Walk Charleston’s haunted streets and get behind-the-scenes access to the Provost Dungeon
1.5 Hours
Guided tour, Provost Dungeon
Explore Charleston’s Haunted Historic District on a guided night walking tour through old streets, cemeteries, and churches, with exclusive access to the Pre-Revolutionary Provost Dungeon. Hear local ghost stories, Lowcountry superstitions, and tales of pirates and criminals as you go.
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your tour time. No alcohol or illegal substances are permitted. Wheelchairs and strollers can be difficult due to cobblestone streets, graveyards, and uneven dungeon floors.
This tour requires a minimum of four people to run. Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time. Refund requests past 24 hours are not refunded.
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your tour time.
The tour runs rain or shine. You won’t receive a refund for inclement weather once the tour begins; if you’re concerned about the weather, reschedule your tour. If conditions become so severe during the tour that the guide can’t provide a quality experience, you may receive a full or partial refund depending on the circumstances.
Use the restrooms in the office before the tour starts. There are no designated restroom stops along the route.
Charleston’s Historic Market District
Travelers consistently rave about the tour guides here, and for good reason. Names like Clara, Drew, Gordon, and especially Dave come up repeatedly, with reviewers praising their storytelling abilities, deep knowledge of Charleston's history, and genuine enthusiasm for what they do. The guides seem to strike that perfect balance between being informative and entertaining, making the city's past come alive without feeling overly rehearsed or dramatic. Several people specifically mention how knowledgeable their guides were, and it's clear these aren't just people reading from a script. They know their stuff and genuinely enjoy sharing it. The variety of tours gets attention too, from ghost walks to cemetery tours to the City Jail experience. One reviewer did note that while the content at the Provost Dungeon was solid, the delivery felt a bit contrived and the mannequins could use an upgrade (though they emphasized this wasn't a reflection on the tour company itself). That same person also warned that the jail tour includes some violent history and graphic details, so it might not be suitable for young kids or anyone easily disturbed. The office staff also earned praise for being friendly and efficient, making the check-in process smooth. Overall, these tours seem like an excellent way to explore Charleston's darker history with guides who are clearly passionate about what they do.
Grace was a great tour guide, who was very knowledgeable of the history of Charleston and quite funny.
James Quinn
April 3, 2026
Grace was a great tour guide, who was very knowledgeable of the history of Charleston and quite funny.
James Quinn
April 3, 2026