Walks In History

Was great tour, Mary Ellen was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, kind, and very helpful. It rained on…read moreus in the middle of the tour and she took great care to time our inside cover during the rain. She even offered to make different arrangements or accommodations because of the rain. She did what most business people Would do in treating their guest properly. That's the difference when you use a small company owned or a large business orientated mind that hires other people To tour you. The price was very fair and reasonable compared to the other companies. I highly recommend.

Someone I work with highly recommended this tour and it was a fantastic experience. Mary Helen made…read moreevery minute entertaining and educational. She adeptly wove her own personal stories and those of the others in the group into a well-constructed narrative. The city really came to life in a unique and charming way and was a highlight of my visit. Great tour for anyone looking for an authentic perspective from a city native.

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4.9(68 reviews)

0.3 mi•South of Broad

This 2 hour walking tour will give you a true understanding of the history of Charleston. Martha…read moredoes an amazing job pointing out all the highlights, facts, and history of the city. She can trace her roots back to the 1600's, so she is a true expert of Charleston. My wife and I are avid walkers and enjoyed the 1.5 mile walk through the city. Even if you aren't in good shape, this walking tour is fairly easy. Just wear comfortable walking shoes. We highly recommend Martha and Charleston Perspective Walking Tour!!

Excellent tour! Martha is an anthropologist and is very friendly and interesting to talk to. She…read morewas open to questions and we greatly enjoyed our tour. I actually grew up in Charleston and have taken various other tours over the years but Martha told me many interesting things that I had never heard. I feel like I understand the city I grew up in and really our country's history a bit better too after just a two hour tour. Martha gives good perspective and connects things together in a way that gives you a much better understanding. Instead of just telling you what something is, she explains why it's that way. Like why is there stucco over brick here, both environmentally and culturally? I'm very glad I chose this tour and would definitely recommend her to anyone.

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4.7(70 reviews)

Wife and I attended a walking tour. He knew every question we asked. He was most informative, told…read morehistory of Charleston in good detail and with some humor. Would definitely do this again -- it was worth the money ($20/person)

Very knowledgeable, very professional, Al knows his stuff! Dates, times, places, people etc…read more We were the only ones on the early tour today and he even went a bit long on time. He changes his tour up by the season as well. 10/10 would recommend. Will book again.

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Old Charleston Walking Tours

4.7(90 reviews)

I'm writing this review way after the fact, so I don't remember a lot of details. But what I can…read moresay is that I enjoyed the tour so much I did it twice - once in 2021 and a second time in 2023. I've taken "ghost tours" in San Diego; Washington, DC; New Orleans; Seattle; San Francisco; and Tucson, and Mike Brown's Charleston tour is among the best. Commit with confidence!!

Genuinely Horrible. Not to discourage our tour guide, but…read morewe did the Hidden Gems walking tour. Our tour guide, Marc, obviously just liked to hear himself talk. It was boring, way too long, and not a single "joke" was funny. It lasted about a half an hour longer than it should have. Two hours was an hour and a half too long already. If you like sweating, getting bit by bugs (due to the alley ways) and dying of heat stroke all while it feels like you're back in high school with your least favorite teacher giving a lecture, being told "stand here" "take a picture now" "no move over there" then this is the place for you! Complete waste of money. We're all disappointed. I hate leaving bad reviews, truly I hate bashing someone's passion or career, but I just wanted to warn you all.

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Charleston Sole Walking Tours

4.9(139 reviews)

0.1 mi•French Quarter

Brian Simms was phenomenal! Kept the group entertained and moving along the whole time. Super…read moreknowledgeable and incredibly nice.

Booked a 2 hour tour win Fin. He's an excellent tour guide who clearly loves his city and is a…read moregreat communicator with many great stories through 400 years of Charleston history. The booking experience was also great. Much better price than booking through Royal Caribbean with likely a better experience. Directions on where to meet were clear in the email and we had a great time.

