This cultural dive tour strives to elevate your visit by providing you an exclusive glimpse into the distinctive people, locations, and cuisine that distinguish Charleston. Witness the liveliness of America’s #1 friendliest city as we explore its shared Southern heritage together!
- Charleston - We begin at the Laurens/Rutledge house at 117 Broad St. This home and the one across the street are deeply embedded in the founding of our country.
Then work our way around to Tradd St. - stopping at the Sword Gates and the home of Col. John Stewart while discussing English history, the founding of the colony, architecture, epidemics, disasters, two wars and more.
Cross Meeting St. into the original walled city, where we discuss Pres. Washington’s visit and Charleston “firsts”.
Ending on Bay St to see the city planned by the Lord’s Proprietors, discussing why it was built and why it came down.
On to the High Battery to discuss the start of two wars in our harbor, the last Royal Governor and the beginning and end of the Civil War.
As we make our way back, we discuss slavery, hospitality, friendly societies and colonial Charleston once more.
Rounding out our tour, we conclude with our food culture as we send you off to eat in the city with options for dining experiences in town!
- Umbrellas needed for possible showers
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.