Each Saturday from 2 – 5 PM, guests have the opportunity to go beyond the garden gate and onto the porches and piazzas of some of Charleston’s finest homes. Each tour will include 4-6 private properties in the Old and Historic District. Enjoy going from site to site at your leisure, where volunteer docents will be stationed to provide further information and background. $125* per person. $75 for current PSC members.

The Insider’s Architecture series will take guests inside some of Charleston’s finest buildings, seldom open to the public. These tours will be led by noted professionals such as architects, contractors, or architectural historians, and will dive deeper into Charleston’s unique architectural styles, preservation ethic, and interior design. Each tour includes a unique set of properties and lasts approximately 2.5 hours. $200* per person. $150 for current PSC members.

The Insider’s Garden Tour series is designed for the garden enthusiast and will be led by notable professionals such as landscape architects, garden designers, and horticulturalists. In addition to visiting some of the city’s most beautiful private gardens, guests will also learn about subjects ranging from the latest gardening trends to Charleston’s rich horticultural history and its diverse flora and fauna. Each tour includes a unique set of properties and lasts approximately 2.5 hours. $200* per person. $150 for current PSC members.

Led by a Preservation Society staff member or noted expert in their field, specialty tours are designed to provide a closer look at the Preservation Society’s advocacy work, preservation initiatives, and mission. Learn more about the issues facing Charleston and what we work on every day to advocate for the preservation and enjoyment of Charleston’s distinct character, quality of life, and diverse neighborhoods. Each tour is unique and will last approximately 2 hours. $100* per person. $50 for current PSC members.

Explore the streets of Charleston while learning more about the historical events, people, and cultures that have shaped our city. All PSC walking tours are designed and led by professional, certified tour guides. Offerings change from day to day. Please see website for a complete schedule and tour descriptions. Walking tours last approximately 2-2.5 hours. $40 per person. $30 current PSC members.

Now in its 46th year, this year’s Fall Tours offerings are designed to maximize the educational experience for guests while minimizing impacts in the historic district. Join us as we venture into the city’s storied streets, landscapes, and buildings.