Charleston Sightseeing Bus Tour: Explore Iconic Landmarks
4.4
43 Ratings
Charleston
Experience the best of Charleston on our sightseeing bus tour. Explore iconic landmarks, historic sites, and charming neighborhoods. Don't miss the chance to see The Battery, Rainbow Row, and more!
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Charleston - On all our tours you will see The Battery, Rainbow Row, The City Market, Cobblestone Streets, Quaint Alleys, where South Carolina Seceded from the Union and much more. You also will have a chance to briefly exit the tour bus at The Battery and get a view of Charleston Harbor and Fort Sumter. Escape the heat, as our tours are conducted on a new sightseeing bus with a super cold air-conditioner. You are assured of receiving that “personal touch” since all tours are conducted by the owner who’s family sailed into Charleston Harbor in 1740.
- Battery & White Point Gardens - We briefly exit the bus at The Battery to get a view of our beautiful homes, the historic harbor and Fort Sumter.
- Rainbow Row - See the brightly painted homes at this famous Charleston Landmark.
- Fort Sumter National Monument - We get a view of Fort Sumter as we exit the bus for a few minutes at the Battery.
- Charleston City Market - You will see hundreds points of interest during the tour including The City Market which was first used as an area to sell food in the early 1800’s. Today it is used by local vendors to sell locally made arts and crafts.
What's Included
- Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
- Complimentary hotel pickup from select hotels
Additional Information
During our excursions, the sights you’ll take in include The Battery, Rainbow Row, The City Market, notable places of Worship, splendid Architecture, Cobblestone Streets, abundant Gardens, charming Alleys, opulent Mansions, and the location where South Carolina broke away from the Union, among other attractions. There will be an opportunity to briefly disembark at The Battery for a picturesque view of Charleston Harbor and Fort Sumter. Our tours take place on a brand new touring bus fitted with a high capacity air-conditioner to keep you cool. Expect a unique ‘personal touch’ as the tours are led by the owner, whose ancestors arrived in Charleston Harbor in 1740. Each tour takes about 90 minutes.
Location
Charleston Visitor Center
Meeting Street
Meet the tours bus in the bus shed just behind the Charleston Visitor Center located at 375 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(43 Ratings)
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Amado_g
May 28, 2024
Nice tour - Excellent experience. Great explanation and the driver is wonderful. You learn a lot about the place and the history.
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Lakesha_d
Apr 21, 2024
I appreciate the genuine... - I appreciate the genuine details and perspectives on the history of Charleston, painful but true; including the recent tragedy at Mother Emanuel A.M.E. Church.
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Anna_g
Apr 6, 2024
Amazing tour! - What a great tour! Alan was awesome. He knows a lot of history of Charleston. My family really enjoyed it. I would recommend it to anyone.
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Joan_m
Apr 3, 2024
Funtime touring Charleston - The tour guide, Benji. He was very entertaining and informative. Lots to see and learn. Enjoyed the tour.
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Jeanne_f
May 23, 2024
Great - The tour guide was very knowledgeable. We all enjoyed the experience. I don’t have any more words to say other than it was delightful.
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Susan_t
May 21, 2024
Company was bought out by... - Company was bought out by another company and they did not have us booked on the tour even though it was paid. The next available tour was 1 1/2 hours later. Mixed up our day. However once we were on the tour it was great.
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M1428udpatriciag
Apr 25, 2024
Bus left early and ignored three of us - Was there early. Business name changed so was different on bus. Once directed to correct bus after asking was not allowed on bus. Driver kept doors closed even though three of us waiting with tickets and it was ten minutes prior to scheduled board time. Bus pulled away leaving us there. They were unable to accommodate us on another bus. Very disappointed for my visiting family. Staff was indifferent. Still waiting for refund.
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Johk5050vk
Apr 23, 2024
Arrived at pick up point only to find time had not been scheduled for a tour. We were too late to schedule an alternate - Poorly organized, trip was non-existant. Apparently the particular time had been discontinued. We were unable to find an alternate tour.
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Cyndet2018
Apr 17, 2024
Bought by someone else. - Southern Accent Tours was bought out by someone else. So I didn’t go on a tour with Southern Accent Tours. It would have been REALLY helpful to know that I needed to look for a different named bus.
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Robinbonerealtor
Apr 12, 2024
Disappointed - Couldn’t Go on Bus Tour Of Charleston - I bought bus tour tickets through Tripadvisor (Southern Accent Tours) and when we got to the bus tour, the tour guide did not have us on the list and it was overbooked. So, we were unfortunately not allowed to go on the tour (actually removed from the bus). I immediately called Southern Accent Tour and explained the situation and what happened. Shortly thereafter, I got an email stating I would receive a credit within 3 to 5 business days. So, if you order tickets through them, just know you may or may not get to go on the tour.
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