Top Experiences in Charleston City Market

Join us for one of North America's most sought-after Secret Food Tours, and experience the culinary delights of Charleston's French Quarter like never before!

Our five-star rated tour takes you on a foodie adventure through the city's picturesque and historic streets with experienced guides passionate about sharing the stories behind the delicious dishes you'll be sampling.

Discover how pirates, pandemics, natural disasters, and wars have all shaped Charleston's unique food scene as you indulge in low-country cuisine, including Carolina-style BBQ, Shrimp & Grits, and an exceptional handmade ice cream… and you'll also get to enjoy a surprise Secret Dish, carefully selected by our expert guides to showcase the best of Charleston's culinary scene! For those who want to take their experience to the next level, we offer a thoughtfully curated Upgraded Drinks Package, with quality libations served at select stops throughout the tour.

On our Secret Food Tour: Charleston, let our experienced guides take you on a foodie adventure through the picturesque and historic streets of the French Quarter.

Learn how pirates, pandemics, natural disasters, and war have all shaped our local food scene. At the end of the tour, you'll have sampled classic Carolina-style BBQ, fresh seafood, and even a local delicacy crafted for a U.S. President. Plus, our decadent Secret Dish might just make you leave singing a happy song!

Tour where carriages and motorcoaches are not allowed as you take a fascinating stroll with stories and traditions revealing Charleston’s rich history and colorful past. This two hour tour through America’s most charming historical district is sure to be the highlight of your visit.

Sip your way through the Lowcountry as we travel to Wadmalaw Island in limo party buses while being escorted by your personal chauffeur and guide.  Explore a unique scenic drinking experience with the combination of a visit to the Angel Oak Tree (believed to be over 500 years old), Deepwater Vineyard for a wine tasting, time for sightseeing, and a local brewery stop where the first round is on us!

Explore the Historical French Quarter of Charleston and discover its story. Go at your own pace, on your own schedule and on your own terms. It's like a real life tour guide, only it's on your phone, way more convenient and a better story teller.

WalknTours technology seamlessly guides you step by step through The French Quarter telling you the stories of it's alleys, it's history, it's buildings, Church Street, churches, Pineapple Fountain, the Old Slave Market, Charleston Green, the Civil War and so much more.

The tour takes about 1 hour to walk. But feel free to stop in the shops, historical sites or restaurants you'll discover as you walk through this picturesque city.

The WalknTours app guides Solo travelers on a hands free tour.

Go anytime, explore on your own schedule.

Perfect for Solo Travelers. Especially Solo Travel Rebels.

How it works:
1. Get the WalknTours app
2. Register an account using the code in your email
3. Go to 73 North Market Street
4. Press start

Walk, talk and taste your way through historic Charleston South Carolina. This small-group 2.5-hour tour will immerse you in the history and culture of the Lowcountry and allow you to experience a remarkable culinary scene in downtown Charleston.  Stops along the way will include many of the city’s leading restaurants through out the city. Typical tastings include: stone ground grits, Southern pralines, sweet tea, collard greens, Lowcountry barbeque, and fried green tomatoes.

***PLEASE NOTE: If there are any food allergies in your party, we must know at least 48 hours in advance or some restaurants may not be able to accommodate. We also can't guarantee there will be a substitution at every location due to some allergies.

Packed full of history and charm, your one-hour tour with Charleston Carriage Works will expose fascinating stories of Charleston’s pivotal moments and unique culture. The experience will leave you falling in love with this breathtaking city just as so many have before you.  Boarding adjacent to Market Street, you will start in our stable where you can visit with our horses and then ride along in one of our modern custom carriages to see the sights of Charleston in style. Designed to be lighter and more comfortable than others in town, our garnet and black 16-passenger carriages enable our stunning draft horses to enjoy the tour as much as you will!

Listen to the lost stories of black Charleston on this 2-hour walking tour. Hear forgotten folktales and learn about the heroes and heroines who were left out of the history books. Gain more understanding about Charleston's role in the nation's history on this enthralling walking tour.

Packed full of history and haunted tales, your 45 minute evening tour with Charleston Carriage Works will expose fascinating stories of Charleston’s pivotal moments and unique culture. The experience will leave you falling in love with this breathtaking city just as so many have before you.  The theme of the evening is Charleston's hauntings, but this family-friendly experience is a joy for all. Boarding adjacent to Market Street, you will start in our stable where you can visit with our horses and then ride along in one of our modern custom carriages to see the sights of Charleston in style. Designed to be lighter and more comfortable than others in town, our garnet and black 16-passenger carriages enable our stunning draft horses to enjoy the tour as much as you will!

