Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail in Charleston
Charleston, United States

Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail

Outty Ranking 614.4 / 5 · 720 reviews0.8 hoursFrom $46

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Join us for a memorable tour of the ground level of the Old City Jail, which housed some of Charleston’s most infamous criminals, 19th-century pirates, and Civil War prisoners. Located on Magazine Street downtown, the Ol

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    About this experience

    Join us for a memorable tour of the ground level of the Old City Jail, which housed some of Charleston’s most infamous criminals, 19th-century pirates, and Civil War prisoners. Located on Magazine Street downtown, the Old City Jail operated from 1802 until 1939, and has recently undergone renovation, leaving the first floor in keeping with its original design (with the welcomed addition of air conditioning). Bulldog Tours, exclusively, guides guests through the cells, hallways and places where Charleston’s earliest criminals lived. Get a glimpse of how the incarcerated were mistreated with primitive forms of torture while living in miserable conditions. Hear stories like the legend of Lavinia Fisher, the jail’s most famous inmate and first female serial killer. Since Bulldog's first tour of this storied place in 2004, guests have returned again and again to make their own discoveries about what has transpired in this historic site. **Children under the age of 10 are not permitted.**

    Good to know

    Duration
    0.8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Booked in 30 days
    252
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 61

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveller sentiment (34% weight)70
    Review evidence (22% weight)66
    Booking momentum (18% weight)76
    Value for money (14% weight)24
    Booking flexibility (12% weight)50

    Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail: questions travellers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Charleston.

    How much does Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail cost?

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    Prices start at $46 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travellers, 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 Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail take?

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    Plan for about 0.8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travellers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Charleston is not rushed.

    Is Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveller sentiment (4.4/5 across 720 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 Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail?

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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 Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail?

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    Around 252 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 travellers 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 0.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail 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, Highlights of Charleston Guided Walking Tour, Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour. 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 neighbourhood, 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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