
Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour
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4.4/5
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Is Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour worth booking?
Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Charleston, United States, from $41 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 210 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (210)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $41 per person
THIS IS NOT A GHOST TOUR. 18+ ONLY. With the children safely tucked into bed, this 18+ R-rated tour explores our city’s deepest and darkest secrets in a way you won’t get anywhere else in town. From brothels to pirates,
What you get
About this experience
THIS IS NOT A GHOST TOUR. 18+ ONLY. With the children safely tucked into bed, this 18+ R-rated tour explores our city’s deepest and darkest secrets in a way you won’t get anywhere else in town. From brothels to pirates, to corruption, crime and sordid affairs - we leave behind the pastel-colored homes and sunshine to share the seedy and scandalous stories you were never meant to hear… This guided walking tour is 90-minutes long and for adult audiences only! ID required.
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- UNCENSORED adults only Walking History Tour - No Ghost Stories Are Told on This Tour!
Not included
- Gratuities
- Transportation
What you'll see and do
Bulldog Tours
Bulldog Tours headquarters
10 minutes here · Admission included
Tour passes through the well-known French Quarter District of Charleston.
10 minutes here
Pass through the famous Meeting Street.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Charleston
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bulldog Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- THIS IS NOT A GHOST TOUR
- Minimum age is 18 years, this is an uncensored tour. Profanity may be used
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure time
- Operates in all weather conditions, dress appropriately
- The pace of our walking tour is leisurely
- Requires minimum of 4 participants to run
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 210 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
210 verified traveler reviews for Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Go Bruce
We had the pleasure of doing the Dark Side of Charleston tour with Bruce, and it was such a great experience! Not only was he *incredibly* knowledgeable about Charleston’s history, but you could tell he genuinely loves continuing to learn more about it himself, which made the tour even more fun! On top of that, he was hilarious and kept the whole group entertained the entire time. We did the 10 PM tour to be specific, which i feel only added to the dark lore. I would highly recommend booking a tour with Bruce if you’re considering it!
Response from the operator: Thanks for the awesome recommendation and kind words about Bruce!
via Viator
The tour was a lot of fun.
The tour was a lot of fun and we learned more about the history of Charleston... some things we wouldn't have learned on more traditional tours. David did a great job and we could hear him well through out the tour even without headsets. He is very knowledgeable on the history of Charleston. There were a couple of times on the tour when I had some trouble keeping track of who was who during his stories, but most of the time it was clear.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience, Paul! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your tour with Dave.
via Tripadvisor
Learn about the underbelly of the history of Charleston
Great tour on New Year’s Eve to find out about the lesser known history of Charleston through storytelling and connections with the locations as we walked through the streets of Charleston.
Response from the operator: Thank you for spending your New Year's Eve with us!
via Tripadvisor
Great tour!
Andrew did a great job on the tour. It was interesting hearing about the dark side of Charleston. Andre even had pictures to show us. Very informative
Response from the operator: Thanks for joining us. We are glad to hear you had a great time.
via Viator
Very interesting history...
Very interesting history shared by Jack. Worth the time if you're looking for something to do in the evening.
Response from the operator: Thanks for spending your evening with us!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 74
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Charleston.
How much does Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $41 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 Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.5 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 Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 210 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 Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour?
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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 Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour?
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Around 74 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 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Dark Side of Charleston Guided Night-Time Walking Tour 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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