All tours are private and can be customized. Sample itineraries are below, or we can create an itinerary specifically for you. Sites include plantations, antebellum chapels, historic battlefields and ruins, and magnificent landscapes. If you’re ready to explore historic places whose patina hasn’t been polished up for the tourist market, we invite you to experience a day you’ll never forget.

Go beyond the traditional carriage or walking tour.

Some of our popular tours include:

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Architectural & Historic Overview of Charleston

This two-hour walking tour of Charleston's Old & Historic District focuses on three centuries of architecture and culture to be found within the heart of the Holy City.

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A Day on the Cooper River: The Colonial Frontier

We'll explore everything from the forgotten grave of a Revolutionary War hero to Henry Laurens' plantation to the Lost Village of Childsbury on this tour.

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The French Santee: Cradle of Antebellum Wealth

Arriving in the late 17th century, French Huguenots helped created the wealthiest colony in North America here, supplying most of the world's demand for rice and indigo.

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Historic District and Plantations

If you want to see as much of Charleston as possible in a single day, this combination of touring the Downtown Historic District and a plantation is a great choice for you.

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The Artistry of Philip Simmons' Ironwork

Much of the beauty we find along Charleston's historic streets can be attributed to Philip Simmons, one of the greatest artisans of the 20th century, who forged much of Charleston's deccorative ironwork.

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Savannah: Charleston's Sister City

One of our most popular tours takes us for a full day visit to Savannah, Ga., where we'll explore the similarities and contrasts between the histories, architecture, and cultures of this historic city and Charleston.

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Charleston's Amazingly Historic Parking Lots

Some of Charleston's most historic sites have been discreetly paved over, now parking lots people pass every day without knowing the history made here. It's a tour that's different, educational & entertaining

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King Cotton: Charleston's Sea Islands

Our tour of the Lowcountry's Sea Islands explores the natural and culinary history of a place that was once home to vast plantations of long-staple sea island cotton, a landscape that is quickly vanishing.

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The Public Square: The darker side of our history

Not for the faint of heart or first-time visitors to Charleston. The city's Public Square takes a frank look at a history many might prefer to forget. For those who want a deeper dive.

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The American Revolution in Charles Town

Celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary remembering the places, people, and events that played a role in its founding. A great tour for those who prefer a short walk.

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Lost Charleston: Memories of a forgotten past

This tour explores the cherished places and traditions that disasters, time, progress and fashion have relegated to history. Based on Leigh's book of the same title.

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Let's start planning your tour

Whether you're ready to reserve a tour, have a question, or simply want to talk about the things you'd like to see during your time in Charleston, please contact us at: Email: charlestonraconteurs@gmail.com Phone: 843-670-2654 Address: 719 Lake Frances Drive, Charleston, SC 29412

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