Private customized walking tour of Charleston
Charleston, United States

Private customized walking tour of Charleston

Outty Ranking 65 5.0 · 72 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $350
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Outty Ranking

65/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 72 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Private customized walking tour of Charleston worth booking?

Private customized walking tour of Charleston is a 2-hour experience in Charleston, United States, from $350 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 72 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
65 / 100
Rating
5/5 (72)
Duration
2 hours
From
$350 per person

Talk a walking tour of historic Charleston SC with a certified and licensed guide. See beautiful architecture in our homes, churches, and public buildings. Hear over 356 years of history from the founding of our colony through wars, natural disasters and more! Come learn about the ensalved and Gullah culture and places that make Charleston so unique! Tours can be customized based on the interests of your group!

What you get

    About this experience

    Talk a walking tour of historic Charleston SC with a certified and licensed guide. See beautiful architecture in our homes, churches, and public buildings. Hear over 356 years of history from the founding of our colony through wars, natural disasters and more! Come learn about the ensalved and Gullah culture and places that make Charleston so unique! Tours can be customized based on the interests of your group!

    What's included

    Included

    • Licensed and Certified Guide

    What you'll see and do

    1. Charleston

      Take a leisurely stroll with us through America’s most historic city. Take a walk through time as we pass by and talk about historic homes, churches and public buildings, some predating the American Revolution!

      20 minutes here

    2. Charleston

      When we meet at City Hall we’ll cover our early history and discuss our starting point and this unique intersection, known as The Four Corners of Law!

      15 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Charleston

    City Hall, 80 Broad Street, Corner of Broad and Meeting Streets.

    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
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Walk It! Charleston

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 70 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    9 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Good for families

    4 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Small groups

    3 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    70 verified traveler reviews for Private customized walking tour of Charleston. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    724cyndia · October 2026

    Friendly and SO Knowledgeable!

    Kay did a wonderful tour for us! So knowledgeable and she was so friendly. She knew many of the people on the route personally and it was fun to see so many positive interactions throughout our tour!

    Response from the operator: Thanks! I'm glad you had fun and enjoyed the tour. I appreciate you choosing me as your guide and for sharing your experience!

    via Tripadvisor

    anastasiap261 · September 2026

    Great tour with Kay

    Kay led our group of 8 on a wonderful tour of Charleston. She included fascinating history, architecture, culture and great advice. We had lots of questions and her knowledge was endless. I highly recommend any tour with her.

    Response from the operator: Thank you! I love sharing the history of Charleston with visitors and I am so glad you chose me as your guide and enjoyed the tour! Thanks for sharing your experience.

    via Tripadvisor

    B9731JFstevec · September 2026

    Kay is the Way!

    We loved the tour. Kay was an encyclopedia of knowledge with the ability to talk clear and fast without spitting! Seriously she has mad history skills! It was delightful to be part of her tour. She was very entertaining and engaging. We loved it!

    Response from the operator: Ha! Well, this review will draw attention! Thanks for taking the time to share your experience and I am so glad you enjoyed the tour! Thanks for choosing to walk with me!

    via Tripadvisor

    E4443QRbom · September 2026

    Best Tour in Charleston!

    Kay was a fantastic tour guide. Definitely the highlight of our trip. Easy to hang with, very knowledgeable, and fun experience. Learned so much about the city that we would not have gotten through one of the less formal or carriage tours. This is definitely a must do when in Charleston!

    Response from the operator: Aww, thank you! I appreciate you sharing your experience so others may take a tour with me. I love meeting new people and sharing the history of Charleston. Thanks again!

    via Tripadvisor

    leecB7929ZL · July 2026

    Given the Chance, Take this Tour!

    If you get the opportunity, make sure you book a tour with Kay! She is engaging and enthusiastic about Charleston, its people, and its history. A former teacher, Kay knows how to keep everyone interested and even has visuals to help you understand the way Charleston developed through time. My sisters and I did a private tour with Kay in the heat of July. Instead of having us walk to the meeting point, she offered to come get us in her car, picking us up at the hotel and keeping us as cool as possible while she led us through town. We have already recommended her to friends and family who live in the area. She's a great tour guide and just a lovely person with whom to spend a day. She got an A++ from our group. Thank you, Kay! We hope to take another tour with you in the future, Millie, Elizabeth, and Lee

    Response from the operator: Thanks Lee! It was so much fun to meet you all and learn from you! You all brought a lot of information from all your travels/living abroad and made the tour so much fun! Thanks for letting me show you around Charleston and for the wonderful review. I hope your travels will bring you back soon.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    25
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 65

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)97
    Review evidence (18% weight)52
    Booking momentum (14% weight)45
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)70
    Local standing (8% weight)71
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private customized walking tour of Charleston: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Private customized walking tour of Charleston cost?

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    Prices start at $350 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 Private customized walking tour of Charleston take?

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    Plan for about 2 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 Private customized walking tour of Charleston worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 72 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 Private customized walking tour of Charleston?

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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 Private customized walking tour of Charleston suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private customized walking tour of Charleston?

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    Around 25 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private customized walking tour of Charleston 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 Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel, Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing 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 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.

    What is included in Private customized walking tour of Charleston?

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    Included: Licensed and Certified Guide. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Private customized walking tour of Charleston?

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    City Hall, 80 Broad Street, Corner of Broad and Meeting Streets. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Private customized walking tour of Charleston offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private customized walking tour of Charleston?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Private customized walking tour of Charleston if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Charleston. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Private customized walking tour of Charleston?

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    Across 72 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, good for families. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

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