Lowcountry Walking Tours is a locally owned, fully licensed company that transforms Charleston’s historic district into an open-air museum. Native guides lead small groups or private parties down hidden alleys, the French Quarter,...
The guides here are clearly the star of the show, with multiple reviewers singling out Bruce, Dugger, Paul, Captain Jim, Evans, and others by name. What makes these tours special is the intimate, small-group experience that takes you through Charleston's hidden alleyways and private courtyards—places typical tourists never access. Several guests mention learning things about Charleston they'd never discovered on previous visits, and even locals say they picked up new information about their own city. The two-hour tours strike the right balance between comprehensive and engaging. Guides blend historical facts with storytelling in ways that keep everyone interested, and many have deep personal connections to Charleston that add authenticity. Bruce, for instance, seems to know someone on every corner and shares his family's long history with the area. Whether you're getting fascinating architecture details, cultural insights, or anecdotes that bring the past to life, reviewers consistently praise how knowledgeable and personable these guides are. The tours feel exclusive and personal rather than cookie-cutter.
Our walking tour was led by Bruce Burris and he had a wealth of Charleston history to share because of his long family history in Charleston. We loved learning about the classic style architecture of the homes and the stories of the families that lived there. We saw gardens and met a few of the local people who were friends of Bruce which made the tour more personal. Would highly recommend this tour especially if Bruce is your guide.
Justine Mulay
August 15, 2025
Our walking tour was led by Bruce Burris and he had a wealth of Charleston history to share because of his long family history in Charleston. We loved learning about the classic style architecture of the homes and the stories of the families that lived there. We saw gardens and met a few of the local people who were friends of Bruce which made the tour more personal. Would highly recommend this tour especially if Bruce is your guide.
Justine Mulay
August 15, 2025
