Charleston

12 Best Charleston Bus Tours

The bus loops: air-conditioned circuits of the historic district, the Battery and the neighborhoods beyond walking range. In a Charleston August, the climate control is a legitimate selling point.

1.Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

Discover Charleston in comfort with this 1.5-hour guided bus tour, featuring top sights like Rainbow Row, White Point Gardens, and historic homes.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Informative ! Driver/guide was personable and professional. He provided non stop commentary through out the your. The time went very quickly.”

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2.90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour

Discover Charleston's charm on a 90-minute guided bus tour, visiting historic landmarks like Rainbow Row, Fort Sumter, and more, with optional house and museum visits.

★ 4.5

“Very informative. Our tour guide was great with his history but also had some humorous stories. Wished there was a tour that included some stops so we could take pictures.”

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3.Charleston See-It-All Sightseeing Bus Tour

Discover Charleston’s highlights comfortably on a 90-minute guided bus tour, including key sights, scenic views, and a free museum visit, perfect for first-timers.

★ 4.5

“Great tour of Charleston with an excellent tour guide who answered all our questions. Besides the historic downtown area we toured Citadel. Loved the tour.”

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4.Charleston: Historic City Highlights Guided Bus Tour

Discover Charleston’s top sights on a 1.5-hour guided bus tour, featuring historic landmarks, stories, and scenic views—all at an affordable price.

★ 4.6

“The tour was amazing. We saw all important and historical places and houses. We learned a lot about the city’s past. The driver was amazing, she showed us everything while driving and keeping us safe. She also recommended us places to visit and places to…”

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6.Sightseeing Bus Tour of Charleston with Adventure Sightseeing

Explore Charleston in comfort with this 1.5-hour bus tour for just $29. See iconic sights like Rainbow Row, The Battery, and Fort Sumter with expert guides.

★ 4.5

“Seats are thinly padded and close together. If one has back problems this isn't for you. Bus was hot. Air conditioning unit loud. Speaker did a nice job but was hard to hear.”

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8.90 Minute Sightseeing Bus Tour of Historic Charleston

Discover Charleston’s charm on a 90-minute bus tour highlighting iconic sights, historic streets, and local stories with knowledgeable guides for $32.

★ 5.0

“We decided to do this tour at the last minute and so glad we did. It was a very informational and fun tour. Our guide did an amazing job providing history and has an amazing way of relaying the information.”

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10.Magnolia Plantation Tour with transportation PLUS City Bus Tour

Discover Charleston’s historic charm with a full-day tour combining Magnolia Plantation's gardens and a relaxed city bus tour, perfect for history lovers.

★ 5.0

“Great experience , tour guide was excellent . History lesson . Nice city to visit . Ride was comfortable and group wasn’t large .”

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11.Half Day City Bus Tour, Aiken Rhett House And Charleston Museum

Discover Charleston’s charm on a half-day tour visiting the historic Aiken-Rhett House and the Charleston Museum, led by knowledgeable guides.

★ 5.0

“Kim the tour guide was very informative and told us a lot about the area. She seemed to really enjoy what she was doing and it was evident in her tour.”

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