Powder Magazine, Charleston

In Charleston, join your entertaining and professional guide for an 80-minute walking ghost tour at night. Stroll through the haunted historic district, see some of the city’s oldest buildings and hear ghost stories along the way. Visit many eerie spots including the creepiest graveyard! Meet your highly experienced guide in Charleston's charming market area to begin your gentle and entertaining evening walk. Your authentic guide will be licensed by the city of Charleston and have a minimum of 10 years of experience. All guides have a passion for telling thrilling ghost stories so be prepared to feel chilled in Charleston! On your journey, you will be taken to almost all the city's haunted locations, including two haunted houses, St. Philip’s Graveyard and Cemetery, the oldest graveyard dating back to 1681 and the most haunted graveyard!

Guest will have free entrance to the oldest public building in South Carolina as part of the Scavenger Hunt to start the experience! From there guests will find as part of the tour several other historic locations and items to complete the "escape." This experience covers about a mile and a half of the most historic district in Charleston. This pirate themed experience is based on the very real Pirate Siege of Charles Town in 1718. As such you will need to find your way out of the city following the instructions on the packet provided. Finish the experience in the recommend time and you will have escaped a terrible fate as a pirate. Also find hidden alleys and objects along the way! Historical accuracy was paramount in the sites designated as part of the experience and packet instructions and information has been vetted by two local historians and the director of the Powder Magazine. Due to some historical content and length it is recommend for guests aged 10+!

Embark on a thrilling journey through Charleston's most haunted watering holes with our exclusive tour! Visit four unique establishments, including The Blind Tiger Pub, Bar Vaute, The Griffon, and Tommy Condon's. Each venue offers a different atmosphere, from historic charm to modern elegance, ensuring a diverse and unforgettable experience for all participants. In between stops, you'll explore the city's haunted history with spooky tales and chilling anecdotes that will send shivers down your spine. During the tour, you'll have the opportunity to spend anywhere from 15 to 60 minutes at each location, depending on the day of the week and the season. This flexibility allows you to fully immerse yourself in the ambiance of each watering hole and enjoy the company of fellow thrill-seekers. While drinks are not included in the tour package, you'll have the chance to sample a variety of craft beverages and local specialties at your own expense. Whether you prefer a classic cocktail or a refreshing beer, there's something for everyone to enjoy along the way. Join us as we set off on this haunted pub crawl adventure at 6:00 PM, with departure from a central location in Charleston. Be sure to arrive 15 minutes early to check in and meet your guide for the evening. The tour concludes at 8:00 PM, leaving you with plenty of time to continue exploring the city or unwind after a night of spooky encounters. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience that combines history, mystery, and a touch of the supernatural for an evening you won't soon forget!

Immerse yourself in Charleston's secret dark past on this walking tour. Explore everything from the city's brothels to gritty true crime stories with your local guide, passing through the walls of Chalmers Street and the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon. Meet your guide at the Ravenel Waterfront Park and begin your journey into the darker side of human nature. Get a unique look into the horrific, the scandalous, and the just-plain-weird aspects of Charleston's history. Hear stories of brothels, murders, suicides, and demonic entities as you stroll along Chalmers Street and past iconic landmarks such as the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon.

Embark on a guided pub crawl through the city of Charleston and hear the dark history lurking behind each turn. Learn about the colonists, pirates, and bootleggers that shaped the city over a few drinks. Visit Charleston's important sites, including Joe Riley Waterfront Park, The Pink House, the Old Exchange Provost Dungeon, and Powder Magazine. Follow in the footsteps of the pirates and bootleggers, and learn about the ghosts that linger in the dark corners of the city from your guide. Make stops along the route for a refreshing drink at The Griffon, Bar Vaute, Blind Tiger Pub, and Tommy Condon's Irish Pub. Trade stories over a few drinks and learn about local life and culture in Charleston.

Many Charleston, SC Ghost Tours have big groups of 25 or more - Not Here!! We limit our tour sizes to about 10 to keep them fun! Charleston is one of the most charming and colorful cities in the world; however, when the light fades and shadows grow long, another, darker side of the Holy City emerges. During our 1 mile long, 1.5 hour walk we will pass haunted graveyards, churches, alleyways, hotels, restaurants, and bars. You will hear real, terrifying stories of ghost, murders, pirates, executions, hauntings, and haints! As the night falls over the streets of Charleston, we start at the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon where you will hear tales of the real pirates whose lives were cut short at the end of a noose, but whose spirits have remained inside the dungeon for more than 300 years. You will even hear about the first female serial killer in America that called Charleston home. Come take a walk and discover the Real Hauntings of Charleston! *This content not suitable for young children

My name is Eric and I specialize in South Carolina and Charleston history during the Colonial Era, American Revolution, Antebellum Era, and the Civil War. With nearly twenty years of combined experience teaching at the college level and working in the public history sector, I am dedicated to my craft and love sharing history with others. Experience the charm of Charleston and enrich your historical knowledge of the Holy City with a professionally trained historian who loves meeting new people and has a passion for sharing the past. Unlike many tour companies in town that allow up to 20 people in each group, my Charleston tour is guaranteed to have no more than 12. A small group environment allows you to connect with Charleston's history on a more intimate level by avoiding the distractions associated with large tours, gain a deeper understanding of the city, and ultimately have more fun. Charleston History Walk provides an in-depth look into Charleston’s remarkable history from its founding in 1670 to the present. On my 2.75 hour Charleston tour through the historic district, you will be guided to see and understand the modern-day city of Charleston through the lens of its past. History is more than just dates and facts. History is composed of exciting and compelling stories. My mission is to provide you with a high quality Charleston history tour that is both entertaining and educational, but above all, one that is meaningful and memorable!

Hear scary stories, discover spooky legends, and learn about Charleston's dark side on an eerie self-guided walking tour. Charged smartphone in hand, set out on a ghoulish tour that takes you to Charleston's most haunted sites. Listen to ghost stories like the legend of the woman in black, the haunting of the Dock Street Theater, St. Philips Church and the Ghost of the Weeping Woman, and many more. Stop outside haunted pubs, using the opportunity to refuel with a quick bite or beer before continuing your adventure. The tour is app-based and uses GPS navigation, so you can go at your own pace and take the tour at any time, even exploring the city during the witching hour if you like. 

Experience the beauty of the French Quarter of Charleston on a self-guided audio tour. You will receive the downloading instructions on your voucher after booking. Explore the area with an audio guide and visit famous attractions like Church Street, churches, and the Pineapple Fountain. Hear the stories of its alleys, old buildings, the Old Slave Market, Charleston Green, the Civil War, and more. Soak in the vibrant atmosphere while listening to the history of the town. During the tour, choose to pause the app at any time to take a break or spend some more time to see the sights. Feel free to stop in the shops or restaurants and try the local products of the place. Embark on a step-by-step tour through the picturesque alleyways and hidden treasures of the French Quarter by following a GPS audio guide on your smartphone.

Embark on a captivating journey through Charleston's secret treasures, wandering through its alleys and hidden passages that whisper tales of history. Begin in the vibrant historic district and navigate four to six picturesque alleyways with your guide. As you traverse these alleys and main streets, soak in the allure of the city and slip into its rich past with insightful storytelling from your guide. Visit the Powder Magazine Museum and explore at your leisure before or after your tour as an added opportunity to deepen your understanding of Charleston's history. Closed on Mondays. Please check museum for opening hours. Concluding at or near the starting point, this tour leaves you at the heart of Charleston's historic district, allowing you to continue your explorations or unwind at your own pace.