Join Charleston Adventures for an exciting full day experience.  Charleston has been named the #1 city in North America and the world, come and find out why.  Get a taste of all that the “Holy City” has to offer.  Departing from a convenient location in Myrtle Beach, we will transport you to Charleston on a comfortable motor coach.  Our tour includes 1) A carriage tour of the historic district with Palmetto Carriage Works, 2) a little time in the Historic Market for shopping (time permitting),3) A historic harbor tour aboard the Carolina Belle with Charleston Harbor Tours 4) A delicious boxed lunch aboard your harbor tour from Charleston favorite, and 5) A tour of USA Today’s #1 Plantation, Boone Hall Plantation.  Leave all of the planning and driving to us and sit back and enjoy yourself aboard this top rated Day Trip!

On this historical Charleston tour, journey back in time as your guide reveals the beauty and charm of one of America's most historic cities. Learn about the history of Charleston and discover its pivotal role in American history with visits to more than 100 points of interest including Rainbow Row, Colonial Lake, the Old Exchange Building and Whitepoint Gardens. Upgrade to include a visit to the restored Joseph Manigault House, an early 19th-century plantation home or the Charleston Museum.

Step back in time to explore the parts of Charleston that most only dare to talk about. You’ll hear tales about the dead that haven’t quite moved on, visit some of the most haunted places in the city and get to know the spirits that haunt the locals. A costumed tour guide will lead guests through the streets of Charleston, past historic sites and cemeteries, on this 1.5 hour walking tour.

*All ages friendly

Enjoy Charleston's beauty and charm in one of our private vis-à-vis carriages that accommodates up to 4 guests. This private carriage ride will sure to be a highlight during your visit to the holy city. This tour begins and ends in the Historic City Market. Hotel pick-up drop-off not included.

Charleston, see it all on a city tour and explore the best of the city! This relaxing and informative 90-minute city bus tour is the best way to be introduced, or re-introduced, to the 'Holy City'. Professional and knowledgeable guides will share 350 years of the city's history with you while you cruise through its historic district in cool, air-conditioned comfort. Bus tours can cover so much ground that you can experience and see everything that is Charleston! Join a memorable tour and explore the city together.

Experience the beauty and history of downtown Charleston from underneath the awning of a horse drawn carriage. Listen to the rich stories told by your engaging guide as you are lead through a time of revolution and splendor. This relaxing 1-hour, fully narrated group tour leads you through the quaint and charming streets of downtown Charleston. You will see beautiful gardens and parks, stately mansions, historic churches and buildings all the while learning about the people and events that shaped the history of this "Holy City". Tours depart approximately every 30 minutes beginning at 9:30am and your specific start time will be assigned to you upon check-in.

Charleston’s Tapestry: A Journey Through Time and Color” is an immersive walking tour that offers a deep dive into the rich history, vibrant architecture, and cultural heritage of Charleston. Begin at the iconic Battery, a landmark promenade known for its stunning antebellum homes and ocean views. Next, marvel at the pastel hues and historical significance of Rainbow Row, a quintessential Charleston experience. Your path then leads you to the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, a place teeming with tales from Charleston’s Colonial past. Witness the intersection of history and justice at the Four Corners of Law before strolling down the charming Charleston’s Chalmers Street. Reflect on a crucial part of history at the Old Slave Mart Museum, a poignant reminder of Charleston’s role in the slave trade. Visit the serene French Huguenot Church, followed by an exploration of the lively Charleston City Market, a perfect spot to feel the city’s vibrant pulse.

Your pirate guide will lead the group on a 2.5-hour walking tour through historic downtown Charleston. You will begin and end at a bar, each housed in historic buildings with their own unique ghosts and stories. Guests will have time to purchase and enjoy a delicious libation as the guide tells them all about the fascinating history of Charleston and some of its most famous and creepy haunted stories!

Please keep in mind that there will be a lot of walking between drinks stops where your guide will share the haunted history of several landmarks along the way. Per city law, Alcohol must NEVER be taken out of the bar.
*Tour route and drink stops are subject to availability.
*All guests must be 21+ with Valid ID. Alcohol is not included.

Charleston may be one of the most beautiful cities in America, but there is a deeper darker side to her. Come hear their stories, chilling tales of death, of lost love, of vengeance. Come hear the stories of the Dead that still walk our city streets; the chilling tales of the Shades and Shadows that haunt these stones. Walk with us and you may find, we're not walking alone.

