2025 Charleston Activities Guide

This Pirate themed scavenger hunt is the first self guided experience in Charleston to replay the very real Pirate Siege of Charles Towne in May of 1718. Guests will walk the same footsteps and visit site that were around during the Golden Age of...

Enjoy the grounds and galleries of Drayton Hall. With this ticket, you will enjoy access to the Drayton Hall visitor center, galleries, grounds an landscape audio tour. Entrance gates are open daily from 9am-3:30pm. Exit gate closes daily at...

No experience needed! Our friendly artist will guide you step-by-step through the painting process and you will leave with a one-of-a-kind work of art! Your own masterpiece! “Ruby Sunshine is a brunch restaurant born in New Orleans, and located...

*Multi-day Tritoon Rentals* ___________________________________ About All multi-day tritoon rentals are available for pick up at your nearest landing. Or if you would like them delivered we can do so with a delivery fee. All tritoons will be...

This is a curated experience completely customized to your needs and requests. With that, please call us at **843-327-3319** to book as we cannot capture your needs effectively with an online booking. **Thank you!** Duration & Rates - **1.5 to...

*Take the perfect photos in the Mayfair Photography Studios!* ___________________________________ Rates **Hourly Studio Rental:** $30.00 ___________________________________ Duration Up To 12 Hours ___________________________________ ...

Explore the Grounds to the Fullest! Duration 4 Hours *(Includes a catered lunch)* Rates $85/Person About Spend a day at Drayton Hall, America’s oldest unrestored plantation house. We invite you and your group to experience the...

Depravity, Death and More! Duration 100 minutes About Join us for a inside look into the harsh conditions of Colonial life. Hear stories of the Dungeon, Old City Jail, Anne Ravanal and others who continually haunt the Peninsula.

The Charleston Haunted Jail Tour Join us for a behind the scenes tour that is sure to frighten all who dare enter the Old City Jail. Dark and sinister, this jail housed some of Charleston's most heinous convicts, slaves and Civil War prisoners. On...

duration: 90 minutes cancellation_summary: Non-refundable. Bookings can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center, near Calhoun and Concord, Charleston, SC accessibility: Stroller and Wheelchair accessible. The...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Drayton Hall description: Archaeology Meets Art: Blue & White Ornament Painting Workshop at Drayton Hall Discover Charleston’s rich past and bring home a timeless keepsake at Drayton Hall’s Blue & White Ornament...

The Charleston Stroll - A Walk with History Tour >Enjoy the "Old South" as you meander through alleys passing hidden gardens in the historic district. Book now for Savor the Flavors Combo Package/ The Charleston Stroll and save $10 off your entire...

Charleston's Most Popular Gullah History Tour! Duration 2 hours About Gullah Tours The Gullah language was spoken by the Lowcountry's first black inhabitants. The language and culture still thrive today in and around the...

duration: 5.5 Hours meeting_point: Charleston Visitor Center group_size: Maximum 10 people description: Magnolia Plantation is one of Charleston’s oldest and most spectacular plantations. It is an incredibly beautiful and historical site that...

Renting is a wonderful way for one to explore the waterways of Folly Beach. Take in all the sights and sounds the Lowcountry has to offer. COA offers a wide range of top quality Paddle Boards for all guests and experience levels.

Join Charleston Outdoor Adventures on a unique solar eclipse experience by water. This is the last chance South Carolina has to see a solar eclipse until 2044! Charters depart from our Flagship location on Bowens Island. Captain/ naturalist will...

duration: 4 Hours meeting_point: 2223 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412 description: Cast Your Line: Experience the Thrill of Our 4-Hour Ocean Reef Fishing Adventure! Come and fish in the ocean for a huge surprise and a great variety of fish...

Duration 2.5 Hours Neighborhood Upper King Street About This 2 ½ hour tour offers insight into Charleston's Upper King Street neighborhood (recently named one of the top 10 food neighborhoods in America!) and surrounding area, showcasing...

Small Groups, Small Alleys & Great Stories from History! Duration 2 Hours About Starting at 10am, before it is usually TOO hot & humid, we will walk through the same city streets and alleyways as the British, American Patriots, the Enslaved...

duration: 2 cancellation_summary: Cancellations within 24 hours will be refunded 50%. Customers who do not show up for their trip will not be issued a refund. meeting_point: Wappoo Cut Boat Ramp group_size: 6 description: End the day with a private...

