Why choose this Charleston tour ?

Sample southern cuisine from several world-class restaurants located in the heart of Charleston’s Historic District, and learn a little history while you do it. Enjoy VIP access as you skip the line into some of Charleston’s top restaurants.

Sample a variety of signature southern dishes that the Charleston area is known for and in between restaurant stops, your guide will walk you through Charleston’s beautiful alleyways and passing by iconic landmarks which make for great photo ops.

Each stop is not a full meal, but by the end of our tour the samples should equal a full portion of food. Each stop at food establishments is around 20 minutes total with the entirety of the tour coming in at about 2 hours long.

Food Allergies must be relayed, 24-HR in advance by emailing us on our email address indicated in the Tickets section.

We cannot currently accommodate gluten, vegetarian, shellfish, or pork allergies.

Please note, children’s ticket (ages 0-6) does not include food.



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What makes Charleston’s Historic Downtown Food Tour a unique experience ?

Passing by on our way to food stops in the French Quarter. Will learn about the French influence on Charleston’s local cuisine and the types of dishes French culture introduced to the local culture

A symbol for southern hospitality here in South Carolina, we will talk about how landmarks such as the Pineapple Fountain has had an influence on our cooking here in Charleston.

The pirates of the early 1700s had a major impact on early Charleston and we will talk about the contributions of both privateering and piracy had on our local diet here in Charleston.

Will talk about the African influences on our Cuisine here in Charleston and some of the iconic ingredients it introduced to to locals.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels


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  • Children’s ticket (ages 0-6) food not included

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Special Instructions:

    “Food Allergies must be relayed, 24-HR in advance by emailing: reservations@tourofcharleston.com.”

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  • This Tour is Provided by Charleston Tours.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 321 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.