We will share with you our in-depth knowledge of Charleston. There are so many fascinating and innovative people and events that have occurred on such a small little peninsula. Touring with Revolutionary Charleston you will see the City through the eyes of licensed tour guides that cherish Charleston for her beauty and her flaws.

Sample southern cuisine from several world-class restaurants located in the heart of Charleston’s Historic District, and learn a little history while you do it. Enjoy VIP access as you skip the line into some of Charleston’s top restaurants.

Sample a variety of signature southern dishes that the Charleston area is known for and in between restaurant stops, your guide will walk you through Charleston’s beautiful alleyways and passing by iconic landmarks which make for great photo ops.

Each stop is not a full meal, but by the end of our tour the samples should equal a full portion of food. Each stop at food establishments is around 20 minutes total with the entirety of the tour coming in at about 2 hours long.

Food Allergies must be relayed, 24-HR in advance by emailing us on our email address indicated in the Tickets section.

We cannot currently accommodate gluten, vegetarian, shellfish, or pork allergies.

Please note, children's ticket (ages 0-6) does not include food.

Discover the charming atmosphere of Charleston on this Private Small Group Narrated 1-hour Horse & Carriage ride. Tour the historic streets of the old walled city and enjoy the intimacy of the vis-a-vis carriage as you pass by notable and picturesque houses, gardens, mansions, churches, and parks. Hear the fascinating stories of Charleston as you pass by top sites such as City Market or Rainbow Row and learn about buildings, history, architecture, flora and the people that make up the “Holy City."

Please select (1) during checkout for the group pricing per carriage. Each carriage can accommodate 1-4 people per group.

Come explore the rich, extensive history of the Holy City! Charleston's streets run deep with stories of glory and pain, of splendor and darkness. In this 120 minute tour you'll see some of Charleston's most storied sights and learn the history that makes our Kingdom by the Sea one of the most beautiful, remarkable, and memorable cities in America!

We will share with you our in-depth knowledge of Charleston. There are so many fascinating and innovative people and events that have occurred on such a small little peninsula. Touring with Revolutionary Charleston you will see the City through the eyes of licensed tour guides that cherish Charleston for her beauty and her flaws.

With nearly four centuries of history, Charleston is jam-packed with stories waiting to be heard. Enjoy a walk through the pages of the country's history books and discover Charleston highlights, one of America's oldest cities - and one of its wealthiest preceding the Civil War.

On your private walking tour, your guide will discuss with you the first few centuries of the city - the way the slave trade evolved over the years, and the way the system made Charleston the wealthiest city in the South; then hear how the Civil War dismantled and destroyed the city's infrastructure.

To walk in Charleston is to grapple with the complexity of its past while seeing the work it has done and continues to do to make its Southern hospitality inclusive and sincere to all.

Experience 25-30 blocks of Charleston’s historic downtown district on this 1-Hour Daytime Palmetto Carriage Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour. See houses, gardens, mansions, churches & parks, learn about buildings, history, architecture, flora & the people that make up the “Holy City."

Palmetto Carriage Works is the oldest carriage tour company in Charleston and has developed the greatest carriage experience in the city! A Palmetto Carriage tour offers a blend of knowledge, wit, humor, and history and is exciting and ever-changing; a seamless fusion of 19th-century conveyance in a 21st-century city.

Join us on a haunting journey through the streets of Charleston as we explore the city’s most famously haunted locations. Our ghost tour will take you to Powder Magazine, where tales of ghostly apparitions have been reported for years. Walk the eerie halls of the Charleston City Market, where ghostly whispers and strange noises are said to be heard late at night. Visit the Circular Congregational Church, where the ghost of a young girl is said to roam the grounds, and Washington Square, where a ghostly figure is often seen wandering the park. This is a tour unlike any other, filled with tales of mystery, intrigue, and the paranormal. Come explore the dark side of Charleston and discover why it’s considered one of the most haunted cities in America.

It's a ghost story!

Explore one of the original cities of the Americas where ghosts roamed the streets. Stand in front of the most photographed ghost in America, and the most robbed grave in Charleston, and learn how to take a picture of a ghost. Family friendly, open to all, have a supernatural experience.

This is the perfect tour for those who have landed in this beautiful sunny seaside city and want to understand it's present area and complex past. It's a super candid, information-packed extravaganza down hidden historical back-alleys and around popular prestigious landmarks that delivers the story of Charleston and South Carolina in general. From the city and state's humble beginnings with natives and pirates all the way up to its roles during the Reconstruction and Civil Rights eras, and also including up to date information on current must-see attractions and restaurants in town, it's the best dossier on one of the oldest and most enchanting cities in the United States all delivered by a fully city-certified guide!