America’s dedicated foodies and top chefs alike have turned their heads to Greenville’s dynamic 21st century culinary scene. Duration 3 Hours About America’s dedicated foodies and top chefs alike have turned their heads to...

Get a complete taste of Charleston's beautiful landscape from downtown to the beaches to the plantations and more! Duration 6.5 hrs Itinerary - Charlotte Street (.4 mile) - Morris Lighthouse (.25 mile to light on paved road, beach at...

Let’s cruise the Charleston Harbor on the Dolphin Queen. Duration 2.5 hours About We will pass by several iconic landmarks, including Fort Sumter, the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown, Charleston Battery, the Ravenel Bridge, Shem Creek, The...

YOU PICK THE DAY, WE'LL PICK THE LOCATIONS! Options - **Semi-Private Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) - **Private Instruction Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) ...

**If there's a tour time you'd like and you do NOT see it on the calendar, please email dan@dtour.me or call 470-715-3870 for more available times. We often offer tours that are not listed on this calendar!** Rates • $150 per...

Duration 15 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes About At Bee City Zoo, we offer special, private animal encounters so you can be up close and personal with a few of our special ambassador animals! ​You and your group will be in a private...

duration: 2.5 Hours meeting_point: Blue Life Charters LLC • 33 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401 US description: Experience a Luxurious Charleston Sunset Cruise with Blue Life Charters! Embark on an enchanting journey with Blue Life Charters...

duration: 1.5 Hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time meeting_point: Charleston’s Historic Market District pricing: • **Adults ages 13+**: Starting at $37 • **Children ages 4- 12**: Starting...

America’s dedicated foodies and top chefs alike have turned their heads to Greenville’s dynamic 21st century culinary scene. Duration 3 Hours About The Tuesday night version of our popular Chef’s Table tour allows guests to experience...

Experience the best parts of the city with an award-winning guide, Eric Lavender. Duration 2 Hours About Founded in 1670, Charles Town became the jewel of the South, but not before a tumultuous beginning. The city started as a bawdy port...

Create a very special historic memory this year in Charleston, SC. Take a candlelight tour of Charleston, SC’s historic estate, Drayton Hall ca. 1738. Duration 2 Hours About Beautiful and moving, this eighteenth century historic house is...

LET'S WANDER THE BACKROADS OF THE LOWCOUNTRY!! Options - **Semi-Private Experience** (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) - **Private Instruction Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) ...

About Join Drayton Hall & Bulldog Tours for this one-of-a-kind combo tour experiencing the best Charleston has to offer. Purchase price includes a guided tour of Drayton Hall and a historic downtown walking tour, Charleston Strolls. Please note...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: Safe Harbor City Marina Downtown Charleston | 17 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Min 6 to run - Max 23 people pricing: RSVP $25 per person Dockside @ departure $35 per person description: This is for...

Duration 2.5 Hours About Join us at Drayton Hall for what is sure to be an unforgettable teatime! Learn about the history of tea, taste prized teas produced in China using centuries-old traditional methods, and experience Cha Dao, The Way of...

Ride/Walk the African American story tour! Duration Two Hours About **AM ONLY** More of the untold contributions of the African Americans, known as the “Gullah People”. Let's continue to peek beneath the veneer of The...

*Intimate, Relaxing and Captivating!* ___________________________________ Rates **1 Hour Private Charter:** - Group of 1-6 People: $595 - Group of 7-12 People: $695 **1.5 Hour Private Charter:** - Group of 1-6...

2 hour Full-moon kayak tours are always a fun and exciting excursion on the water. Explore the tidal creeks as the sun sets and the moon rises from the seat of a kayak for an unforgettable experience! This tour is a great way to meet new people in...

Join us for a special Outpost Photo Academy hosted by professional and former Sports Illustrated photographer, Ron Modra as you tour beautiful Charleston from Boneyard Beach, to the low country, historic downtown, and the plantations & boonehill...

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: The Harborage at Ashley Marina • 33 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Up to 6 people description: Charleston Harbor’s Largest Six Passenger Charter Boat! Enjoy a relaxing sunset tour of...

