Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon vs Rainbow Row: which should you do first?
If you only have time for one, do Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 86 against 85 for Rainbow Row, and it has 57 ranked ways to see it versus 57. Rainbow Row is the cheaper entry at $24, so it is the better pick on a tight budget. With a full day in Charleston, pair them: plan Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon | Rainbow Row | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 57 | 57 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 93 | 92 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 86 | 85 |
| Cheapest experience | $25 | $24 |
| Average time needed | 2h | 2.2h |
| Free cancellation | 100% of options | 100% of options |
| Free to visit | No | No |
Best ways to see Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
- 1. Charleston history walking tour with a Citadel history professor
Outty Ranking 93 · from $40 · 3h
- 2. Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour
Outty Ranking 91 · from $34 · 2h
- 3. Highlights of Charleston Guided Walking Tour
Outty Ranking 91 · from $26 · 2h
- 4. Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture
Outty Ranking 89 · from $25 · 2h
- 5. Charleston History and Hops Tour: Bar and History Walk
Outty Ranking 86 · from $32 · 2h
Best ways to see Rainbow Row
- 1. Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Outty Ranking 92 · from $30 · 2h
- 2. Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour
Outty Ranking 91 · from $34 · 2h
- 3. Highlights of Charleston Guided Walking Tour
Outty Ranking 91 · from $26 · 2h
- 4. Charleston’s Best Highlights: History, Culture & Architecture
Outty Ranking 89 · from $25 · 2h
- 5. Historic Charleston Walking Tour: Rainbow Row, Churches, and More
Outty Ranking 82 · from $41 · 2h
Frequently asked questions
Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon or Rainbow Row: which is better?
If you only have time for one, do Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 86 against 85 for Rainbow Row, and it has 57 ranked ways to see it versus 57. Rainbow Row is the cheaper entry at $24, so it is the better pick on a tight budget. With a full day in Charleston, pair them: plan Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon or Rainbow Row?
Ranked experiences at Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon start from $25 and at Rainbow Row from $24 per person.
How long do you need at Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon and Rainbow Row?
Experiences at Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon run 2 hours on average and at Rainbow Row 2.2 hours, so both fit in one day in Charleston with a break in between.
Can you do Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon and Rainbow Row on the same day?
Yes. Book the longer visit for the morning when crowds are lighter, and keep the afternoon for the other. 100% of Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon options and 100% of Rainbow Row options offer free cancellation, which makes it easy to adjust.
What is the best tour of each?
For Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon: Charleston history walking tour with a Citadel history professor (Outty Ranking 93, from $40). For Rainbow Row: Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour (Outty Ranking 92, from $30).
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