Charleston Self Guided Walking Tour
Charleston's past is alive and vibrant, waiting to be discovered around every corner. Go at your own pace, anytime, 24/7/365 on this smartphone guided (app/gps) walking tour.
On this tour you’ll see Charleston’s historic downtown, including the famous Rainbow Row, The battery, multiple alley ways, hidden gems, a hidden entranceway to a famous graveyard, 2 parks, statues and so much more!
Along the way you’ll learn the stories of the holy city, the people, the civil war, the battery, GW, Edgar Allan Poe, the history of the buildings, the streets, the fences and the city’s soul. If you like to wonder the streets and wonder what’s the history of this tour, then this tour is for you.
Charlestonians are known for taking it slow, and so should you. This tour is designed to go at your own pace. Stop anytime to explore more and continue when you are ready. The tour never expires, and you can take it as many times as you want!
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Charleston Self Guided Walking Tour
What's included in Charleston Self Guided Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Gateway Walk
The tour starts at gateway walk where you'll get a chance to walk through a easy to find but little known pathway to the : Unitarian Church Cemetery and hear the connection to Edgar Allan Poe.
Who's Poogan? Learn about the dog that named the restaurant and see his stone outside. This is also one of the best souther restaurants you'll find. Yum.
Gibbes Museum of ArtPass-by Only
The tour stops outside the museum and you'll learn about the history of Charleston's art scene, southern art and the history of the building.
Inclusions
- The tour never expires, go anytime.
- Tour on our walking Tour app for one tour
- Go at your own pace and schedule, 24/7/365
- No food, admission, drinks or in person guide, this is all navigated by the walking tour app
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The tour starts at the gate of gateway walk just to the left of 163 King St, Charleston, SC 29401. There you will see a gate. Once you get there please open your walking tour app and press start tour. You'll be guided around the city.
End Points
- The tour ends at the iconic Rainbow row where you'll hear about how it came to be and get a chance to get a photo of the famous buildings.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Thank you for booking the Historic Downtown, King Street, Battery and Rainbow Row Walking Tour. This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text +1-617-991-3269. Your ticket is below. Quick overview: 1. Get the WalknTours app 2. Register 3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code poe0612 to unlock it Full ticket: HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR *Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code poe0612 *If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code poe0612 Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android. https://onelink.to/ffpuug Step 2: Register an Account or Login Step 3: Open the Tour Select Charleston Select the Historic Downtown, King Street, Battery and Rainbow Row Walking Tour and click it. Click "Enter Experience Code" Enter the Experience Code poe0612 Click apply The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime. To take the tour go Gateway Walk Entrance just to the left of 163 King St, Charleston, SC 29401. Have questions? Email us [email protected] or text 617-991-3269.
