Day trips from Charleston
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The best day out of Charleston is usually the one someone else drives. These trips handle the transfers, the timings and the tickets, and have you back by evening.
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Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour
Travel by horse-drawn carriage along the picturesque streets of Charleston and take in the history of this South Carolina city. See highlights such as historically significant homes, churches and gardens while listening…
Charleston Harbor Luxury Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Wine & Dine on the Water! The Premier Charleston Dinner Cruise: Exquisite Dining and Breathtaking Harbor Views Experience Charleston's most unique and romantic evening out! SpiritLine Cruises offers the only true…
Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings
Whether you join our classic itinerary or select our Brunch option, you are in for an unforgettable culinary journey through 300 years of history! Our classic tour features iconic Lowcountry staples like Pulled Pork…
Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston
On this twilight tour, discover where spirits are reported to linger in downtown Charleston. A licensed guide will regale you with spooky tales from Charleston's long history as you pass haunted alleys, graveyards,…
Fort Sumter Access and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Visit historic Fort Sumter with the only operator in Charleston providing access to Fort Sumer National Historic Site and Round-Trip Ferry Transportation from Liberty Square or Patriots Point. Cruise by top Charleston…
Charleston Harbor Live Narrated History Day or Sunset Boat Cruise
Stunning up close views of Fort Sumter, Fort Moultrie, The USS Yorktown, The Ravenel Bridge and much more! Dolphin sightings are common on almost every cruise! We are Charleston's only locally owned and operated large…
Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor
Meet us at Aquarium Wharf near Concord St. and Calhoun St. in Charleston SC as you experience historic Charleston Harbor aboard our classic 84-foot Tall Ship for a unique sailing experience. There is no better way to…
Old Town Trolley Charleston Sightseeing Tour
Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Charleston aboard a custom-built minibus in air-conditioned comfort. The expert tour guide brings the city’s vibrant story to life, blending entertainment with…
Real Hauntings of Charleston! (Small Group Ghost Tour)
Many Charleston Ghost Tours have big groups of 25+ - NOT HERE!! We limit our tour sizes to about 12 to keep them fun! Charleston is one of the most charming and colorful cities in the world; however, when the light…
Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail
Join us for a memorable tour of the ground level of the Old City Jail, which housed some of Charleston’s most infamous criminals, 19th-century pirates, and Civil War prisoners. Located on Magazine Street downtown, the…
City of the Dead The Dark Hauntings of Charleston
You choose the path, you choose the tour! Every one of our tours are based on our guests requests and preferences. Will you choose pirates or gangsters, serial killers or cursed lovers? For 90 minutes, you will be led…
Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
Join us for a 2.5-hour group boat cruise through the cherished tidal creeks of Charleston, South Carolina. This excursion includes an enlightening hour-long stop on the picturesque Morris Island, giving you the…
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Charleston's oldest carriage company invites you aboard for the tour that started it all. Since 1972, Palmetto Carriage Works has explored the streets of this historic city with licensed guides who bring real local…
Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour
Mike Brown is Charleston's most experienced ghost tour guide. Mike has been giving ghost tours in Charleston for 30 years and is the host of the popular Pleasing Terrors Podcast. He has been featured on television and…
Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston
Enjoy this 4.5-hour tour of Magnolia Plantation and see the plantation has stood the test of time dating back to 1676. One of America's most important historical sights, you will travel in comfort on board an air…
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Every corner of Charleston hides a world of history. Join us as your guide shares with you hundreds of years of stories, history, and local knowledge. This is a relaxing 2-hour stroll through the quaint and charming…
Charleston's Authentic Cuisine & True History Cultural Experience
This fun, fascinating, unique, four course foodie tour blends the perfect pairing of culinary delights with the captivating history of Charleston's cultural blend and the evolution of the region's cuisine. While you…
Downtown Charleston Food Tour
This Downtown Culinary Tour is provided by CHARLESTON CULINARY TOURS, the longest-running food tour company in Charleston. Visit four food establishments on this 2.5-hour tour that combines elements of a historical tour…
Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour
Explore some of Charleston's enchanting alleyways and historic sites on this small group, 2-hour walking tour. With our small group tours, you are guaranteed a more intimate and up-close experience. Charleston's…
Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston
Step back in time with a 4.5-hour visit to one of America's oldest working, living plantations. Be transported to this historic site with an experienced driver on a comfortable, air conditioned mini bus. Boone Hall…
Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Excursion and Estuary Tour
Join us out on the water for sunrise, sunset, or somewhere in between in a search for our favorite saltwater mammal – the bottlenose dolphin! On this trip, we will cruise through the local tidal creeks behind Folly…
USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access
Come aboard The USS Yorktown and hear the stories of the American Heroes who lived, died, and are still rumored to be here today. Commissioned in 1943, the “Fighting Lady” was once manned by over 3,000 people and…
Charleston Haunted Horse and Carriage Evening Tour
As the sun sets on Charleston, the city's history takes a darker turn. Board your carriage at the historic Big Red Barn for an evening ride through the old walled city, where your guide shares centuries of ghost…
Charleston Horse & Carriage Historic Sightseeing Tour
Experience the beauty and history of downtown Charleston from underneath the awning of a horse drawn carriage. Listen to the rich stories told by your engaging guide as you are lead through a time of revolution and…
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