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

“We thought it was excellent because the tour guide was well versed on the history of Charleston. It was relaxing as we had already walked a lot!”

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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

“Shaun was very knowledgeable and gave us great information as we toured this charming city! We wouldn't have been able to see or learn as much without this tour.”

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5.City Bus Tour with Charleston Museum Admission

Discover Charleston with this 2-hour guided minibus tour including top sights like Rainbow Row and Whitepoint Gardens, plus free museum admission for a full day of exploring.

★ 4.5

“Tour guide was very informative. He really knew the city history and I really enjoyed the tour. Totally recommend this adventure.”

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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

“Guide was very informative and relaxing! He was full of interesting facts and humor. I would recommend this tour highly.”

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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

“Enjoyed plantation and city tour. Guide was good and gave a lot of information. Choice of either house or slave cabins but had time to walk over to cabins if chose house.”

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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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