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Charleston’s Strong Women of the South History Tour

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Strong Women of the South History Tour

From USD 35.90

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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance.
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  • 2 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

This tour explores historical Charleston from the perspective of the founding mothers and women. Go to the alleged execution site of the country’s first female serial killer and hear her story. Plus, visit the homes and sites of women’s rights activists, printers, artisans, madams, shopkeepers, and plantation owners throughout the city.
  • Learn about Charleston, a city once owned and controlled by women
  • See this historic town through a different perspective
  • Meet at a convenient location on Magazine Street
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes

What's Included

  • Museum entry fee for the Philip Simmons House at 30-1/2 Blake Street.
  • Entry fee for the Halsey Gallery of Contemporary Art at 161 Calhoun Street.

    Meeting And Pickup

    Meeting point

    • 21 Magazine St
      21 Magazine St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA

      We will meet in front of the Old City Jail at 21 Magazine Street.

    End point

    • 1 Fulton St
      1 Fulton St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA

      The tour ends at the corner of Fulton Street and King Street.

    What To Expect

    Old City Jail

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Wentworth Mansion

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Unitarian Church in Charleston

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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    Reviews

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    Larry was a great...
    Katherine_S, May 2023
    Larry was a great storyteller. He had good eye contact and kept us well engaged. He made you listen closely and "catch" the hidden tips. I really learned a lot. I would recommend this tour.
    We liked hearing the...
    Bethann_J, Mar 2023
    We liked hearing the stories. I'd appreciate the opportunity to give feedback about our guide Larry.
    Highlight of my vacation
    Avian_N, Apr 2022
    I decided late, the previous night, that since my friends on our Charleston trip would be sleeping in, that I would go solo on this tour. It was a wonderful decision. Not only was the tour guide (and, other attendees) super welcoming, but the history was ridiculously fun to learn. The guide even made time for a water break — as some of us needed refreshment. I can not recommend this tour enough. I also might add that it’s not solely history from a female perspective. I feel like my husband would have also enjoyed the tour quite a bit. All and all — this tour was one of the highlights of my Charleston trip.
    An Incredible Tour!
    Lisa_B, Oct 2021
    Our tour guide was amazing. His knowledge and delivery of the story was exceptional! The pace was perfect! I would recommend this tour to anyone who is considering it.
    Wonderful tour
    Mary_B, Sept 2021
    The stories that Larry shared. Loved hearing the women's history. Larry made the history come alive.
    History the way you want to learn.
    Paul_B, July 2021
    The best storyteller! We throughly enjoyed our time. So much history threaded through his stories! I hope to learn more.
    One of the best tours
    Janice_C, June 2021
    This was fantastic. I learned things I had never heard about. Larry has such a great personality. We are still talking about everything we learned 3 days later. You will be walking and standing for 2 hours ( flat service) wear comfy shoes, bring water and get ready for a good lesson. This guide was so enthusiastic and entertaining and considerate. He has a stop to get water and one to use the restroom. He positions you in the shade when he can. Worth every minute.
    So much Charleston and American history!
    Jay_N, Feb 2021
    Great tour! Tour guide very knowledgeable, he shared tons of history! It’s obvious he loves Charleston and it’s history! I learned so much!
    Highlight of our Trip to Charleston!
    Kristin_C, Jan 2021
    Larry is a knowledgeable and entertaining storyteller who taught us so many interesting things about Charleston!
    Absolutely the best!
    Jillian_M, Sept 2020
    Larry was one of the most informative, passionate, & highly entertaining tour guides we have ever had! You have to take this tour! He makes the buildings & streets come alive & you are transported back to a different time! He kept my 10 year old hanging on his ever word. We loved it!

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