Walk Through a Colonial Christmas
Step back in time and experience how Charleston’s earliest families celebrated Christmas amid candlelight, carols, and Southern grace.
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$85 USD
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All Ages
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1.5 Hours
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South Carolina, United States
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Charleston
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- Festive Highlights
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- Colonial and antebellum holiday stories with festive décor.
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- Walking distance approx. 1.5 miles.
Colonial Charleston Christmas Tour Features
Holiday History Revealed
Learn about early Lowcountry customs, colonial feasts, and festive décor.
Yuletide Sweet Ending
The stroll concludes with a special holiday treat and toast.
Colonial Charleston Christmas Tour Details
- Highlights
- Description
- Itinerary
- Price & Availability
- Food & Drink
- Instructions
- Restrictions
- Transportation
Highlights
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Historic District Walk
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Colonial Customs
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Seasonal Décor Stories
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Family-Friendly Tour
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Expert Local Guide
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Afternoon Departure
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Small Group Experience
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Southern Hospitality
Description
Experience the magic of Christmas in the cradle of America’s Southern heritage. The Colonial Charleston Christmas Stroll leads guests through the original walled city, where candlelit windows, fresh greenery, and red ribbons recall the customs of centuries past. Hosted by a passionate local historian, this 1.5-hour walking tour explores how Charleston’s early residents celebrated the holidays—from the colonial feasts of the 1700s to the grand antebellum Christmas traditions that followed. As you wander along Broad Street and the cobbled lanes South of Broad, you’ll pass landmarks like the Sword Gates, Rainbow Row, and the city’s elegant Georgian and Federal-style homes. Hear stories of early festivities, handmade gifts, and the symbolic foods that graced Charleston tables. Along the way, discover how faith, family, and friendship sustained the city through fires, floods, and wars to preserve its enduring sense of hospitality. Your stroll concludes with a sweet holiday surprise and a yuletide toast in true Charleston fashion. Every detail—from the scent of pine boughs to the sound of distant church bells—evokes the timeless spirit of Christmas in the Holy City. For those seeking a meaningful holiday experience filled with charm, history, and heart, the Colonial Charleston Christmas Stroll is as warm and inviting as a Lowcountry hearth.
Itinerary
3:15 PM Check-In → Meet your guide at 117 Broad Street, Laurens/Rutledge House. 3:30 PM Departure → Begin your stroll through Charleston’s original walled city. 3:45 PM Historic Highlights → Visit colonial landmarks and hear tales of 18th-century Christmas traditions. 4:15 PM Holiday Customs → Learn about Charleston’s early yuletide feasts and decorations. 4:45 PM Festive Finale → End the tour with a sweet treat and toast to the season. 5:00 PM Farewell → Explore nearby shops or stay for dinner South of Broad.
Price & Availability
$85 Adults | Free Children 10 & under | 1.5-hour guided experience.
Food & Drink
Includes local guide and complimentary holiday treat.
Instructions
Small group tours, limited availability.
Restrictions
Wheelchair and stroller accessible.
Transportation
Parking 2-hour free spaces south of Broad Street.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Christmas Holiday Tours
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