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THE 10 BEST Charleston City Tours

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1. Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

2. 90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

3. Charleston See-It-All Sightseeing Bus Tour

4. Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour

5. Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard

6. Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Sightseeing Tour of Historic Charleston

7. Charleston in a Nutshell Private Tours

8. Charleston's Historic Residential Horse and Carriage Tour

9. Savor the Flavors of Charleston Walking Food Tour

10. Historic Charleston Walking Tour: Rainbow Row, Churches, and More

11. Myrtle Beach to Charleston with Horse & Carriage Ride, Harbor Cruise, Boone Hall

12. Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

13. Charleston Farm-to-Table Food Tour and Chef's Challenge

14. Charleston Horse & Carriage Historic Sightseeing Tour

15. Private Historic Horse & Carriage Tour of Charleston

16. Charleston History, Homes, and Architecture Guided Walking Tour

17. Small-Group Tour: Charleston Old Walled City Historical Walking Tour

18. Historic Charleston Tour, Civil War in Charleston Tour

19. Charleston History and Architecture Walking Tour

20. Charleston's Savor the Flavors of Upper King Street Walking Food Tour

21. Charleston's Best History Walking Tour - 10 AM

22. Charleston Historical Walking Tour: Pirates, Patriots, and More

23. Private Daytime or Evening Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston

24. SMALL group Historic Walking Tours with certified guides

25. The Best Walking Tour in Charleston!

26. Historic Charleston: 2-hour Private Highlights Walking Tour

27. 2-Hours Roaring 20s Premium Cocktail Walking Tour

28. Lowcountry History Strolls

29. The Best Evening History Tour in Charleston!

30. Private Chauffeur & Admission to Middleton & Magnolia Plantation + Box Lunch

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• Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
• Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour
• 90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
• Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour
• Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard
• Harbor Bar Pedal Boat Tours Charleston
• Folly Beach Adventures
• Lowcountry Walking Tours
• Oyster Point Historic Walking Tours
• Free Tours by Foot
• Pineapple Tour Group
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• Heart Of Charleston Walking Tours
• Miss Alice Tours
• Laughing Gull Tours
• Charleston Sole Walking Tours
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Historic Walking Tours of Charleston, SC

Walks of Charleston offers the best behind-the-scenes cultural history tours. Our walking tours take you to the Holy City’s most intriguing destinations.

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From its well-preserved architecture to its rich history, vibrant culture and breathtaking views, you can’t help but fall in love with Charleston, South Carolina’s oldest city.

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Charleston History Tour

Discover the essentials of historic Charleston on this leisurely walking tour with our knowledgeable tour guides.

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Charleston’s Alleys and Hidden Passages

This is the most popular tour offered by our sister company, Lowcountry Walking Tours, which specializes in small-group tours for a more intimate experience.

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Our walking tours feature some of the best tour guides in Charleston , and they can’t wait to share the stories that date back as far as the city’s 1670 birth. Our tours feature stops such as Rainbow Row, the French Quarter, and the Battery. We also delve a little deeper into the city’s history, divulging information you won’t find in many history books.

All of our tour guides at Walks of Charleston have taken the rigorous Charleston Tour Guide Exam and are licensed by the City of Charleston and are extremely passionate about the past. They’re experienced storytellers who make the lore ripe in your imagination. Our guides are one of the best sources you can find in the city for history — and the best in the city for a guided walking tour of the Lowcountry.

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"The historic tour of Charleston was an enjoyable, informative experience. The guide was very knowledgeable on the area and was able to show us some of the more quirky parts of Charleston. She also made a strong effort to ensure there was plenty of opportunity to ask questions and answered all of the questions asked. I would recommend this tour!"

"Our walk started at the beautiful city hall building. Amy, our tour guide, was adorably sweet, dressed in all shades of pink and beige from her hat to her boots. She's very very knowledgeable and friendly and answered all of our questions with grace and authority. You can tell she really loves her city and loves sharing it with visitors. My husband is so convinced that he now wants to move here. Great job Amy! Thank you for an amazingly insiteful tour."

"Second walking tour of Charleston and I would say amazing. Our guide, Evans, is a born and raised Charleston guy. He knows everything, I actually took notes so I could take my husband on the walk the next day. Good stories. Only one thing is 2 hours is enough by then everyone is brain dead. I would highly recommend this tour, plus he guided several of us to a restaurant with a fabulous lunch, Poogan’s porch."

"I have been on several tours of Charleston, but Amy walked us by and through places I had never been as well as a few of the places other tours include. After finding out where your members were from and their interests, she included information in her tour that touched on those. She also provided a list of favorite places both downtown and in nearby areas. Though we saw many places, I didn’t feel like I was rushed from one place to the next."

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Explore the best of Charleston with our premier walking tour company! Charleston Tours offers a unique experience that sets us apart from other tours. Our expert guides will take you on a journey through the city, showcasing its rich history, stunning architecture and delicious food with our guided tours. From our popular Food Tours to our Pirates and Ghosts Tour, we have something for everyone. Join us and discover the hidden gems of Charleston with Charleston Tours – your go-to walking tour company in the city! Book a tour with us today and experience Charleston like a local with cool tours that stand out from the rest!

History & Architecture Tour

Experience the best of Charleston with our popular History and Architecture Tour. Join us as we take you on an immersive journey through secret alleys and colorful corridors, uncovering the city’s rich history and colorful architecture. Our expert guides will provide fascinating insights into Charleston’s past and present, making this tour an unforgettable experience. Book your spot on Charleston’s most popular tour today and discover the hidden treasures of this beautiful city!

