Charleston History and Horticultural Tours

2 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Broad Street, one of the oldest streets in Charleston — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Water views of Ft Sumter and Ft Moultrie — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

My tour is about the people that settled in Charleston and why they chose this city. By the time the Revolutionary war started Charleston was the wealthiest city in America and our homes and gardens reflected this. Status was associated with your house and also your garden. Because of this, Charlestonians employed many Gardeners and Nurserymen from Europe who brought with them plants seen in many gardens today. Charlestonians (women and men) corresponded with the Royal Society of London members and John Bartram of Philadelphia regarding plants both for export and import. The history of the city, its people, architecture and plants is fascinating and I love sharing it.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Charleston History and Horticultural Tours

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–5 years) · Youth (6–16 years) · Adults (17–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water

Itinerary

Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon

Passing by

Your guide will explain why this is one of the most important building in Colonial America and the events that took place in and surrounding the building.
Rainbow Row

Passing by

One of the most photographed spots in the city. A charming row of 18th century homes that inspired the preservation movement here in Charleston.
Edmondston-Alston House

Passing by

From this House Museum site, you will learn about the history of a plantation family along with views and the history of the Revolutionary War Fort Moultrie (1st decisive victory over the British) and Civil War Ft Sumter (where the Civil War began)
Battery & White Point Gardens

Passing by

You will see Magnificent Live Oaks and learn about where the 1st settlers landed and why they ended up where Charleston is now.
Stop 5

Passing by

This quaint street was a finger of land extending out into the marsh in the 18th century. You will see many homes dating back to the 1700s and learn about their history and peeks into some beautiful gardens while learning about the history of the plants that people now associate with the South. We will stop occasionally for photos and peeks!
Heyward-Washington House

Passing by

Another house museum, the 1st one in Charleston. You will learn about the Heyward family (signer of the Declaration of Independance) and George Washington who did sleep here on his Tour of the South in 1791. The house also has a period style garden which I will talk about as well.
Stop 7

Passing by

Oldest Episcopal congregation in the city and its wrought iron gates are one of the few prewar examples left in the city.
Stop 8

Passing by

This is the oldest church building in the city. You will learn about the famous bells and how the corner which St Michaels occupies came to be call the "Four Corners of Law"
Stop 9

Passing by

You will learn about the different styles of architecture, how the enslaved people arrived in the city and how they contributed to the many different areas of the city. We will also talk about the numerous disasters the city has survived.
Stop 10

Passing by

We will follow the path of the Old City Wall and learn about the various occupations the early settlers had and how they contributed to the growth of the city. We will also walk down a few hidden alleys to get a sneak peak of the city and its gardens.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Washington Square Park next to City Hall

End point

Washington Square Park next to City Hall

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We will not be going inside any building and the travel time is already included in the total duration of the two-hour walking tour.