Charleston Harbor and The Battery
- October 3, 2026
Walking Tour: Social & Cultural
This tour follows the edge of the peninsula including the Battery and White Point Garden, offering views of Charleston Harbor and nearby historic landmarks. The tour focuses on the city’s maritime history, including trade, defense, and the role of the waterfront in Charleston’s development. Stops may include points along East Bay Street and surrounding streets where historic homes, docks, and defensive walls reflect the city’s coastal past. The guide discusses hurricanes, earthquakes, and harbor fortifications that shaped the landscape.
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Tour Information:
- Check-In: Check-in takes place at the meeting location at the beginning of the tour. There are no physical tickets, and printed confirmations are not required. All guests will be checked in will-call style using the first and last name on the ticket order.
- Other: Tours last between 2-2.5 hours and typically require 6 or more blocks of walking, often over uneven streets and sidewalks. No interiors are included. We suggest wearing comfortable walking shoes and bringing a bottle of water.
- Weather: Tours go on rain or shine. Prepare for inclement weather, if forecasted. The Preservation Society reserves the right to cancel the tours if dangerous or threatening conditions arise. If the tour is cancelled by the PSC, all ticket holders will be contacted, and refunds will be available.
- Cancellations & Refunds: All sales are final. Refund requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis until September 1. After September 1, guests who notify the office in advance may either exchange their tickets for a comparable tour if space is available or convert their tickets to a tax-deductible charitable donation. Most tours run a waitlist once sold out – if you are no longer able to attend, please let us know so your space may be released.