Charleston Pirate History Walking Tour
Trace Charleston's pirate-era past with researched stories and a historic bar stop
Duration
90 minutes
Includes
Guided walk, historic bar stop
Highlights
Explore Charleston's Age of Piracy through stories of maritime trade, smuggling, colonial justice, and daily life. Follow a history-forward route that separates documented evidence from later legend.
- Trace colonial streets, alleys, and landmarks tied to Charleston's maritime past
- Discover stories of piracy, privateering, commerce, law, defenses, and architecture
- Pause at a historic bar selected for its atmosphere, with the location subject to change
- Learn how primary-source research informs an ethical interpretation of pirate lore
What's Included
- Guided walking tour
- Historic bar stop
Important details
- Arrive 10–15 minutes early
- Ages 21+ only
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for bar entry and alcohol purchases
- Alcohol is not included in the listed price
- Expect an outdoor walking experience; the bar stop is the only expected indoor location
- Expect routes, story locations, and the featured bar to vary with weather, operating hours, construction, special events, or group needs
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with 24 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. No refunds for no-shows.
FAQs
The tour is primarily outdoors on public streets and sidewalks. The bar stop is the only expected indoor location; admission to historic buildings is generally not included and cannot be guaranteed.
Your guide will send any meeting-location changes by text and email about one hour before the tour.
Optional three-card tarot readings with personalized interpretation may be available after the walking tour.
Meeting details
160 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401