Charleston Food Tour

Indulge in Charleston’s local cuisine with our food tour, located in the heart of the city’s Historic District! Join us and savor a wide variety of world-famous dishes, while discovering the rich history and culture of Charleston. Wether you’re a foodie or just looking for things to do in Charleston, our expert guides will take you on a culinary journey that you’ll never forget.  Book your Charleston Food Tour today and satisfy your appetite with the best local fare in the city!

The Pirates and Ghosts Tour

Experience the dark and mysterious side of Charleston with our popular Pirates and Ghosts Tour! Join us on this fun-filled journey and learn about the city’s infamous pirate history, including Black Beard’s invasion of Charleston. Our expert guides will take you through haunted alleyways and eerie corridors, sharing spine-chilling stories of ghosts and pirate legends. If you’re interested in a unique and exciting Charleston Tour book our Pirate and Ghost Tour today and discover the hidden secrets of this historic city. 

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CHARLESTON TOURS & EVENTS

The best way to experience all of the beauty, history, and romantic appeal of the largest and most storied city in South Carolina is with Charleston Tours & Events. Offering a wide variety of cruise options on Charleston Harbor to an array of sightseeing tours and carriage rides on land, Charleston Tours & Events shows you all of the best of Charleston.

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Enjoy the beauty of the Charleston Harbor and learn the rich history of the Holy City on one of our relaxing Sightseeing Tours.

Take in all the incredible sights and sounds of Charleston from a comfortable and climate-controlled bus.

We make it fun and easy for vacationers to see and experience the best that South Carolina has to offer with day trips between Myrtle Beach and Charleston.

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Save time and money with Charleston Tours & Events Combination Tours! With so many historical landmarks and places of interest, it’s impossible to take in everything Charleston has to offer on just one tour. That’s why we offer a variety of combination tours that let you pick and choose what you want to see when you want to see it.

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Get the ultimate close-up look at the history and grandeur of the holy city on Adventure Sightseeing Bus tours in Charleston. Our tour guides will take you through the best Charleston sightseeing in our air-conditioned, comfortable buses. Offering more sights than any other tour, we offer the top sightseeing in Charleston!

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Exploring the historic and beautiful city of Charleston is the perfect group activity! Take your group—school class, senior home, church group, book club, or any social group and experience Charleston in an up-close-and-personal way that the group will cherish forever. We offer a variety of group tours to choose from.

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Plan the perfect day trip from Myrtle Beach to Charleston—the gem of a city that readers of both Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast voted the #1 destination in the U.S.! We’ll pick you up at your hotel, bring you to Charleston and bring you back after you experience the best of the city on tours including Palmetto Carriage Works, Boone Hall Plantation, and more.

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Historic City Tour and Fort Sumter Tour

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• Hour Glass Duration: 5 hours
• Map Marker Departure Location: 375 Meeting St, Charleston, SC

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Tour the City & Fort Sumter on a Combo Tour

Experience the Old Market area and the historic homes and churches where generations of Charlestonians worked, lived, and worshiped.

Step out of the air-conditioned minibus onto the famous Battery Seawall. See and hear about Fort Sumter, the Harbor of History, and the Aircraft Carrier Yorktown at Patriots Point.

PLUS enjoy a cruise to historic Fort Sumter “where the Civil War began.” The Fort Sumter tour lasts 2 1/4 hours and may be taken with the city tour.

Your Ticket Includes

• 90-minute guided tour of historic Charleston
• Cruise to historic Fort Sumter. Includes a 30-minute cruise to the fort, approx. one hour on Fort Sumter for visitation and a 30-minute return cruise.
• Tours run consecutively. Breaking tours up will not include complimentary transportation.
• Complimentary transportation to and from the Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center.
• Charleston’s Historic Homes
• The Battery Sea Wall
• Historic Churches
• Old Market Area
• The Four Corners of Law
• Rainbow Row
• Fort Sumter
• Aircraft Carrier Yorktown
• America’s longest cable-stayed bridge
• Charleston’s bustling Port

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• Please confirm date and times before submitting the reservation.
• Times listed denote City Tour portion only. Please allow extra time for combination tours.
• Please note that booking times are exact and not an arrival window.
• Changes may be made on a space-available basis.
• There is no hop on/off service in the city of Charleston.
• Must cancel scheduled tour 24 hours prior to tour departure time in order to receive a full refund.
• All Gray Line City Tours depart from the Charleston Visitors Center located at 375 Meeting Street.
• Boat Vouchers: Gray Line guests will receive vouchers for boat passage to Fort Sumter upon check-in with the Gray Line dispatcher.
• We are committed to responsible tourism and traveler safety.

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Historic City Tour

Enjoy your tour through the beautiful city of Charleston and discover over 300 years of history in the streets of this must-visit location on a Gray Line bus tour.

Historic City Tour & Charleston Museum

Enjoy your tour of Charleston as your guide points out important sights, and visit the Charleston Museum to learn all about the South Carolina Lowcountry and natural history.

Historic City Tour & Southern Mansion Combo

See historic Charleston’s many points of interest and tour the interior of a fully restored southern mansion on this exciting combo tour with Gray Line.

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32 Best Tours In Charleston SC in 2024

Welcome to the charming city of Charleston, South Carolina which I have made my home since 2007. Living here as long as I have, I have had the opportunity to take a lot of tours of The Holy City. I have compiled a list of the best tours in Charleston SC to help you find the perfect one.

Charleston is renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture, making it the perfect destination for an unforgettable tour experience.

From ghostly excursions through haunted alleyways to strolls along picturesque houses, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in this captivating city.

With so many tours to choose from, you’ll have the opportunity to delve into the fascinating history of this coastal city and uncover hidden gems that will leave you in awe. Whether you’re a visitor exploring Charleston for the first time or a local looking for new adventures, you’re in for a treat.

