Destination Command Center • Charleston

Charleston Tours

This page now works as a destination-level things-to-do surface for Charleston: search the city, review product previews, then click through to Viator when you're ready to book.

DCC helps you discover what to do in Charleston, compare options, and narrow in on the best fit for your trip. When you're ready to book, you can book with DCC via Viator.

DCC may earn a commission if you book through partner links, at no extra cost to you.

City hub Attractions Tours hub

Day Planning

Trying to fit too much into one day is the real planning problem.

Most visitors underestimate how long things take and end up rushing or cutting the best part short. The strongest city day plan starts by protecting the longest activity first, then building around what is realistically left.

Plan your day in this order

1. What takes the longest

2. What time you want to start

3. Then what you can realistically fit around it

Things to do search

Update Charleston tour search

Use this as the destination-page control bar: change category, update the destination search, or sort results without leaving the tours vertical.

Access tier: basic accessSearch enabledSearch-first

Tour categories

Start with the right tour type

These links are intentional search-result bridges for travelers who know the city but still need the right activity category.

Indexable guide

Walking Tours

→

Guided city walks that help visitors get oriented quickly.

Indexable guide

Food Tours

→

Tastings and neighborhood food experiences that add local context to a trip.

Indexable guide

Sightseeing Tours

→

Broad city tours for visitors who want a stronger first look at the main highlights.

Indexable guide

Day Trips

→

Useful half-day and full-day escapes that pair well with a city stay.

Indexable guide

Private Tours

→

More tailored guided experiences for travelers who want flexibility or a slower pace.

Indexable guide

Night Tours

→

Evening experiences built around nightlife, views, or after-dark city energy.

Indexable guide

History Tours

→

Guided experiences that add cultural and historical context to major sights.

Indexable guide

Family Activities

→

Low-friction experiences that work well for mixed-age travel groups.

Charleston City Highlights Tour

StarterIntent: city highlights tour

→

A quick way to see the best of Charleston with a local guide.

A high-conversion category: local tastings, bars, and signature bites.

Find matches

Neighborhood Walking Tour

Intent: walking tour

→

Perfect for first-timers: history, architecture, and the best streets.

Find matches

Live Viator Picks

Featured Charleston tours

Product previews for Charleston. These cards are meant to act like destination-page previews before the traveler clicks through to Viator.

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 hom…

⭐ 4.8 (10,447 reviews)

1 hoursFrom USD 45

Recommended by DCC

Traveler Takeaways

Summarized from guest feedback

Guest feedback is broad enough to give a steadier read on pace, logistics, and overall fit.
Guests usually respond best to clear guiding and a well-organized overall flow.
Guide storytelling often matters as much as the stops themselves, especially for first-time visitors.
This is often chosen as a shorter outing that can fit around other plans on the same day.

great guidesfirst-time friendlyeasy to fit in

View experience

Traveler photos should be cached with reviews and rendered separately from supplier media.

Charleston Harbor History Day-Time or Sunset Boat Cruise

During this live narrated, scenic and relaxing 90 minute tour you will experience Charleston Harbor on the unique Carolina Belle tour vessel. Your professional licensed captain wi…

⭐ 4.4 (3,069 reviews)

1.5 hoursFrom USD 44

Recommended by DCC

Traveler Takeaways

Summarized from guest feedback

Guest feedback is broad enough to give a steadier read on pace, logistics, and overall fit.
Views and scenery are a major part of the appeal, so weather and visibility can noticeably shape the experience.
Guide storytelling often matters as much as the stops themselves, especially for first-time visitors.
This is often chosen as a shorter outing that can fit around other plans on the same day.

scenic outingfirst-time friendlyeasy to fit in

View experience

Traveler photos should be cached with reviews and rendered separately from supplier media.

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 y…

⭐ 4.7 (3,886 reviews)

40 minFrom USD 45

Recommended by DCC

Traveler Takeaways

Summarized from guest feedback

Guest feedback is broad enough to give a steadier read on pace, logistics, and overall fit.
Guests usually respond best to clear guiding and a well-organized overall flow.
Guide storytelling often matters as much as the stops themselves, especially for first-time visitors.
This is often chosen as a shorter outing that can fit around other plans on the same day.

great guidesfirst-time friendlyeasy to fit in

View experience

Traveler photos should be cached with reviews and rendered separately from supplier media.

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Visit historic Fort Sumter with the only operator in Charleston providing Admission to Fort Sumer National Monument and Round-Trip Ferry Transportation from Liberty Square or Patr…

⭐ 4.6 (3,584 reviews)

2.3 hoursFrom USD 43

Recommended by DCC

Traveler Takeaways

Summarized from guest feedback

Guest feedback is broad enough to give a steadier read on pace, logistics, and overall fit.
Guide storytelling often matters as much as the stops themselves, especially for first-time visitors.

first-time friendly

View experience

Traveler photos should be cached with reviews and rendered separately from supplier media.

Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

Explore 300 years of history on our Charleston French Quarter Food Tour! We begin with rustic Chicken Bog and delicate Benne Wafers near the Historic City Market. Savor Cheese & C…

⭐ 4.9 (2,093 reviews)

3 hoursFrom USD 110.99

Recommended by DCC

Traveler Takeaways

Summarized from guest feedback

Guest feedback is broad enough to give a steadier read on pace, logistics, and overall fit.
Guests usually respond best to clear guiding and a well-organized overall flow.
Food-focused experiences are usually valued for local context and variety, not just the amount of food.
Guide storytelling often matters as much as the stops themselves, especially for first-time visitors.

great guidesfood-focusedfirst-time friendly

View experience

Traveler photos should be cached with reviews and rendered separately from supplier media.

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…

⭐ 4.5 (660 reviews)

1.5 hoursFrom USD 48

Recommended by DCC

Traveler Takeaways

Summarized from guest feedback

Guest feedback is broad enough to give a steadier read on pace, logistics, and overall fit.
Views and scenery are a major part of the appeal, so weather and visibility can noticeably shape the experience.
Guide storytelling often matters as much as the stops themselves, especially for first-time visitors.
This tends to work well for mixed-age groups when you want something easier to follow than a nightlife-heavy plan.

scenic outingfirst-time friendlyfamily-friendlyeasy to fit in

View experience

Traveler photos should be cached with reviews and rendered separately from supplier media.

← Back to Charleston