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Free Tours By Foot

4.8(139 reviews)

1.0 mi•Harleston Village

I booked a historical tour of Charleston online. I received an email reminder twice. Meeting…read moreplace and time. And the name and cell# of the tour guide. We met in front of Tommy Condon Irish Pub. There's a convenient parking garage across the street. Our reservation was Sunday at 9:30am. Free street parking on Sunday as long as you don't park in the one hour residential designated streets. Scott was our local tour guide for the historical tour of Charleston. He was on time. Before the tour started he informed everyone of the bathroom situation. On our two hours tour he made sure our group didn't block the narrow sidewalks. The historical tour included stops in front of - * St Philips church * Dock Theater * the Old Slave Mart * the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon * the harbor * the old city wall * Rainbow Row * Nathaniel Russell house The tour was a great way for us to familiarize ourselves with the historical district. Then on our own we picked and chose where we wanted to spend more time. Scott offered places to dine suggestions. We actually went to one he suggested on Sullivan Island. He's passionate and offers a thorough tour within the two hours timeframe.

Great guide. The tour was very interesting and informative. It covered numerous squaresread more

St Philip Church

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Lowcountry Walking Tours

5.0(90 reviews)

0.2 mi•French Quarter

Is it a sign that I've hit peak middle age when attending a guided walking tour is the highlight of…read morea vacation? Was the rest of our trip so underwhelming that our excursion with Lowcountry Walking Tours exceeded all other expectations? Perhaps we just lucked out with the optimal factors to catapult our urban trek to a noteworthy high. I can't point my finger at any particular indicator that the rest of our Charleston trip was subpar, so I'm concluding that our tour was truly outstanding. First off, the late-January weather was flawless; it was perfect for spending a few sun-drenched mid-morning hours strolling around Charleston's French Quarter. Second, Captain Jim kept us entertained with enchanting history lessons, snappy quips, and fascinating details we would have undoubtedly overlooked as unwitting tourists. Finally, we'd opted for the Hidden Alleyways and Passages tour and it did exactly what it says on the tin. We wandered down tucked-away paths that I never would have thought were accessible to the public (let alone take me anywhere desirable). If you're visiting Charleston and looking for an affordable way to learn about the city and obtain a deeper appreciation for its rich history, I unhesitatingly recommend Lowcountry Walking Tours.

Wonderful and knowledgeable tour guide! The tour was interesting and informative! Highly recommend!read more

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Bulldog Tours

4.2(1.3k reviews)

0.3 mi•Ansonborough

The stories were sensitive to the history of the jail and its residents and properly scary. I was…read morethoroughly spooked. Sarah was amazing and a great storyteller. One of the highlights of our Charleston trip!

Did the walking food tour. The guide was awesome! Very personable and knowledgeable. Sampled good…read morestuff causing us to back to a few places this week. Especially enjoined 82 Queen. Sample of She Crab soup was great. What was the stunner was the fried green tomato!

As seen on Ghost Adventures & Ghost Hunters, our Haunted Jail Tour is Charleston's most popular ghost tour.

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Charleston History Tours

4.7(12 reviews)

The walking tour, given by Joyce Weir, was a very lovely tour…read more Joyce was very knowledgeable about the history of Charleston and was a delight to have as our tour guide. She took the time to point out how to get the best shots of the various buildings and sights. My youngest daughter is thinking about becoming a photographer and Joyce took the time during and at the end of the tour to give her pointers and encouragement. I definitely recommend anyone looking to do a walking tour of Charleston to sign up with Joyce. You will not regret it. Joyce's walking tour was one of the best tours my family and I went on and we thoroughly enjoyed it.

We signed up for this tour as an intro to Charleston as we began our first morning in the city…read more Joyce was a wonderful guide and began the tour with some photo tips at the meeting spot. Though I have been an avid amateur photographer for a while, I quickly learned some new techniques thanks to Joyce. The walk we took traversed the heart of downtown Charleston, from Meeting Street to the Battery. The pacing was good, and the mix of city history and photography tips was great. The tour ran a few minutes over 2 hours, and none of our group was in a hurry to be done. If I returned to Charleston on another visit, I'd book one of the other tours Joyce gives as my new starting point. Highly recommended.

