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Charleston Walking Tour: Hidden Gardens & History
4.9
698 Ratings
Charleston
Embark on an engaging walking tour where no cars or buses are allowed and immerse yourself in Charleston’s shared tales and customs which reflect its vibrant history and interesting heritage. This two-hour journey around America’s most captivating historic area is likely to be the standout feature of your trip.
Embark on an engaging walking tour where no cars or buses are allowed and immerse yourself in Charleston’s shared tales and customs which reflect its vibrant history and interesting heritage. This two-hour journey around America’s most captivating historic area is likely to be the standout feature of your trip.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Rainbow Row - The longest Pre-Revolutionary structure in America is one of Charleston’s most iconic historical sites. These 18th century homes are painted in a variety of colors thus the name, “Rainbow Row.”
- Rainbow Row - The longest Pre-Revolutionary structure in America is one of Charleston’s most iconic historical sites. These 18th century homes are painted in a variety of colors thus the name, “Rainbow Row.”
What's Included
- Explore Hidden Gardens & Courtyards
- Stroll along Historic Waterfront Battery
- Delve into The Revolutionary and Civil War History
- Prices inclusive of all taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Discover Historic Churches & Graveyards
- Enjoy a visual tour of Fort Sumter
- View elegant Antebellum Mansions
- Gain admission to the Powder Magazine Museum with your tour ticket
- See the iconic Rainbow Row
- Explore Hidden Gardens & Courtyards
- Stroll along Historic Waterfront Battery
- Delve into The Revolutionary and Civil War History
- Prices inclusive of all taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Discover Historic Churches & Graveyards
- Enjoy a visual tour of Fort Sumter
- View elegant Antebellum Mansions
- Gain admission to the Powder Magazine Museum with your tour ticket
- See the iconic Rainbow Row
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Transportation
- Gratuities
- Transportation
Additional Information
- The pace of our walking tour is leisurely
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
- Operates in all weather conditions, dress appropriately
- The pace of our walking tour is leisurely
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
- Operates in all weather conditions, dress appropriately
Location
115 Meeting St
Meeting Street
Please arrive at 115 Meeting St, the Mills House Hotel. You will meet your guide outside near the courtyard gates. Please look for your Bulldog Tours guide.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(698 Ratings)
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Vacation300530
Mar 10, 2026
CHS - Very informative . Nice walk in places I would not have gone
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Siew_t
Mar 4, 2026
Excellent informative... - Excellent informative tour. Our tour guide Ann was wonderful , accommodating and knowledgeable of Charleston’s history
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Wanderer19398369248
Feb 18, 2026
Wonderful walking tour - Mike was outstanding! The tour was so interesting and informative. We learned many facts about the American revolution and Civil War that really explained how important Charleston was to our American history. I would highly recommend this tour with Mike.
Be aware, this walk is fairly easy but you're walking on uneven surfaces.
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351stephe
Feb 16, 2026
Best thing we did in Charleston! - We had a fantastic experience with our guide Ann. She is so knowledgeable as a native of Charleston and gave us a great idea of how it's changed over the years. She gave the perfect amount of information and we saw so much of the city!
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Michelled041991
Feb 10, 2026
Perfect Tour! - Perfect tour! And loved our tour guide! Highly recommend.
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501janist
Feb 4, 2026
Learn so much about Charleston history! - Mike Hebb was a wealth of fascinating information about Charleston. He taught us about the architecture, military history, the roads, churches, the people and so much more. There were 7 of us on the tour and we all discussed how much we learned. We strongly recommend the tour and especially Mike.
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Lsaperstein16
Dec 29, 2025
Great tour - David was a wonderful tour guide, so knowledgeable, personable, and interesting. The best tour we took in Charleston, thank you David!
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Colette_d
Dec 20, 2025
A fun way to get acquainted with historic Charleston - You will be standing and walking for 2 hours. The guide was very knowledgeable and informative about Charleston. It is a worthwhile tour. I am so glad we did it.
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Curiosity53392547509
Dec 17, 2025
An excellent experience - The effort to book and take a tour was pleasant and efficient. I was traveling with my 30 lb. dog who was welcomed on the outdoor walking tour. The Historic walking tour was excellent. Gordon; our tour guide, was prompt, informed and provided a comprehensive review of Charleston history. I highly recommend Bulldog tours.
LL
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Irene
Nov 21, 2025
Fran, out your guide, was informative and patient when we wanted to stop. She gave us time to ask questions. Amazing! - There is no way I could have learned as much as I did had I toured on my own. Tour was very thorough. Fran is a native of Charleston, and her love and knowledge of the city is unparalleled! I’d recommend 100%!
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