My tour is about the people that settled in Charleston and why they chose this city. By the time the Revolutionary war started Charleston was the wealthiest city in America and our homes and gardens reflected this. Status was associated with your house and also your garden. Because of this, Charlestonians employed many Gardeners and Nurserymen from Europe who brought with them plants seen in many gardens today. Charlestonians (women and men) corresponded with the Royal Society of London members and John Bartram of Philadelphia regarding plants both for export and import. The history of the city, its people, architecture and plants is fascinating and I love sharing it.
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Suitable for all ages and levels of experience
Use of fishing equipment and coolers included
Restroom facilities available at regular intervals along the riverbank
What To Expect
Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
Your guide will explain why this is one of the most important building in Colonial America and the events that took place in and surrounding the building.
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Rainbow Row
One of the most photographed spots in the city. A charming row of 18th century homes that inspired the preservation movement here in Charleston.
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Edmondston-Alston House
From this House Museum site, you will learn about the history of a plantation family along with views and the history of the Revolutionary War Fort Moultrie (1st decisive victory over the British) and Civil War Ft Sumter (where the Civil War began)
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Battery & White Point Gardens
You will see Magnificent Live Oaks and learn about where the 1st settlers landed and why they ended up where Charleston is now.
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Church Street
This quaint street was a finger of land extending out into the marsh in the 18th century. You will see many homes dating back to the 1700s and learn about their history and peeks into some beautiful gardens while learning about the history of the plants that people now associate with the South. We will stop occasionally for photos and peeks!
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Heyward-Washington House
Another house museum, the 1st one in Charleston. You will learn about the Heyward family (signer of the Declaration of Independance) and George Washington who did sleep here on his Tour of the South in 1791. The house also has a period style garden which I will talk about as well.
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St. Philip’s Church
Oldest Episcopal congregation in the city and its wrought iron gates are one of the few prewar examples left in the city.
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Saint Michael’s Church
This is the oldest church building in the city. You will learn about the famous bells and how the corner which St Michaels occupies came to be call the “Four Corners of Law”
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Broad Street
You will learn about the different styles of architecture, how the enslaved people arrived in the city and how they contributed to the many different areas of the city. We will also talk about the numerous disasters the city has survived.
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East Bay Street
We will follow the path of the Old City Wall and learn about the various occupations the early settlers had and how they contributed to the growth of the city. We will also walk down a few hidden alleys to get a sneak peak of the city and its gardens.
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Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
We will not be going inside any building and the travel time is already included in the total duration of the two-hour walking tour.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Include
Bottled water