During this historic Charleston tour you’ll see hundreds of buildings, homes and churches all bursting with nearly 350 years of Charleston, SC history. Founded in 1670, the area is more than aware of its historical significance. It blends its historical roots into every aspect of life in the area…from its culture and arts scene, dining establishments and architecture to its cobblestone streets, hospitable spirit and quality of life. Charleston, South Carolina is one of the top five visited places in the United States. More than 70 buildings in Charleston pre-date the Revolutionary War and much of the distinguishable architecture reflects this unison with history. From the Antebellum Style Architecture to the timeless Charleston Single Houses, Charleston’s historic district has stood the test of time and remains one of the south’s cultural centers. Charleston's famous Battery is a sight to behold along with the city’s many museums, art galleries, theaters, markets and churches.
Doin' the Charleston Tours is the ONLY Charleston tour that features a video presentation set to music with historical images. This unique experience brings to life the events that shaped Charleston, South Carolina. You’ll meet signers of our Declaration of Independence and Constitution, statesmen, pirates, soldiers and extraordinary Charleston citizens all of whom played a role in shaping Charleston's and South Carolina's history. You’ll witness the flourishing of a culture, the humiliation of military occupation, and the devastation of earthquakes, hurricanes and war, and the rebirth of Charleston into a modern thriving city. Sit back, relax and see why Doin' the Charleston Tours, with charismatic tour guide Marvin’s 25 years of experience, make this Charleston tour the best one around. |
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Charleston Tour Packages - What a Great Deal!
Doin' the Charleston Tours offer many Charleston Tour Combo Package Deals that provide more bang for your buck! Take a bus tour along with a visit to the Charleston Museum and/or a tour of a beautiful Charleston historical house. For an even better deal, you can add on a Harbor Cruise around Charleston Harbor or a tour of the famous Fort Sumter site in Charleston Harbor.
Charleston Tour Combo No.1 -- Bus Tour and Charleston Museum
Take our best Charleston tour and also stop to tour the Charleston Museum. America's first museum, the Charleston Museum was founded in 1773. The Museum preserves and interprets the cultural and natural history of Charleston and the South Carolina coastal region. Objects of historic, archaeological, scientific and ethnological interest illustrate the importance of this area. Exhibits focus on early Native Americans, trade and commerce, the plantation system, African-American contributions, and Civil War memorabilia.
Charleston Tour Combo No.2 -- Bus Tour and Historical House
Take our best Charleston tour via air-conditioned bus and also stop to tour one of these impressive, historically-significant houses:
The Heyward-Washington House, built in 1772, was the home of Thomas Heyward, Jr., signer of the Declaration of Independence. When George Washington visited Charleston in 1791, the house was rented for his use. Furnished with magnificent Charleston-made furniture, the collection includes the priceless Holmes Bookcase, considered to be the finest example of American-made furniture in existence today. The exquisite formal garden is comprised of plants available to Charlestonians during that period. Located in the original walled portion of Charleston, the neighborhood was used by Dubose Heyward as the setting for his book, Porgy.
The Joseph Manigault House, built in 1803, is a premier example of neoclassical architecture. Designed by gentlemen architect Gabriel Manigault for his brother Joseph, the house is one of the most distinguished in all of Charleston, capturing the lifestyle of a wealthy, rice-planting family. The interior reflects an outstanding collection of American, English and French furnishings of the period. A charming Gate Temple is the focus of the period garden. The Joseph Manigault House, which is owned and operated by the Charleston Museum, has been featured on "America's Castles."
Charleston Tour Super Combo No.3 -- Bus Tour and Historical House and Museum
This Charleston tour combo offers a super value for your money! In addition to our best historical tour of Charleston, South Carolina, you'll also get a tour of the Charleston Museum, as well as a tour of one of the historical houses listed in Combo No. 2.
Charleston Tour Deluxe Combo No.4 -- Bus Tour and BOTH Historical Houses and Museum
An unbelievable deal! On this fabulous, economical Charleston tour, you will experience many sights and tour the best Charleston has to offer. First, you'll take our best Charleston tour via air-conditioned bus. Next, you'll also get a tour of the Charleston Museum. And then you'll be treated to tours of BOTH of the historical houses listed in Combo No. 2!
Add On Special to your Historical Charleston Tour
Fort Sumter. Go where the Civil War began! Fort Sumter, located just 3.3 miles southeast of the City of Charleston, South Carolina, is on an island of 2.4 acres near the inlet of Charleston Harbor. Visitors arrive at Fort Sumter via tour boats operated by Fort Sumter Tours. The boats embark from two different locations—from Patriots Point in Mount Pleasant and Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center in downtown Charleston, where historic artifacts, museum exhibits and interpretive programs set the stage for your visit to this famous fort.
Harbor Tour. The very best way to experience the beauty of historic Charleston is aboard a yacht for a Charleston Harbor Tour. Join us for a narrated Harbor Tour aboard Charleston's premier passenger yacht.
About This Historic Charleton Tour
You’ll board the tour bus for your historic tour at the Charleston, South Carolina Visitors’ Center, a beautifully renovated railroad warehouse, in the heart of Charleston's historic district.
The historic Charleston tour winds its way through eight or more miles of the most beautiful and historic areas of downtown Charleston, SC. As you pass by many of Charleston's churches and museum homes, you will not only see the exteriors from the bus windows, your guide will take you inside with interesting stories and interior pictures on the large onboard video monitor. The air-conditioned Charleston tour bus stops at a dozen or more places for extended informative descriptions.
You’ll depart your Charleston tour bus at the famous historic ‘Battery’ and ascend the seawall for a panoramic view and more stories of Charleston's beautiful harbor. Back on the tour bus, your Charleston tour guide will take a few minutes for questions and comments. With dozens of photographs and maps you’ll experience the opening battle of ‘The War Between the States’ as though you were there with those who stood on the seawall and actually watched it happen over 140 years ago.
Towards the end of your historic Charleston tour the bus drives through our historic market street, where dozens of vendors offer souvenirs to make your visit to Charleston, SC complete.
We also offer you the opportunity to tour other Charleston, SC attractions. Our combination tour specials include discounted fares to The Charleston Museum, two beautiful museum houses, Charleston Harbor and Fort Sumter tours. The choices are yours to help you make the most of the time you have in our beautiful historic city.
To make reservations for your historic Charleston tour now, call the 1-800-647-4487 or get more details about our Charleston tour packages and group tours of Charleston.
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