So, grab your walking shoes, bring your sense of adventure, and get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart and soul of Charleston, South Carolina.

Best Tours In Charleston SC: Quick Picks

Are you in a hurry? Here is a quick list of some of the best tours in Charleston SC to get you started.

Walking Tour- The Best Of Charleston: History, Culture, and Architecture Tour

Ghost Tour – Charleston Ghost & Graveyard Night-Time Guided Walking Tour

Food Tour – Charleston Food Tour

Carriage Tour – Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Sightseeing Tour of Historic Charleston

Outer Banks Netflix Show – Outer Banks Film Locations Tour

Best Walking Tours In Charleston SC

I have found that Charleston is an amazing city to walk around and explore. The historic downtown area is not too big and you can easily walk around and see everything you want. Because the peninsula is small and walkable, it makes it perfect for amazing walking tours.

There are many different walking tours to take in Charleston. Most tours, that are walking tours, will be history-based since Charleston has a rich history . So please put on your comfortable shoes and take in everything that made Charleston what it is today and enjoy these best walking tours in Charleston SC.

1. The Best of Charleston: History, Culture & Architecture Tour

Your guide will meet you at The Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon and take you on a journey through the history of Charleston. You will pass by and learn about historic buildings like Dock Street and the Old Slave Mart.

• Get Your Tickets Here For The Best Of Charleston History, Culture & Architecture Tour

2. Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

This 2-hour walking tour will take you around historic Charleston, teaching you about amazing events that happened right under your feet. You will see many of Charleston’s historic sites along with a view of Ft. Sumter in Charleston Harbor.

• Get Your Tickets Here For Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

3. Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour

This is a small-group walking tour that makes this a more personalized experience. Enjoy while you walk through some of the most historic locations in Charleston while being led through some locations that are off the beaten path.

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4. Charleston Historical Walking Tour With A Professor Of History At The Citadel

Enjoy a tour by a Ph.D. in History who teaches at Charleston’s own Citadel. This is a small-group tour that stops at about a dozen locations to give you a unique learning experience from someone who has spent his life learning about the history of Charleston.

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Best Ghost Tours In Charleston SC

I have found in my time in Charleston that almost everyone loves ghost tours. Usually, I am asked by nearly everybody, “Which ghost tour should I take”?

I completely get it too. Charleston is one of the most haunted cities in The United States. There are many different tours to choose from. The majority of the ghost tours are walking tours and will take you all around the historic downtown area.

Ghost tours are some of my favorite tours in Charleston. Here are the ones that I recommend that you should try for the best ghost tours in Charleston SC.

1. Charleston Ghost & Graveyard Night-Time Guided Walking Tour

Learn all about the dark, grisly history of Charleston in this tour as you stroll through graveyards, historic locations, and spooky corridors in the historic district of Charleston. Learn about the ghosts that haunt these locations and their stories for why they are still here.

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2. Ghosts Of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour With Unitarian Church Graveyard

Listen to tales of dark deeds from your tour guide as they take you through the heart of the historic district. With this great ghost tour, you will get exclusive after-hours access to the haunted graveyard of the Unitarian Church.

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3. Charleston Pirates And Ghosts Tour

A little spin on the traditional ghost tour. Charleston has a rich history of pirates and it blends so well with the haunts and horrors of the haunted Holy City. Learn about ghosts and pirates in this 2-for-1 tour and visit the famous Old City Jail.

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4. Charleston’s Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

Enjoy this great ghost tour by the popular Pleasing Terrors Podcast host, Mike Brown. This tour will take you throughout the historic district and have you learn about all the ghostly stories that make Charleston one of the most haunted cities in the country.

• Get Your Tickets Here For Charleston’s Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

Best Food Tours In Charleston SC

Charleston is one of the best culinary hot spots in the country. There are many award-winning chefs in The Holy City’s restaurant scene. Visitors come from all over the world just to enjoy the food scene that Charleston offers.

With so many choices out there of places to go and restaurants to try, food tours are the best way to get an idea of what Charleston has. Come hungry and come ready to taste some of the best food that Charleston gives you. Enjoy the savory selections with these best food tours in Charleston SC.

1. Charleston Food Tour

This amazing food tour takes you around to some of the best restaurants in the historic district. Skip the lines at many of these places to sample the best Southern cuisine in Charleston. Between stops, you will learn more about the city of Charleston as you pass by famous landmarks.

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2. Downtown Charleston Food Tour

Enjoy this great food tour as you go to 4 different restaurants taking the amazing flavors that Charleston has to offer. This is a smaller group tour making it more intimate. Taste the food from the French Quarter and Market areas. Bring that sweet tooth because the last stop is to get dessert.

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3. Savor The Flavors Of Charleston Walking Food Tour

This small-group food tour is hosted by Bulldog Tours, one of Charleston’s best tour companies. They will take you around the historic district giving you a true sampling of Lowcountry food delights. Enjoy staples of Charleston like South Carolina BBQ to stone-ground grits.

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4. Charleston Farm-To-Table Food Tour And Chef’s Challenge

Enjoy this food tour with a local chef who uses seasonal produce to create some of the best-tasting food that you will have. Take your time to enjoy this farm-to-table experience with a 5+ course meal to leave you happy and fulfilled.

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5. Dessert With Death In Charleston

A mixture of two great ideas: dessert and ghosts. Have a blast hearing amazing Charleston ghost stories as you indulge with a 5-course dessert. Make sure to bring your own alcoholic drinks to make the evening even better with this unique food tour.

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6. Sip History In A Secret Speakeasy Cocktail Class

Now one for all you drink lovers out there. During this tour, you will learn about the history of prohibition in Charleston from Tommy “Alchemy” Paul. You will learn how to make prohibition-style classic cocktails and at the end, get to enjoy drinking them as well.

