Charleston in a Nutshell Private Tours


2 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
2 - 7
Mobile ticket

Overview

Looking for a stress-free way to see Charleston? Join local guide Jeff Zimmerman on his 2 hour citywide private driving tour. Beat the crowds in a comfortable full sized weatherproof SUV. Experience Charleston your way as Jeff tailors your private tour to suit your own personal interests. As a licensed tour guide since 1997, Jeff provides a unique narrative on the city's history, eclectic architecture, culture, and even the natural world. You will not only visit the must-see places but also get off the beaten path and get closer to less touristy nooks that are off limits to carriage and bus tours.

Inclusions

  • Private transportation

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Joe Riley Waterfront Park, Concord Street Vendue Range, Charleston, SC 29401-2129

Waterfront Park is a picturesque destination that offers sightseers a breathtaking panoramic view of Charleston harbor. Here you get unobstructed views of the Ravenel Bridge, the U.S.S. Yorktown at Patriots Point, and Fort Sumter.

Stop At: Dock Street Theater, 135 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401-2899

In 1736, the Dock Street Theatre opended. The Dock Street Theatre was the first building in America built exclusively to be used for theatrical performances.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: The Citadel, 171 Moultrie St, Charleston, SC 29409-0002

Founded in 1842, The Citadel is one of six senior military colleges and with over 2300 in the South Carolina Corps of Cadets, the Citadel is one of the largest uniformed bodies in the U.S. with the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. The college is located on a 300 acres along the banks of the Ashely River.

Pass By: Rainbow Row, 79 E Bay St # 107, Charleston, SC 29401-2544

Rainbow is the longest continuous cluster of intact Georgian row houses in America. Highlighted by beautiful pastel colors it is one of the most photographed parts of the city.

Stop At: Battery & White Point Gardens, East Battery & Murray Blvd., Charleston, SC 29401

Located at the tip of the peninsula, or what locals like to say "where the Ashley and Cooper rivers come together and form the Atlantic Ocean." Also known as Oyster Point, the location provides beautiful views of Fort Sumter and the harbor. Overlooking the park are some of Charleston's most impressive southern Mansions.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: St. Michael's Church, 71 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401-2902

St. Michael's Church, circa 1761 is the oldest church in downtown charleston and represents ecclesiastical law at the Four Corners of Law. The churchyard is resting place of two signers of the U.S. Constitution, John Rutledge and Charles Cotesworth Pinckney.

Pass By: Charleston City Hall, 80 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401-2225

Built on the site of a colonial marketplace, this Adamesque building initially served as The First Bank of the United States. In 1818, it became the City Hall and now represents municipal law at the Four Corners of Law. One of the most beautiful buildings in the city, it was constructed between 1801 and 1804 on a site set aside as part of the civic square laid out in the Grand Modell, the 17th century plan of the city.

Pass By: Hampton Park, 30 Mary Murray Dr, Charleston, SC 29403-4112

At 60 acres, this beautiful park is the largest on the peninsula. Once the site of the Washington Race Course, today centuries old Live Oaks and Southern Magnolia trees encircle it's lush gardens

Pass By: Charleston County Courthouse, 84 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401-2201

This neoclassical building was designed by Irish architect James Hoban and is likely the model for Hoban's most famous building, the U.S. White House, both buildings are modeled after the Leinster House, the current seat of the Irish Parliament in Dublin.

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Beth_P
September 2023

The perfect tour. My husband and I only had a weekend in Charleston and this was the perfect tour. We were driven in a luxury vehicle all around the the city and heard the history of Charleston. Bonus was the information about the architecture of the the city. Would take this tour again.

genew746
September 2023

Jeff Zimmerman did an excellent tour and was very thorough. It was an informative and a pleasant way to see the sights.

Francis_S
September 2023

An excellent thorough tour of Charleston. Jeff is a true lover of the city and shows it off well. Friendly, attention, informative, responsive, humorous. Very comfortable vehicle. We saw much more than I expected.

Raven B
September 2023

Outstanding guide. Very knowledgeable and kind. Would not have known to Google many of the sites he took us too nor the historical background.

Mary_D
September 2023

Jeff was very knowledgeable. He did a very good job explaining all the areas. Love hearing about the Citadel.

Joan_B
September 2023

An efficient way to get the lay of the land. We enjoyed seeing the Citadel. Jeff was very knowledgeable.

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