Come explore the rich, extensive history of the Holy City! Charleston's streets run deep with stories of glory and pain, of splendor and darkness. In this 120 minute tour you'll see some of Charleston's most storied sights and learn the history that makes our Kingdom by the Sea one of the most beautiful, remarkable, and memorable cities in America! We will share with you our in-depth knowledge of Charleston. There are so many fascinating and innovative people and events that have occurred on such a small little peninsula. Touring with Revolutionary Charleston you will see the City through the eyes of licensed tour guides that cherish Charleston for her beauty and her flaws.

Go kayaking safely, with the help of a guide
Kayaks and safety equipment will be provided
Paddle along the lake in a kayak built for two
Borrow a drybag at no extra cost

What To Expect

Rainbow Row

Rainbow Row refers to the row of pastel-colored historic homes located on East Bay Street, just along the Battery. As one of Charleston’s most iconic sites, you can visit this area on any given day and see couples getting their photos taken for engagements or weddings, along with a drove of tourists trying to get a good photograph of the stunning houses.
• Admission Ticket Free

Charleston City Market

Dating to the late 18th Century, the Charleston City Market is a National Historic Landmark spanning four city blocks. Home to more than 300 daily vendors, this is one of the nation’s oldest and largest public markets.
• Admission Ticket Free

Fort Sumter National Monument

Fort Sumter is a sea fort built on an artificial island protecting Charleston, South Carolina from naval invasion. Its origin dates to the War of 1812 when the British invaded Washington by sea. It was still incomplete in 1861 when the Battle of Fort Sumter began the American Civil War.
We will look from the sea wall, but not visit the fort as it sits int he middle of Charleston Harbor
• Admission Ticket Free

Old Slave Mart Museum

The current structure was once part of a complex of buildings known as Ryan’s Mart. The complex had a brick wall enclosed yard, a four-story building that contained a “barracoon” or slave jail, a kitchen and a morgue.
We will visit and tell stories about the mart but not enter.
• Admission Ticket Free

Circular Congregational Church

Circular Congregational Church of Charleston, SC was founded in 1681 and is one of the oldest continuously worshipping congregations in the South. We will walk past, but not enter.
• Admission Ticket Free

Battery & White Point Gardens

Located in the heart of Charleston’s historic district, this prominent landmark provides a spectacular view of Fort Sumter and Charleston Harbor, where the Ashley and Cooper rivers empty into the Atlantic Ocean. It was first used as a public garden in 1837. With the outbreak of the Civil War, it became a fortification for the city.
• Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Wheelchair accessible
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Include

Amazing Stories of Charleston

Exclude

Bottled water