About Tour where buses and carriages are not allowed. Charleston sites include: Rainbow Row, Four Corners of Law, Dock Street Theater, St. Phillip's Church, Washington Square, The Battery, Old Exchange Building and Provost Dungeon. Duration 2...

Explore haunted city sites that cannot be reached on foot! Duration - 1.5 hours Climb aboard the Palmetto, our 45ft catamaran, versatile enough to venture down secluded creeks and handle the harbor's waters smoothly. With a capacity of only 49...

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Hop aboard our 26-foot Carolina skiff for a 2 Hour Private Cruise featuring whatever your heart desires. Duration 2 or 3 Hours About You'll have the chance to select which type of tour your group would be most interested in while booking...

Learn even more about Charleston! Duration 90 Minutes About This tour provides a wonderful overview of Charleston, and an opportunity to walk through the veil of time to get a deeper look at antebellum life in Charleston. Touring the Aiken...

Experience the essence of Charleston and its iconic sites Duration 2 Hours About Tour where buses and carriages are not allowed. On this in-depth tour you’ll learn about the Historic Waterfront Battery, Rainbow Row, Fort Sumter...

A SPECIAL ADVENTURE TO AN OTHERWORLDLY LOCATION!!! Options - **Semi-Private Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional charge) - **Private Instruction Experience**: (Includes one non-shooting guest at no additional...

Rate $50 per adult (13 and up) $32 for children 12 and under (Tandem kayak only) $10 for infants under 3 (Tandem kayak only) Guests can cancel or reschedule outside of 24 hours without penalty. All tours are nonrefundable within 24 hours of the...

duration: 2.5 h meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: Looking to explore an uninhabited island? We offer boat trips to the infamous Morris Island near Folly Beach! what_is_included: - Round-trip boat ride to and from Morris Island - Wildlife...

Join Charleston Outdoor Adventures on Sunday, April 13th for our Annual Shark Tooth Easter Egg Hunt—an unforgettable fossil-finding adventure for kids 12 and under! Choose from a 10am or 1pm session, each lasting about an hour and featuring three...

Interested in booking a private tour with one of our talented guides? About We are happy to accommodate private groups and can assist you in planning and organizing a truly memorable private experience. Private tours are fully customizable...

duration: 30 Minutes meeting_point: Waterfront Park Downtown description: The boat departs from Waterfront Park Downtown for direct service to Daniel Island's Waterfront. The trip takes approximately 30 minutes. what_is_included:

duration: 2.5 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC group_size: Maximum 12 people description: Seats up to 12 people! Perfect for bachelor/bachelorette, or just a fun day out on the water!

duration: 90 minutes cancellation_summary: 10 day cancellation policy meeting_point: 97 Center St, Folly Beach SC, 29412 group_size: Maximum 6 people description: Step aboard for a serene evening dolphin cruise through Folly Beach and the beautiful...

**Looking for an idea for a unique party?** **We offer SCUBA parties! We bring you or your children an unforgettable underwater experience.** All SCUBA gear is included. Just need a bathing suit! Approximately 2 hours Fun SCUBA experience and...

Stroll your way into the holiday spirit with Bulldog Tours’ newest culinary walking tour. Combine our yuletide history tour featuring stories of Charleston’s Christmases past with three stops by the Historic District’s most festive lounges for...

See the hives and taste the honey! Rates *$89 per person plus taxes and fees* Duration 2.5 Hours About Hive + Honey / Tour & Tasting is a fully-immersive, 2.5 hour experience hosted at the Ivy Place farm. Gear up in bee suits and enter the...

duration: 4h meeting_point: Charleston, SC min_age: 6 description: Are you a fossil enthusiast or just searching for that one good find? Hop aboard our fossil excursion to explore the uninhabited Morris Island in search of shark’s teeth...

duration: 4.5 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: description: Take a trip through history with Adventure Sightseeing of America’s oldest working, living plantation. Boone Hall dates back to 1681 and opened in 1956 to the public after...

Parade of Boats Harbor Cruise The annual Parade of Boats in Charleston Harbor is a long-time Lowcountry tradition. Join us for this special harbor cruise as we enjoy a front row seat to the sights and sounds of Charleston Harbor and this special...