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Best Carriage Tours In Charleston SC

When you visit Charleston, you will see one of the more iconic ways to take a tour of the city, by horse and carriage. While walking or driving around the historic district, you will notice a lot of carriage tours happening.

To me, hearing the sound of the hooves, with the “click-clat” sound, just takes my mind back to what it was like during the colonial days. The horses, the historic homes, and hearing the stories. It puts it all together for me.

This is one of the most popular ways to tour Charleston. You can sit back and have a tour guide teach you all about the historic locations in these best carriage tours in Charleston SC.

1. Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Sightseeing Tour Of Historic Charleston

Meet up at the Big Red Barn to get your journey started. You will enjoy a great tour that takes you around the historic district of Charleston. Learn about the history, architecture, and stories that shaped Charleston into what it is today.

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2. Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

Enjoy this carriage tour as it takes you through the history of Charleston. You will learn about famous mansions, churches, and historic locations on this 30-block tour. Take in everything Charleston from colonial life to Charleston in The Civil War.

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3. Private Historic Horse & Carriage Tour Of Charleston

Don’t want to deal with a larger group as you learn about Charleston? Take this private carriage tour. This tour is for 1-4 people as you get a private tour of Charleston to learn about all the historic locations and houses.

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4. Haunted Evening Horse And Carriage Tour Of Charleston

Take a carriage tour with a spin on it. Enjoy a great tour after the sun goes down and learn the stories that still haunt The Holy City . See and hear about the most haunted locations in Charleston. This tour will take you to graveyards, churches, and even learn about The Provost Dungeon.

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Best Historic House Tours In Charleston SC

Charleston has many amazing historic houses to tour. Many of them are from Charleston’s Gilded Age. You will enjoy touring houses from the styles of Victorian and Antebellum eras. Be in awe of the history of Charleston as you see how the families lived in these amazing historic houses.

Many of these houses will take about 30 minutes to tour through. The best way to see the all is by purchasing a Charleston Tour Pass to save money. Learn all about these unique houses with these best historic house tours in Charleston SC.

• Aiken-Rhett House – 48 Elizabeth St, Charleston, SC 29403
• Heyward-Washington House – 87 Church St, Charleston, SC 29403
• Joseph Manigault House – 350 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403
• Nathaniel Russell House – 51 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401
• Get Your Charleston Tour Pass Here And Save Money When Visiting These Historic Houses

Best Boat Tours In Charleston SC

A great way to see Charleston is by boat while on the water . There is just something about the wind in the hair and the salt in the air. Being on the water is one of my favorite things to do in Charleston.

You can see many historic landmarks and houses while you take an amazing trip around Charleston Harbor and the surrounding rivers. If you are lucky, you will get to see dolphins as you do your tours. Get some sun and feel the salt air with the best boat tours in Charleston SC.

1. Charleston Harbor History Day-Time Or Sunset Boat Cruise

Enjoy this boat tour during the day or at sunset as you tour the Cooper River and Charleston Harbor learning about Charleston’s history. You will board and begin your tour at the Charleston Maritime Center. Sit back and enjoy the views from your boat as you learn about Charleston.

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2. Private Luxury Sailing Charters, BYOB & Dolphins

This tour is made for a more intimate, smaller group. Take in Charleston as you sail around the harbor in a sailboat. Bring drinks and a picnic to make it a complete experience. You will leave from The City Marina and head out to get some of the best views of Charleston.

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3. Charleston Marsh Eco Boat Cruise With Stop At Morris Island Lighthouse

Take a boat tour that is off the beaten path from the rest. This tour takes you around the beautiful marsh areas of Charleston and starts on Bowens Island. See some of the awe-inspiring views that make The Lowcountry unique. You will stop at the famous Morris Island Lighthouse and see dolphins on this amazing small-group tour.

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4. 2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour In Charleston

Take a completely different style of a boat tour, do it by kayak. Slow down and take in the tidal salt marshes that help make Charleston beautiful. You will get a great chance to get to see many different animals like dolphins and Loggerhead turtles. You will depart from Bowens Island to start your tour. Get your cameras ready to take some amazing photos.

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Best Bus Tours In Charleston SC

Charleston is a very walkable city, but if you are not able to walk too far, there are great options to tour the city by bus. Besides a lot of walking, it can also be really hot and humid in the summer months in Charleston. So what better way to tour the city than by an air-conditioned bus?

You will be able to sit back and relax as you are driven around the city taking in all the views and learning from a great tour guide. Take in everything Charleston as you relax with these best bus tours in Charleston SC.

1. Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

Take a great tour in a minibus as you check out some of Charleston’s best sites. Learn about Charleston’s great locations from Rainbow Row to The Battery . Get out of the heat and enjoy a great air-conditioned tour.

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2. City Bus Tour With Charleston Museum Admission

Enjoy this great tour that takes you around many great locations like Colonial Lake and Whitepoint Gardens. You will learn all about Charleston’s history and what made Charleston so important in America’s history. With this tour, you will also get an admission ticket to the Charleston Museum.

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3. Sightseeing Bus Tour Of Charleston By Southern Accent Tours

Enjoy this tour that takes you all around Charleston from Fort Sumter National Museum to the Charleston City Market. Beat the heat and enjoy this tour by a guide whose family sailed into Charleston Harbor in 1740.

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Best Plantation Tours In Charleston SC

Every great trip to Charleston should include a visit to one of the many amazing plantations. With Charleston being in the South, there is a strong history that involves slavery and plantations. Charleston has hit this head-on and displays it very respectfully and educationally.

Enjoy learning about the history of these plantations and the people who worked the land. From house tours to garden tours, every plantation has something for everyone. Come with an open mind to learn as much as can with any of these best plantation tours in Charleston SC.

1. Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour With Transportation From Charleston

This tour is great for those staying in downtown Charleston as it provides transportation. Enjoy a walking tour of the gardens, a narrated drive to the plantation, a tour of the grounds on a tram, and a great house tour. This plantation has the best gardens. Learn more about Magnolia Plantation HERE .

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2. Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour With Transportation From Charleston

Rated at the #1 Plantation in the Charleston area. Take a tractor tour of the grounds at this still-working plantation or tour the house. There are 9 original cabins that slaves lived in that present the history of African Americans in the South. Make sure to enjoy the Gullah Culture Presentation. Learn more about Boone Hall Plantation HERE .

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3. Middleton Place Admission With Self Guided Tour And Lunch

Enjoy a great tour of Middleton Place, one of the most popular plantations in Charleston. With this tour, you will receive a 3-course lunch at the Middleton Place Restaurant. Get your camera and camera phones ready for picture-perfect photos in the oldest landscaped gardens in America. Learn more about Middleton Place HERE .

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Best Unique Tours In Charleston SC

If you are looking to do a tour that is different from “the norm”, try one of these. From seeing one of your favorite show’s locations to some fun day drinking, take one of these best unique tours in Charleston SC.

1. Outer Banks Film Locations Tour

Outer Banks is one of Netflix’s biggest TV shows. Did you know that the majority of it is shot in Charleston? Take this tour to see some of your favorite spots from the show. This is a must if you love Outer Banks.

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2. Paranormal Investigation: YOU Are The Ghost Hunter

This is a great spin on the classic ghost tours. With this tour, you are hooked up with and taught how to use the equipment to investigate ghost sightings and hauntings. Head out to some of the most haunted locations and see if you can find any paranormal activity.

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3. Create Your Very Own Custom Perfume Or Cologne In Charleston – Mix And Match

Looking for something really unique to do? You and a small group can get together and make your perfume or cologne in this class. Keep the perfume you make and a certificate of completion as you find the fragrance you have been searching for.

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4. Day Drinking Tour

Day drinking… enough said. It is so much fun to get away with the normal rules when on vacation. Like taking a day drinking tour and sampling great drinks. Enjoy 3 different brewery stops with 4 pours at each stop.

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If you are planning on being in Charleston for multiple days and looking to do a lot of tours, take a look at the tours included in the Charleston Tour Pass. I have found that you can save money if you are planning on taking the tours provided.

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How To Get Around Charleston SC

Charleston is an easy city to get around. There are plenty of options for you in The Holy City.

• Walking – Charleston is a very walkable city, especially the entire downtown area. The peninsula is not too large, so walking is easy.
• Rideshare – Rideshare is a major part of Charleston with lots of rides available.
• Taxis – Charleston has plenty of taxi options available including Charleston Green Taxi .
• Rickshaw – Downtown Charleston will have a lot of rickshaws available to use. They will get you to just about everywhere in the downtown Charleston area.
• Bikes – The city of Charleston also has invested in bikes that you can rent around the city. It is a great way to get around.

Where To Stay in Charleston SC

Charleston has many great hotel options to stay in while visiting. There are many areas where you can find the perfect hotel for your stay.

You can find great hotels from boutiques to ones with amazing dining options. You will find the perfect room for all that you need.

To find the perfect hotel for you and your location, check out my post below.

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Best Tours In Charleston SC: Conclusion

I am sure you will find as I have while living in Charleston, that it is a great city to explore. Charleston truly offers some of the best tours that you can experience.

I have always loved strolling through the historic streets, feeling the stories come to life as you learn about Charleston’s fascinating past. Or picturing yourself surrounded by the beauty of a plantation, imagining what life was like for those who lived there.

One of my favorites is, feeling the excitement as you hear chilling ghost tales and explore haunted locations. And don’t forget to let the gentle waves carry you away on a boat tour, taking in the breathtaking views of Charleston’s coastline. Or sampling some of Charleston’s best flavors in their award-winning restaurants.

So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to embark on an unforgettable adventure in Charleston. Book your tours and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime. Don’t miss out on the best tours in Charleston SC – start planning your trip today!

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Visit Charleston's top sights with an easygoing walking tour.

With plenty of secret alleyways and hidden gems, Charleston, South Carolina , is best explored on foot. To take in the Holy City's deep history, rich cuisine and vibrant scenery, slow down and see all the top attractions with a walking tour. U.S. News gathered 10 of the best walking tours in Charleston by consulting both traveler sentiment and expert opinion. Lace up your walking shoes and start exploring.

Two Sisters Tours

Price: From $25 Duration: 2 hours

Let longtime locals lead the way on a trip with Two Sisters Tours. On this two-hour history tour, sibling guides take you through the charming streets their family has called home for seven generations. You'll hear tales of Charleston's famous historical characters and the events that have shaped the city. Along the excursion – which explores about 18 city blocks – you'll pass signature landmarks, including St. Michael's Church and Rainbow Row . Reviewers love the informative guides and the "insider's perspective" they share as Charlestonians, as well as the tour's scenic route. Tourgoers also appreciate that guides don't sugarcoat Charleston's role in the American slave trade.

Tours run at 10:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday. There is an additional weekday tour at 2 p.m., weather permitting. Tickets start at $25 per person; reservations are required.

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Bulldog Tours – Savor the Flavors of Charleston Walking Food Tour

Price: From $90 Duration: 2.5 hours

From fried green tomatoes and collard greens to sweet tea and barbecue, Lowcountry cuisine is an integral element of the Charleston dining scene. On this 2 1/2-hour walking food tour, a local guide will take you and up to 11 other participants on a journey through the city to learn its history while making sure your inner foodie is fully satisfied. In total, you'll visit three restaurants and two specialty shops. Reviewers rave about the informative experience and variety of samples, as well as the helpful tour guides. Many suggest booking this tour for one of your first days in Charleston so you can make use of the guide's recommendations throughout the rest of your trip.