On this twilight tour, discover where spirits are reported to linger in downtown Charleston.  A licensed guide will regale you with spooky tales from Charleston's long history as you pass haunted alleys, graveyards, churches, hotels and even a dungeon! 

Discover the sinister side of Charleston on this Private Small Group Narrated 1-hour Haunted History Tour. Learn about the various hauntings in downtown Charleston and the history behind them as you pass by top sites such as the Old Exchange Building and Provost Dungeon, the graveyard at the historic Circular Church, and the Joe Riley Waterfront Park. From one of the country’s first female serial killers to figures seen roaming the various graveyards in town, it’s no wonder Charleston is considered one of the most haunted places in the United States.

Please select (1) during checkout for the group pricing per carriage. Each carriage can accommodate 1-4 people per group.

Explore Charleston the old fashioned way. This one hour tour begins and ends in the heart of Downtown Charleston and allows guests to experience 25-30 blocks of Charleston's history. From the classic Charleston Single style homes to the meticulously maintained gardens and piazzas, guests will undoubtedly feel immersed in the Lowcountry lifestyle. At the end of the tour, guests are invited to visit the Big Red Barn with one of our talented barn staff members. Meet the animals and learn about the high quality care provided to them on a day to day basis!

Palmetto Carriage Works is the oldest carriage tour company in Charleston and has developed the greatest carriage experience in the city! A Palmetto Carriage tour offers a blend of knowledge, wit, humor, and history and is exciting and ever-changing; a seamless fusion of 19th-century conveyance in a 21st-century city.

All tours conducted by local tour guide with 30 years experience. On all our tours you will see The Battery, Rainbow Row, The City Market, Iconic places of Worship, Fabulous Architecture, Cobblestone Streets, Lush Gardens, Quaint Alleys, Mansions of the Wealthy, where South Carolina Seceded from the Union and homes of a few celebrities. You also will have a chance to briefly exit the tour bus at The Battery and get a view of Charleston Harbor and Fort Sumter. Escape the heat, as our tours are conducted on a new sightseeing bus with a super cold air-conditioner. You are assured of receiving that "personal touch" since all tours are conducted by the owner who's family sailed into Charleston Harbor in 1740. Tours last 90 minutes.

Travel by horse-drawn carriage along the picturesque streets of Charleston and take in the history of this South Carolina city. See highlights such as historically significant homes, churches and gardens while listening to informative commentary about the city’s role in our nation's history from your certified guide. Enjoy the relaxed pace of a carriage tour as you soak up the southern charm of Charleston.  

We have packaged our tour in such a way that you will experience Charleston much better and less expensive than if you drove to Charleston from Myrtle Beach and attempted to tour Charleston on your own.
This package includes everything below:
- Round trip transportation to Charleston from Myrtle Beach aboard our bus
- Horse drawn Carriage Tour of Charleston's Historic District
- Shopping Time at the City Market
- Boat Tour of Charleston Harbor
- Lunch on the Boat Tour
- See stunning views of Fort Sumter
- Tour of Boone Hall Plantation

This is the only walking tour in Charleston that includes a tour of the historic Edmondston-Alston House. Charleston's history and unique way of life can be greatly attributed to its location on a small peninsula bounded by two rivers. The southern tip of this peninsula, known as the Battery, has become one of the city's most treasured sites and no visit to Charleston would be complete without touring this historic district. Starting and ending at the Edmondston-Alston House, take an hour-long guided walking tour South of Broad Street and learn not only about the area's rich history, but about the extended Alston family during the years before the Civil War. Your experience will conclude with a 30 minute tour of the Edmondston-Alston House with its magnificent view of Charleston Harbor.

Tour in comfort and safety as we show you the beauty of the Holy City. Let us do the driving as you relax and watch as 300 years of history pass by your window.

Our guide will escort you and your group through the historic streets of Charleston. You will see the beautiful buildings and churches of the queen city of the south in air conditioned comfort.

We have packaged our Tour #5 in such a way that you will experience Charleston much better and less expensive than if you drove to Charleston from Myrtle Beach and attempted to tour Charleston on your own.

Explore Charleston’s French Quarter and more at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Uncover the city’s connection to the slave trade, the Revolutionary and the Civil War and why George Washington stayed here for three days straight during his tour of the South
• Hear from producer Phil Biedron, an actor and tour guide whose passion for history inspired him to craft this VoiceMap tour
• Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.