Charleston Self Guided Walking Tour

The journey, in full

The tour starts at Gateway Walk where you'll get a chance to walk through an easy but little-known pathway to the: Unitarian Church Cemetery and hear the connection to Edgar Allan Poe. Who's Poogan? Learn about the dog that named the restaurant and see his stone outside. This is also one of the best southern restaurants you'll find. Yum. The tour stops outside the museum and you'll learn about the history of Charleston's art scene, southern art, and the history of the building. Get a chance to see a a huge obelisk that's a miniature version of the Washington Monument in Washington D.C. Learn the story of Washington here and take a rest. See the iconic rainbow row and learn how it was created. This a great spot for pictures. Walk around the battery see the statues and learn about their stories and history as you walk. What role did the city play in the Revolutionary War? The Civil War? Explore sites on King Street, historic houses, churches, and sites and learn the history of the area. You'll see secret alleyways, historic sites, and so much more!