Tours leave at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily. Tickets cost approximately $90 per person and cover all tastings and water. Hungry for more? Bulldog Tours also hosts a walking tour dedicated to the restaurants and museums within the South of Broad neighborhood, such as the Edmondston-Alston House .

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Lowcountry Walking Tours – Charleston's Alleys and Hidden Passages

Price: From $30 Duration: 2 hours

Stroll through Charleston's picturesque alleys with the help of Lowcountry Walking Tours. During this two-hour tour, your guide will lead you through the network of lush (and often hidden) passages. Throughout the tour, you'll hear the historical anecdotes that tie the streets together. You'll visit between four and six alleyways within the historic district, as well as some other points of interest. Reviewers love the architectural angle and the charismatic, insightful guides.

Tickets cost approximately $30 per person. Tours depart at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily. When you're ready to see more, the company also hosts tours of historic downtown Charleston.

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Free Tours by Foot – Charleston Architecture Tour

Price: Free Duration: 2 hours

Did you know that Charleston's buildings feature every style of architecture? On this two-hour tour, your guide will teach you the city's vibrant history through its architecture. St. Philips Church, the Nathaniel Russell House and the Miles Brewton House are among the sights you'll learn about along the approximately 1.5-mile walk. Reviewers applaud the enthusiastic and accommodating guides and recommend the tour even for those who may not consider themselves architecture buffs.

While the cost is on a pay-what-you-like basis, there is a $3 administration fee per ticket and reservations are required. Tours are generally offered Monday and Thursday; exact times vary by day. Free Tours by Foot also hosts walking tours focused on ghost stories and the Civil War.

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Charleston Sole Walking Tours – History, Culture, & Architecture Tour

Price: Adults from $30; kids from $15 Duration: 2 hours

See Charleston through the eyes of a local with Charleston Sole Walking Tours. Brian Simms, a 10th-generation Charlestonian, or a member of his team will take you on a two-hour tour of the city. You'll stroll through hidden alleys and tree-lined streets to iconic landmarks and sites of famous Charleston historic events. Sights include St. Michael's Church, Rainbow Row, the Dock Street Theatre and the Old Slave Mart Museum. Your guide will go beyond the usual textbook tour, which reviewers love, and give you a rich walking layout of the city.

Tickets start at $30 for adults and $20 for children 6 to 12. Tours run at 9:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Charleston Sole also offers private and group tours.

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Walks of Charleston – Charleston History Tour

Price: Adults from $25; kids from $18 Duration: 2 hours

Satisfy your inner history buff with Walks of Charleston. On this roughly two-hour tour, you'll visit sites that date back to before the Civil War and Charleston's modern renaissance, including City Hall, the French Quarter and the Battery . Along the way, your guide will share stories of the city's founding, as well as insights into several of its signature buildings. Reviewers love the energy of the guides and the insider knowledge. If you're visiting Charleston in the summer, travelers recommend a morning tour to avoid the midday heat.

Tours are offered multiple times daily starting at 9:30 a.m. Tickets start at $25 per adult and $18 per child ages 6 to 12. Tickets for children 5 and younger are free. Walks of Charleston also hosts tours of the city's alleys and private tours with custom experiences.

Tour Charleston at Buxton Books – The Ghosts of Charleston Tour

Price: Adults from $35; students from $25 Duration: 80 minutes

Charleston is full of haunted tales, and there's no better way to acquaint yourself with the city's ghosts than on a walking tour. On this 80-minute excursion, a guide will lead you around the historic district past dusk to regale you with legends and supernatural occurrences derived from "The Ghosts of Charleston" book. During the evening stroll, you'll enter the Unitarian Church graveyard, a site that dates back to the late 1700s. Reviewers rave about the graveyard's eerie atmosphere and the educational, engaging tour guides. They also say this experience is suitable for families with kid ages 10 and older.

Tours are offered at 7:30, 8:30, 9 and 9:30 p.m. nightly. Tickets cost approximately $35 per adult and $25 for students with an ID; discounts are also available for seniors and members of the military. For a less spooky tour of the Holy City, consider the company's The Lost Stories of Black Charleston Tour.

Charleston Culinary Tours – Downtown Charleston Culinary Tour

Price: From $85 Duration: 2.5 hours

If you're looking to experience Charleston through your taste buds, allow Charleston Culinary Tours to oblige. On this 2 1/2-hour walking tour of the French Quarter and City Market , you'll experience the city's food and beverage scene with the help of a knowledgeable foodie guide. Stop into four local restaurants and learn about culinary history while sampling classic Lowcountry flavors. Reviewers love the samples of local cuisine and the historical tidbits from the knowledgeable guides.

Tours are offered multiple times a day (as early as 10 a.m. and as late as 4 p.m., depending on the day). Tickets cost approximately $85 per person. The company runs a variety of other tours, including a culinary tour of upper King Street.

Charleston History Walk by Eric Lager, Ph.D.

Price: Adults from $35; kids from $20 Duration: 2.5 hours

Let a history professor from The Citadel, a military college, show you around Charleston on this 2.5-hour tour. Led by Eric Lager, who has a doctorate in history, the tour covers everything from Charleston's founding in 1670 to the creation of the historic district in 1931. During the approximately 1.5-mile walk along the city's famous cobblestone streets, you'll pass by sites like the Heyward-Washington House , Huguenot Church, Fort Sumter and more. Travelers highly recommend this tour, praising its pace, the size (groups are limited to 10 people) and the passionate guide.

