Downtown Charleston Food Tour

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 8 guests
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English
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Explore Charleston's culinary gems on a 2.5-hour tour visiting four local eateries. Blend history with authentic Lowcountry flavors while enjoying tastings in the charming French Quarter area.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

This Downtown Culinary Tour is provided by CHARLESTON CULINARY TOURS, the longest-running food tour company in Charleston. Visit four food establishments on this 2.5-hour tour that combines elements of a historical tour with a culinary adventure! Learn about Charleston's history as you enjoy tastings of traditional favorites and contemporary innovations, all of which highlight the cuisine of locally-owned restaurants. Insight into Lowcountry cuisine accompanies the broad range of samples on your food tour. This is our original tour around the French Quarter and City Market and focuses on the traditional flavors of the region.

What You Get

All pre-selected food tastings at 4 Charleston restaurants (meal for most)
Engaging narrative from local professional guide
2.5-Hour Downtown Charleston Culinary Walking Food Tour
Gratuities
Alcoholic beverages
(available for individual purchase at most locations)

Good To Know

  • Vegan, dairy/lactose, & soy restrictions cannot be adequately accommodated. Guests with multiple allergies should contact Charleston Culinary Tours prior to booking to confirm accommodation.
  • DIETARY RESTRICTIONS must be communicated directly to Charleston Culinary Tours (843-259-2966) at least *36 hours* before your scheduled tour in order to be accommodated.
  • Tours operate rain or shine, hot or cold. In the rare cases of EXTREME weather (e.g. Hurricane!), we will notify all guests as soon as a decision to cancel has been made.
  • We make every effort to provide a full meal for all guests, however, substitutions for dietary restrictions may not be 1-for-1 with regular tour offerings.
  • DIETARY RESTRICTIONS must be communicated in advance directly to Charleston Culinary Tours (843.259.2966 or info@charlestonculinarytours.com)
  • DIETARY RESTRICTIONS cannot be accommodated without advance notice (at least 36 hours prior to tour time)

What You’ll Experience

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Charleston

After meeting your foodie guide at the provided meeting location in downtown Charleston, you will begin your walking tour. Sample dishes at 4 restaurants, finishing with dessert. Each stop lasts ~30 minutes, and you'll be seated to rest your legs. For most people, the amount of food served overal is enough for a meal. As you enjoy walking through this historical section of the city, listen to stories about Charleston's culture and cuisine from your guide, who points out landmarks along your route. This wonderful experience will end within walking distance of your starting point. *Food restrictions must be separately communicated to Charleston Culinary Tours at least 24 hours in advance to be accommodated. *We cannot accommodate Vegan, Dairy/Lactose-Free, or Soy-Free diets.
2 hours 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

184 E Bay St, East Bay Street, Charleston County South Carolina, United States, US, 29401

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We are behind the brochure stand. Head into the courtyard through the iron gate. You'll find us behind the #99NailsDoor on your left.
End Point

Charleston, Charleston County South Carolina, United States, US

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End points vary depending on route. All tours finish within 3-4 blocks of the starting location.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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