Adventure Brief
Explore the haunted halls of the USS Yorktown in Mount Pleasant, SC. Discover hidden stories, ghostly legends, and a unique history tour after dark that you won’t forget.
1.5–2 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Explore the haunted halls of the USS Yorktown in Mount Pleasant, SC. Discover hidden stories, ghostly legends, and a unique history tour after dark that you won’t forget.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Hang tight — photos are loading
This usually takes just a second.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves standing and walking on ship decks with occasional stairs.
Wildlife
History
The USS Yorktown served notably in World War II and is now a museum ship preserving naval history in the Charleston area.
Conservation
Bulldog Tours promotes sustainable tourism by encouraging guests to respect the historic site and minimize waste during visits.
Bulldog Tours
Explore the haunted halls of the USS Yorktown in Mount Pleasant, SC. Discover hidden stories, ghostly legends, and a unique history tour after dark that you won’t forget.
Bulldog Tours offers immersive walking, ghost, culinary, and VIP harbor experiences in historic Charleston, South Carolina. With a deep focus on accurate history, Bulldog Tours presents a variety of themed itineraries including daytime history walks, themed holiday strolls, culinary tastings on Upper King and downtown, cocktail tours, and multiple ghost and paranormal investigations. Signature options feature combined boat-and-walking combos to Fort Sumter, exclusive access and early-entry tours aboard the USS Yorktown, and visits to Drayton Hall and museum homes in the South of Broad neighborhood. Experiences range from family-friendly Strolls that highlight Rainbow Row, The Battery, and gardened estates to adults-only R-rated tours that explore corruption, scandal, and the city’s darker past. Guided private tours are available for history groups and special events. Guides use certified narration and local expertise to connect visitors with Charleston’s layered stories—from colonial trade and Lowcountry cuisine to African American heritage sites and Civil War-era landmarks. Bulldog Tours accommodates food lovers, history buffs, and paranormal enthusiasts with well-paced routes, curated tastings, and hands-on investigations using paranormal equipment on select overnight or restricted-access experiences. Safety, respectful interpretation of difficult histories, and clear meeting details are standard for each reservation. By combining compelling storytelling with exclusive access points and a wide calendar of departures, Bulldog Tours provides dependable, memorable ways to experience Charleston’s architecture, gardens, harbor, and haunted places. Customer-friendly booking, clear cancellation policies, bilingual guide options on request, and customizable private itineraries make Bulldog Tours a reliable choice for planning Charleston travel experiences and family reunions.
Tours Offered
25+
Walking, ghost, harbor & VIP combos
Local Guides
Certified Guides
Knowledgeable Charleston storytellers
Tour Lengths
1–2.5 hrs
Quick walks to in-depth experiences
Special Access
USS Yorktown & Drayton
Exclusive access to historic sites
Reserve Fort Sumter combos, VIP Yorktown access, or a ghost tour—limited seats available.
Wear comfortable shoes
You’ll walk extensively on uneven ship decks, so sturdy footwear is a must.
Bring a flashlight
Though the tour covers dark areas, bringing a small flashlight can help you navigate carefully.
Prepare for cooler temperatures
Evenings on the water can be chilly, especially after sunset; dress in layers.
Arrive early
To get settled and ensure a smooth boarding process, plan to arrive 15 minutes ahead of your tour time.
Closed-toe comfortable shoes
Protects your feet and provides stability on uneven, metal surfaces.
Light jacket or sweater
Keeps you warm during cool evenings, especially by the water.
fall
Flashlight or headlamp
Helpful for navigating darker ship areas and enhancing the spooky experience.
Insect repellent
Keeps bugs away during warm, humid summer nights.
summer