Tours are generally offered Monday through Friday at 2 p.m., though an additional 9:30 a.m. may be offered depending on the day. Ticket costs start at $35 for adults and $20 for kids age 7 to 17.

Oyster Point Historic Walking Tours – Highlights of Charleston Tour

Price: Adults from $30; kids from $20 Duration: 2 hours

Walk through the French Quarter and South of Broad neighborhoods on this approximately two-hour tour that offers plenty of sightseeing, in addition to a history lesson. As you stroll past sights like Rainbow Row, the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon and more, you'll learn about Charleston's history, architecture, economics and geography. Travelers applaud the tour guides for their personable, humorous and thought-provoking delivery, as well as their storytelling abilities. Reviewers say this tour is particularly well-suited for first-time visitors to Charleston.

The Highlights of Charleston Tour is available daily as early as 9 a.m. and as late as 3 p.m., depending on the day. Tickets start at $30 for adults and $10 for kids. Oyster Point Historic Walking Tours also runs a tour designed for visitors interested in the best photo spots around town; it's available by reservation only.

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Southern Charm

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Embrace the leisurely pace and charming allure of America’s southeast as you explore cobblestone streets, historic homes and unspoiled coastline. Discover antebellum Charleston and the history of Savannah with 2-night stays in each city. Visit Charleston’s City Market, one of the oldest public markets in America. Enjoy a trolley or walking tour of Savannah's sprawling Historic District. Spend two nights at the exclusive Jekyll Island Club, once described as “the richest, most exclusive club in the world.” See sea turtle rehabilitation in action at Jekyll Island’s Georgia Sea Turtle Center. Experience the unique charm and singular hospitality of America’s “Low Country” in South Carolina and Georgia.

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• 4 Choice on Tour Options

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• Historic Charleston
• Choice on Tour: Walking Tour or Fort Sumter Cruise in Charleston
• Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens

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Step back in time at the luxurious Jekyll Island Club.

• Get to know Charleston's cobblestoned streets, historic homes and restored buildings.

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• Explore Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens just outside of Charleston.

Visit the intriguing Mercer Williams House in Savannah.

See rehabilitation in action at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island.

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Enjoy a cooking demonstration and dinner showcasing regional specialties in Savannah.

• Choice on Tour: Savannah Trolley City Tour or Walking Tour
• St. Simons Island
• Jekyll Island
• Sea Turtle Hospital

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In Charleston, you have the choice between two activities. Your first option is to stroll through the historic center with a local guide, exploring hidden alleyways and quaint areas that are only accessible by foot. Your second option is to take a harbor cruise to Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. Meet with a ranger to learn about the history and then enjoy time to explore on your own. You will return to the mainland later in the afternoon. During the cruise portion, enjoy views of Battery Park, the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and Fort Moultrie.

In Savannah, you have the choice between two activities. Your first option is to stroll through the historic center with a local guide, exploring the city's beautiful squares and stunning antebellum arcitecture up close as your guide provides you with stories of Savannah's past and present. Your second option is to take a guided trolley tour covering a larger portion of the city from the comfort of an openair vehicle.

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Discover beautiful Charleston on a horse-drawn carriage ride through the Historic District. Settle into a relaxed pace of life as you absorb the timeless charm of this enchanting city. Your carriage driver will make the stories of Charleston come alive with commentary throughout your journey. Complete your Charleston experience with lunch at a local restaurant.

Get to know Charleston's cobblestoned streets, historic homes and restored buildings.

Explore Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens just outside of Charleston.

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Charleston Historic Church Tour

On this guided walking tour, you'll visit some of the most important historic churches in Charleston. Learn their history and secrets, while taking in the beauty of the city along the way.

Uncover the history of Charleston's most beautiful churches on this guided walking tour.

Churches in Charleston are known for having some of the best architectural features in the Country. On our guided tour of Charleston's most significant historic churches, you'll learn about what makes each church unique and the historical events that left their mark on each congregation.

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Please be prepared to walk approximately 1.2 miles on this tour.

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Charleston Historic Church Tour Info

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Adults (18+): $30.00 | Child 6-17: $15.00 | Ages 5 & under: Free

See Charleston's Historic Churches

As you're walking through Charleston's Historic District, you'll notice quaint, brightly-colored houses, beautiful parks, and historic churches.

On our Historic Church Tour you'll learn the story behind these churches - everything from their construction, to their impact on present-day Charleston. We'll also introduce you to some of the most influential people associated with them and uncover a secret or two along the way.

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John Fogerty Announces Extension of Celebration Tour in 2024

C reedence Clearwater Revival’s John Fogerty has been planning this year’s Celebration Tour for quite some time, and it looks like the tour is getting an additional extension before it even starts. The original tour dates spanned June and July, and now the next leg of the tour has been slated for August and September of this year. The new dates will span much of the US, including Wisconsin, Ohio, Michigan, Washington, Colorado, and more. The upcoming 2024 tour will feature supporting acts George Thorogood And The Destroyers, Hearty Har, and a to-be-announced surprise guest.

The extended John Fogerty Celebration Tour will launch on June 2 in Simpsonville, South Carolina at CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park. The tour will end on September 11 in Salt Lake City, Utah at Utah State Fair. All of the newly announced tour dates will take place in August and September.

Fans can get their tickets through Fogerty’s website . A few different presale events are happening over at Ticketmaster right now as well, and they vary from venue presales to Ticketmaster presales to VIP package presales.

Tickets will go on sale to the public on April 12 at 10:00 am local through Fogerty’s website and Ticketmaster. Stubhub will also likely have a ton of tickets available, and they’re a great resource for finding tickets to sold-out tour dates.

