Walk Charleston’s oldest streets with a smartphone as your guide—50–60 minutes of haunted sites, from the Old Exchange to the Old Jail. Download the WalknTours app, enter code 'char2021', and follow turn-by-turn narration through graveyards, theaters, and narrow alleys.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Evening light pools off the brick and cobble, and the streets of historic Charleston take on a slow, watchful mood. On this self-guided smartphone walk, travelers stand at the corner of East Bay and Broad and press play—the city’s past begins to speak through your headphones. The route threads past the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, skirts Dock Street Theater, pauses at St. Philip’s shadowed churchyard and finishes outside the iron gate of the Old Charleston Jail.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
50–60 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most people who can walk 1–1.5 miles at a relaxed pace; minimal elevation and frequent stops.
Wildlife
History
Charleston’s downtown preserves 18th- and 19th-century architecture tied to colonial trade, the Revolution, and Civil War occupation; many ghost stories originate from documented events and local folklore.
Conservation
The historic district is actively preserved—stay on public walkways, avoid touching gravestones or historic fabric, and minimize noise and litter to protect sensitive sites.
Reserve your spot on the Charleston's Haunted Ghost Tour - Solo Smart Phone Guided Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download and unlock before you arrive
Install the WalknTours app, create an account and enter experience code 'char2021' so you’re not delayed at the start.
Bring battery power
Phone battery drains quickly with GPS and audio—carry a portable charger for the full 50–60 minute experience.
Use discreet headphones
Headphones improve narration clarity in busy streets and keep the tour immersive without disturbing neighbors.
Watch your footing
Expect uneven cobblestones and occasional wet patches near the waterfront—stick to sidewalks and watch for traffic.
Smartphone with WalknTours app
Required to run the GPS-guided audio tour and unlock content with the experience code.
Headphones or earbuds
Improves narration clarity and keeps the experience immersive in busy areas.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone charged while running GPS and audio for up to an hour.
Light rain jacket
Spring and sudden coastal showers can appear; a compact jacket keeps you comfortable without bulk.
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