Renting is a wonderful way for one to explore the waterways of Folly Beach. Take in all the sights and sounds the Lowcountry has to offer. COA offers a wide range of top quality Paddle Boards for all guests and experience levels.

duration: 2.5 Hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time meeting_point: 115 Meeting Street Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: - Adults: Starting at $60 - Child (4-12): Starting at $50 - 3 and under...

Chapman Cultural Center's Spartanburg Soaring! International Kite Festival is right around the corner! Join local kite enthusiast and Spartanburg Kite Club member, Chuck Holmes, for a kite-building workshop at Mayfair Art Studios! Participants...

duration: 2-6 Hours meeting_point: 33 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Maximum 12 people description: With Dockside Yacht Charters, you can take in the beauty of the Charleston during Sunset while enjoying a private boat...

duration: 90 Minutes meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: description: Join Adventure Sightseeing & Charleston Harbor Tours for our 'See it all' half-day city tour by minibus and a harbor history tour aboard the Carolina Belle. See the best of...

Enjoy Charleston on a captained Hinckley Picnic Boat! Duration from 2 hours About Hinckley EP Picnic Boat handcrafted in Southwest Harbor, Maine. We will customize your trip to ensure that you enjoy your day on the water as much as...

Foto & Flow - A Journey With Franziiska Lewis Photography and Mental Heeling Calling all photographers! Join us on a 1-day Photography amd Sailing jounrey. Let YOUR portfolio stand out amongst many. What's Included: Light continental breakfast...

- 20% for the captain and first mate Our private cruise starts a board our 28 ft one of a kind Carolina skiff. After you’ve settled in, grab your favorite cold beverage or snack, we will begin our cruise down the Ashley River to the beautiful...

Join us on December 10, 2023, from 3:30pm – 5:30pm, for our most requested event of the Holiday Season! Duration 2 Hours About Ann Caldwell and The Magnolia Singers will usher in the Holidays with their ancestral hymns. Enjoy a beverage...

The perfect trip for die-hard anglers! Duration 10 Hour About We will make a run to the deep blue gulfstream experience a full day of trolling and or running and gunning for Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, Kingfish, or a Tail Walking Sailfish or Marlin...

duration: 90 minutes cancellation_summary: Please see Cancellation Policy Below meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center, near Calhoun and Concord, Charleston, SC accessibility: Entrance to the boat is via a 30-foot ramp, which varies in steepness...

Enjoy peaceful and breathtaking views of sunset-silhouetted steeples while cruising along the waterways of the Charleston Harbor. Duration - 2 hours Climb aboard the Palmetto, our 45ft catamaran, versatile enough to handle the harbor's waters...

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: description: Join Adventure Sightseeing for our 'See it all' city tour and see the best of Charleston! Our relaxing and informative 90 minute bus tour is the best way to be introduced (or...

Join Charleston Outdoor Adventures on a unique solar eclipse experience by water. This is the last chance South Carolina has to see a solar eclipse until 2044! Charters depart from our Flagship location on Bowens Island. Captain/ naturalist will...

Enjoy back-to-back tastings of what are considered by many to be among the top BBQ spots in the city! A driving tour with a ton of food and visits to the kitchens/smokers! Duration: 2.25 Hours About Greenville's BBQ scene has been gaining...

Experience the Folly Creek and the Lowcountry Wetlands! Duration 2 Hours About If you are looking for a fun, but challenging paddle than this is trip for you! Charleston can get a little windy which makes paddling on a SUP a bit harder. If...

Limo, Boat, Science, and Culinary Tour packed into one! First, enjoy a stop for brunch at the famous Dodge’s Chicken to start the day with the juiciest, freshest, crispiest, and most FAMOUS lowcountry fried chicken and sides! Hop back on the bus...

For the Love of Art Studio has now joined with The Inn at Middleton Place to bring you live and in-person *paint & sip* parties in their beautiful Lake House banquet room! ___ The Inn at Middleton Place is the souths best inn according to...

Charleston’s flare for hospitality and entertaining is known worldwide. Our reputation for serving creative, delicious, artisanal cocktails is also far-reaching, but the stories of the history behind this notoriety isn’t as well known. Walk a...