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June 2 – Simpsonville, SC – CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park 

June 4 – Charleston, SC – Credit One Stadium 

June 5 – Raleigh, NC – Ted Hat Amphitheater 

June 7 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion 

June 8 – Scranton, PA – The Pavilion at Montage Mountain 

June 9 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live 

June 11 – Canandaigua, NY – Constellation Brands – Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center 

June 12 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Springs Performing Arts Center 

June 14 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts 

June 15 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center 

June 16 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun 

June 19 – Gilford, NH – Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion 

June 20 – Lenox, MA – Tanglewood Music Center 

July 12 – Weert, NL – Bospop Festival 2024

July 13 – Zottegem, BE – Rock Zottegem 2024

July 16 – Lucca, IT – Lucca Summer Festival

July 18 – Saint Julien en Genevois, FR – Guitar en Scene

August 2 – Milwaukee, WI – American Family Insurance Amphitheater (NEW!)

August 3 – Cleveland, OH – Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica (NEW!)

August 4 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre (NEW!)

August 6 – Toledo, OH – Toledo Zoo & Aquarium Amphitheater (NEW!)

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August 10 – St. Charles, MO – Family Arena (NEW!)

August 11 – Lincoln, NE – Pinewood Bowl Amphitheater (NEW!)

August 16 – Spokane, WA – Pavilion at Riverfront (NEW!)

August 17 – Eugene, OR – Cuthbert Amphitheatre (NEW!)

August 19 – Woodinville, WA – Chateau Ste. Michelle (NEW!)

August 26 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre

August 27 – Colorado Springs, CO Sunset Amphitheatre (NEW!)

August 30 – Lincoln, CA – Thunder Valley Casino Resort (NEW!)

August 31 – Stanford, CA – Stanford University Frost Amphitheater (NEW!)

September 1 – Santa Barbara, CA – Santa Barbara Bowl (NEW!)

September 4 – San Diego, CA – The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park (NEW!)

September 11 – Salt Lake City, UT – Utah State Fair 

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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - MARCH 30: Danielle Collins of the United States poses with the trophy after ... [+] she defeated Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan during the Women's Final at Hard Rock Stadium on March 30, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Collins defeated Rybakina 7-5, 6-3. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

While Jurgen Klopp is trying to collect a few trophies to add to the collection in his farewell months at Liverpool Football Club, Danielle Collins has already got two before her imminent farewell this season. Her birthplace is St. Petersburg, a popular retirement destination. Until that time comes, there's still work to do but it all feels like child's play. The 30-year-old American defeated Daria Kasatkina 6-1 6-2 at the Charleston Open on Sunday to make it two WTA titles in the last fortnight.

Collins has found a freedom in her game and has now turned it into a full throttle and focused long goodbye. Her win in South Carolina included impressive victories over top 10-ranked Ons Jabeur, Maria Sakkari and former U.S. Open champion Sloane Stephens. The week before at the Miami Open , the current world No. 15 defeated ex-Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina in straight sets with some incredible double-handed backhands and heavy duty groundstrokes. This was tennis very much from the heavens without the high error quotient that used to nullify her best weapons. The last player to achieve this unique double was her hero, Serena Williams.

Having openly discussed her decision to retire, something has been released in the Collins repertoire that is more powerful than before. When she narrowly lost to Iga Swiatek in the second round of the Australian Open at Melbourne, the Florida-born player was very clear she had reached the end of the tennis roundabout to accomplish other things in her life.

Her most revealing comment was about the importance of victory. "I feel like I have kind of gotten to the point where obviously they matter and, you know, my career means a lot to me, but the end of the day, you know, you either win or you lose, and that's all there is to it,” she said. Ever since then, she has been released to play in a manner where any disappointment is now neutered. That’s been bad news for her opponents. She didn’t concede more than five games in any match up to the final at Miami.

Collins is now on a 13-match winning streak, a great advert for what is possible when a sportsperson can come to terms with leaving the stage. The ‘peak’ part of her career had always been full of promise with an ability to take on top seeds and damage them at big events. She took out three-time major champion Angelique Kerber with a stunning display at Melbourne in 2019. “I go out fearless, I’ve been working so hard my whole life, I just give it my all and don’t really think twice about it,” she said at the time. She has rediscovered that kind of approach recently and the results speak for themselves.

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Collins should also be appreciated for the way she took hold of the American No. 1 label, especially when battling against the same kind of rheumatoid arthritis that has afflicted Caroline Wozniacki. Collins' on-court persona is all-out aggression with nothing held back in first pumps or roars. That competitive, forward-looking spirit also helped her win two consecutive tournaments at the Palermo Ladies Open in 2021 and the Silicon Valley Classic just months after surgery for endometriosis.

Despite losing to now retired Ash Barty in the 2022 Australian Open final, she overtook Sofia Kenin, Cori Gauff, Jessica Pegula and Jennifer Brady to become the nation’s premium female player against all odds as well as gain a top ten ranking. Her ability to move forward with no regrets is a huge reason why there is certainty in her approach. She has often talked about trying other things in the world, has a media degree from the UVA and is never frightened to speak her mind. Worrying about what people think is not an energy that Collins invests in.

CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA - APRIL 05: Danielle Collins of the United States celebrates her ... [+] quarterfinal match win over Elise Mertens of Belgium during Day 5 of the WTA 500 Credit One Charleston Open at Credit One Stadium on April 05, 2024 in Charleston, South Carolina. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

“It's not important what people think when you come in, it's much more important what people think when you leave,” said Klopp in his first press conference as Liverpool boss in October 2015. As Danielle Collins leaves the stage in November , she may well have even more credit in the bank. If she retains her current ranking of No. 4 in the WTA Singles Race list, she will be competing for a pot of £15.25 million in Saudi Arabia at the season-ending Finals. That would be some goodbye.

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