bad and the ugly of it. After this tour, you will never think of Charleston the same way again. When you are done touring the house, you will stroll, at your leisure, through the oak canopied Wragg Mall on your short walk back to the Charleston Visitors Center. The tour is expected to last approximately 3 hours in total.
What's included
Included
- City bus tour
- Self paced audio tour
What you'll see and do
Charleston
Wander through the city on this bus tour for 1 and a half hour.
Pass by without stopping
This preserved home, built in 1820, invites you to walk through a veil of time to explore Charleston in her antebellum days. The house, grounds and dependencies are all included in this tour. One of the more poignant parts of the tour is walking up the well worn steps from the kitchen to the slave quarters. Here, their story seems to come alive.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Charleston
The bus awaits at the visitor's center.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The bus awaits at the visitor's center.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Charms Of Charleston Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for 3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very interesting tour indeed!
We had a wonderful tour with Kim. She was extremely knowledgeable, informative and entertaining in her delivery of information. We all thoroughly enjoyed the bus tour and the self guided tour of the Aiken-Rhett house as well. We especially enjoyed appreciated the headphones and device guiding us through the premises with all the pertinent information. The tour was well worth it!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Charleston.
How much does 3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Charleston usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Charleston is not rushed.
Is 3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Charleston, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Charleston can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Charleston and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 3 Hour Bus Tour and Self Paced Audio Tour of Aiken Rhett House start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Charleston within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Charleston?
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Charleston's best experiences are small: house museum tours with an architectural historian, Gullah heritage walks, harbour sails at sunset and Lowcountry food crawls through the market district. Plantation day trips vary enormously in how honestly they handle the history, and our ranking factors that in directly. On Outty we rank every Charleston experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour, Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel, Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Charleston?
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March to May and September to November, the two mild shoulder windows. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Charleston?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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