If you’re a history fanatic that loves to learn the ins and out of some of the most breathtaking and interesting cities in the country, then Charleston is a hotbed. There are numerous tours throughout Charleston that allow for you to get an immersive look at what Charleston used to be and what it is now! If you’re not into doing the trip yourself here are some of the greatest companies to spend the day with.
Free Tours by Foot
Free Tours by Foot is an unbelievably high-quality tour company that allows people to explore a city for virtually nothing. Their model is a pay what you can model that asks people to tip the amount they believe the tour is worth. If you’re unsure about exactly what you want out of a tour check these out because they won’t destroy your wallet and they’ll give you a great view of what Charleston is all about! They have a bunch of different tours and will even compare paid tours so you can decide on third party tours as well!
Charleston Harbor Tours
The Charleston Harbor Tours are for the history buffs that really want to hit the water. This great tour is full of great food, excellent service, and even a trivia section during the tour! The Carolina Belle is a great way to get the family out on the water and truly experience what Charleston has to offer!
Bulldog Tours
If you’re looking for a massive variety in your tour than Bulldog Tours is the place for you. They offer EVERYTHING from historic to haunted to food tours. They are extremely knowledgeable, and their website gives you an extremely good idea of not only what you will see but what you should expect from a high-quality tour company.
Fort Sumter Tours
For the Civil War buffs, this tour is a MUST. This is the only tour that stops at Fort Sumter and allows for you to explore the grounds, explore the harbor in their gorgeous boat, learn all the events that lead into this war all while grabbing a snack along the way. The Fort Sumter tours are known for being a great experience for all ages!