Daytime Ghost Tour by Charleston Pirate Tours in Charleston
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves steady walking with minimal hills.
Overview
Step into Charleston’s haunted past with Charleston Pirate Tours’ unique daytime ghost tour. This two-hour journey reveals eerie stories and historical insights in the city’s charming streets.
Daytime Ghost Tour
Sites evening tours can't visit! • 2 Hours • Ages 4+
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About This Adventure
Explore Charleston's haunting past on a unique daytime ghost tour, where you'll uncover eerie tales of duels, lost love, and disasters in the city's charming neighborhoods. This two-hour adventure combines spine-tingling stories with fascinating historical insights, offering a memorable glimpse into the specters that linger in this historic city.
Some of Charleston’s most fascinating ghost stories are in areas that organized tours cannot go at night, so we offer you the chance to see these spooky sites during a daytime tour.
Duration
2 Hours
About
Duels, unrequited love, wars, and natural disasters have left us with more than our fair share of specters! Many of them roam the quiet streets in the city’s most picturesque neighborhoods, and that’s exactly where this tour goes. Along the way, we'll also share some interesting Charleston history tidbits.
Adventure Tips
Bring comfortable walking shoes
The two-hour tour covers uneven cobblestone streets, so sturdy footwear ensures ease and safety.
Prepare for weather changes
South Carolina weather can shift quickly—carry a light rain jacket or sun protection.
Arrive early
Charleston Pirate Tours starts promptly; arriving early guarantees a spot and a smooth start.
Engage with local history
Bring curiosity and questions; guides are knowledgeable and enhance the experience with detailed stories.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Eastern gray squirrels
- Wading great blue herons
History
Charleston’s streets are steeped in centuries of maritime commerce and conflicts, including documented pirate activity impacting coastal trade.
Conservation
Charleston Pirate Tours supports sustainable tourism by promoting walking tours that minimize environmental impact and encourage preservation of historic sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating uneven pavement and cobblestone streets safely.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protects against Charleston’s strong sun during outdoor walking.
spring|summer|fall specific
Light rain jacket
Useful for unexpected rain showers common in the region.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Water bottle
Keeps you hydrated throughout the tour, especially during warmer months.