CHARLESTON
30 Tours Reviewed
If you want Charleston views without the crowds, this works. The Carolina Blue is a 33-foot monohull built for an intimate sunset ride, with close passes of landmarks like the Battery and the Ravenel Bridge. The captain keeps the outing…
Charleston sunsets look different from the water. This private BYOB boat ride gives you a calm, picture-friendly way to see the harbor landmarks without sharing your space with strangers. I like that it’s group-sized (up to 6), so the vibe…
Charleston sunsets hit different from the harbor. This private cruise on Yacht Kismet strings together the Battery, Fort Sumter, the USS Yorktown, and a signature pass under the Ravenel Bridge, all timed for great light and easy photos. I especially…
Charleston looks different from open water. This private sunset boat tour turns the harbor into a front-row show, with major historic sights plus the moment the sky goes gold. You’ll glide past places like Yorktown, Fort Sumter, Fort Johnson, Fort…
Sunset on Charleston Harbor feels made for celebrations. This private boat charter pairs sunset scenery with a drink-in-hand setup, plus the chance to catch wildlife activity right when the light turns golden. If you want a party that feels special…
Charleston after dark tells the full story. This 2-hour evening walking tour keeps you out of the hottest part of the day while you learn how the city got built, fought over, and explained itself through centuries of events. It’s…
Pirates have a way of getting into your head in Charleston. This private evening walk ties together pirate legends, American history, and Prohibition-era stories through tight, walkable streets and landmarks. I like that it stays focused and easy to follow,…
Charleston looks different when you’re moving slowly on a private sailboat. I like how you get close views of the Battery and downtown waterfront, and then the big-ticket sights like the Ravenel Bridge and Fort Sumter show up in a…
Charleston has another side, and this tour shows it. This afternoon ride/walk in Wraggborough takes you past key Black-history landmarks like Mother Emanuel AME Church and the Old Citadel. I love the small-group format (up to 14) and the way…
Night rides in Charleston feel like folklore. I really like the slow, old-school pace of the horse-drawn carriage, and I like that a certified guide connects the landmarks so the stories feel tied to real places. One thing to note:…
A sunset sail can be just pretty water and soft light, but this one is also built for Charleston history and real on-deck comfort. I like that it is private for up to 6, so you’re not stuck sharing your…
Charleston looks better under sail. I love the private yacht feel of the 50ft Yacht Fate and the way Charleston’s shoreline glows once the sun starts dropping. From the water, the city’s big landmarks look close enough to reach, but…
Cold air, older secrets, and cobblestones. This Charleston ghost walking tour is built around documented paranormal history, told by a local licensed guide (no scripted actors) as you move through the city’s dark corners. I love the small-group size (10…
Spooky stories, rolling gently through old Charleston. I love the private, narrated horse-drawn ride and the way the guide ties the sights together with real Charleston-area hauntings. One thing to consider: the whole experience is about 30 minutes, so it’s…
Gold hour over Charleston starts on the dock. This cruise wins me over with its music-forward, social vibe and the way the 55-foot catamaran gives you wide, postcard-ready views of the harbor’s big landmarks. The one thing to factor in:…