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108 Elemental Tours

5.0(12 reviews)

0.5 mi•King Street

We've enjoyed ghost tours in New Orleans, Old Town Alexandria VA, Savannah, and many more. Adam is…read morehands down the best guide we've ever spent time with. 10/10 highly recommend. He calls himself a master storyteller - I'd call him that myself, thanks to our evening of stories about shadow people, pirates, gangsters and villains. He apparently has a YouTube channel that I can't wait to check out.

Had company in town. I'm a local who has been on several ghost tours. This was the best by far! No…read moregimmicks, no costumes, no rush. Adam was a fun, knowledgeable, generous guide. Can't wait to do another tour with him. Will be our go to going forward, when guests want to do something like this

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Genevieve L.

10 years ago

We live in the neighboring suburb of Summerville. My husband and I love taking tours of downtown Charleston. We have tried out different touring companies but Walks In History, run by owner Geordie, is by far the best. Whether we have out of town guests looking to learn about Charleston or if we just want to have an outing as a couple, Walks In History is our go-to tour. We have been on three of their tours so far. On our most recent tour, my husband and I brought my uncle who drove down from Canada and has a semi-decent grasp when understanding English, my parents who speak English as a second language, and the fluent English speakers: my sister and her husband and my brother. Geordie did an amazing job of making sure everyone understood without loosing anyone's interest, including ourselves who had been on several tours already. What I love is that there is always more to learn and discover. He has such a vast knowledge of history, especially Charleston's, but also in general. Since history of one location is intertwined with world history, it is important to know both well and Geordie strikes the perfect balance. I would highly recommend a Walks In History tour if you are visiting the Charleston area. read more

Allison G.

14 years ago

I had an amazing time on this tour with a friend this past week. Geordie was our guide and was funny, informative, helpful and fun during the tour. This was my first trip to Charleston so I wasn't sure which tour would be best but we definitely picked the right one. It was blazing hot out but Geordie was able to time our stops perfectly so we ended up in the shade or even in an air conditioned spot to cool down for a moment. I learned so much about the history of Charleston, the architecture, some ghost stories and even got some good recommendations on what to visit after the tour was done. The pace was easy, the information was entertaining and the guide was fun and funny. I will definitely seek out their other tours next time I am in the area and I highly recommend this tour company for visitors to the city! read more

Bridget J.

15 years ago

I won't lie; I'm not typically into ghost stories, so I may not have picked this particular tour. But, after enjoying the twilight stroll narrated by the well-informed Geordie, I'm so glad I took it! (Credit due to my friend who invited me :) Whether you've visited downtown Charleston many times or this is your first walk about the charming city, Geordie will not disappoint. His presentation doesn't sound canned nor over-rehearsed, and he keeps the group on their toes with a witty sense of humor along the walk. I'd recommend the ghost tour - or any of Geordie's walking adventures - to anyone looking to expand their understanding of Charleston's charming history. read more

Liz N.

4 years ago

This isn't just a Ghost Tour with scary stories --- Geordie is extremely knowledgeable about Charleston and it's history and it is evident that he knows and loves the city! We have been on several tours with Geordie and learn new things every time. This last trip we took our 17 year old granddaughter and she is ready to go back and have coffee with Geordie and ask more questions! What better way to spend an evening in Charleston than taking a walk around this beautiful city and learning more about it's history read more

Ashley T.

14 years ago

I was thoroughly impressed with Geordie Buxton's knowledge of the history of Charleston. I graduated from the College of Charleston with a BA in Sociology and a BS in US History (21 of the 39 History hours were Charleston History courses). I had the opportunity to take a ghost tour last night and it was fantastic! He was not only informative, he was animated and made the stories come to life. I highly recommend any of his tours and know that you will have a superb experience from a true native Charlestonian! read more

Jeffrey C.

