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    Charleston Holiday Walking Tour

    Stroll through Charleston's holiday-decorated streets with stories spanning centuries

    4.8 stars• 22.1K reviews

    Duration

    2 hrs

    Includes

    Historic landmarks, museum visit

    Highlights

    Explore Charleston's seasonal spirit on a guided walk through historic streets and private neighborhoods dressed for the holidays. Hear stories of old Charlestowne from its 1670 founding through the Civil War and into the present.

    • Visit the Four Corners of Law and The Battery
    • Admire private neighborhoods in their holiday finery
    • Discover historic highlights and famous Charleston landmarks

    Important details

    • Arrive 15 minutes before your tour time
    • Tours operate rain or shine

    Cancellation Policy

    Refunds available up to 24 hours before start.

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    Photos or videos may be taken during the tour and used in promotional and marketing materials without compensation.

    Meeting details

    The Mills House Hotel, 115 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401

    Experience provided by Bulldog Tours

    Related locations

    Edmondston-Alston House

    Admission included

    Standing at the edge of Charleston's High Battery, the Edmondston-Alston House commands sweeping views of Charleston Harbor that have remained largely unchanged for nearly two centuries. Step inside and you move through rooms still furnished with original family pieces, portraits, silver, and books, giving the house a lived-in intimacy that sets it apart from more formally staged historic homes. The Edmondston-Alston House invites you to linger, look closely, and feel the particular weight of a place that has witnessed both ordinary domestic life and extraordinary historical events.

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    $42.40

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
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    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Update: Bulldog tours all the way! My first tour was with Olivia for a ghostly tour throughout downtown Charleston. Olivia was a wonderful guide. It was hot and humid but the tour was informative and well worth it! A couple days later my stepson and I did a tour on the USS yorktown that was hosted by Alben and he was amazing! Very informative and nothing like the scary tours it was more of a positive energy ghostly tour and I enjoyed it more than I had expected! The 7pm tour on the Yorktown is perfect for catching the sunset when you get onto the ship!

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    Tiffany

    August 31, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Update: Bulldog tours all the way! My first tour was with Olivia for a ghostly tour throughout downtown Charleston. Olivia was a wonderful guide. It was hot and humid but the tour was informative and well worth it! A couple days later my stepson and I did a tour on the USS yorktown that was hosted by Alben and he was amazing! Very informative and nothing like the scary tours it was more of a positive energy ghostly tour and I enjoyed it more than I had expected! The 7pm tour on the Yorktown is perfect for catching the sunset when you get onto the ship!

    Photo of Tiffany

    Tiffany

    August 31, 2026

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