357

5 years ago

Geordie was one of the best tour guides I have ever had. I've taken dozens of walking tours around the world and by far this gentleman was the best as far as making the tour fun, immersive and more than worth the price, I'd of paid more just to do his tour. He's a native from Charleston and been doing this for 18 years and that passion and commitment really came through on the tour. If you want to see Charleston right then this is the tour you want!! read more

Sabrina N.

5 years ago

This tour was informative and entertaining! It was amazing to learn about Charleston's rich history - the good, bad, and in between - in a way that leaves one reflective and itching for more information! Geordie is a fantastic tour guide with plenty of knowledge, jokes, and care for his group to make the experience exactly what is needed and desired. This is a "must do" tour! read more

Bonita B.

6 years ago

Geordie was our tour guy and he is very knowledgeable with the history of Charleston. He talks to you the entire way (not just at certain monumental marks) he knows his stuff. He kept us interested every step of the way. He has a great sense of humor, my 15 and 16 year old girls even had a great time. I highly recommend booking a tour, you will not be disappointed. read more

Dean A.

176

13 years ago

This was one of the best tours I have been on in Charleston it was off the beaten path and led by an actual published author on ghost and paranormal activity. Had a great time with a great guide who made history fun and come back to life literally!! Just kidding wish we had seen a Ghost but I would definitely do this tour again when in Charleston!! read more

K From M.

14 years ago

Geordie was a great tour guide - entertaining to say the least, but also very informative. Great historical information about Charleston. As a resident to Charleston now for five years, it was great to learn more about this incredible city through another point of interest. Would highly recommend if visiting or even if you're from the area. read more

Claire A.

4 years ago

Geordie was amazing! We did two tours with him in Charleston (French quarters walk and ghost/supernatural tour). He did fantastic on both. He made sure to educate while also entertaining. He gave deep detail about a lot of history that many other tour guides left out! 100% recommend these tours! Thank you Geordie! read more

Kelly R.

3 years ago

Geordie is very knowledgeable in the local history and how it relates to the paranormal activity in the Charleston area. He is also a good storyteller! I lugged my husband and college aged sons with me and they really enjoyed the tour! A total success! It's a great tour with a great guide. A must do! read more

Kris C.

5 years ago

One of the best tours I've taken. The guide, Gordie, is so full of knowledge about the area and really paints a picture for you throughout the entire experience. You can tell he really cares about the history of Charleston and wants everyone to leave with that same appreciation. read more

Andrea J.

160

6 years ago

This tour was enchanting, spooky, rich with history and culture, and had added texture through humor and great story telling by Geordie! I enjoyed it and only wished he had more ghost tours that I could go on in the future. Thanks for a great time Geordie :) Andrea read more

Meredith C.

5 years ago

My family of four loved this ghost tour! Geordie was fun, entertaining, and very knowledgeable. The walking was just the right amount. Not too much but a great walk around Charleston. The tour was filled with great sights and history. Definitely recommend. read more

Fofe R.

5 years ago

Great tour with Geordie! Small group let us get a little more personalized attention. We got to ask a lot of questions and Geordie really knows his stuff. We love Charleston but this tour made us appreciate it even more. Can't wait to come back and visit. read more

Dany L.

10 years ago

Geordie est un excellent guide, il connaît l'histoire de cette ville et du début des États-Unis dans les moindres détails. Nous avons fait une très belle visite dans une histoire fascinante du début des EU. Visite à ne pas manquer. Dany read more

Denice D.

4 years ago

my husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the 2-hour walking tour. Our guide, Geordie, is a great historian and informed us of so many interesting historical facts about the French Quarter. I highly recommend the tour and our guide. read more

Ashli C.

1292

13 years ago

Tour guide was amazing. Our group was small but he took us to some great placed. He even made it spooky. I loved it. I went on a tour the night before with another company and didn't enjoy it as much as I did this one. read more

Tiffanie G.

103

11 years ago

Geordie really delivered! I was so intrigued with his knowledge of the city's history. It was really neat that the hotel that we booked was a stop along the tour. Spooky surprise! I highly recommend this tour read more

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