BEAT THE HEAT & Tour in Comfort! Charleston's Food & History Tour

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BEAT THE HEAT & Tour in Comfort! Charleston's Food & History Tour

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 US$107.17  per guest
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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
2 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 12 guests
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Stroller Accessible
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Wheelchair Accessible, Family-friendly, Pet-friendly, Private Experience
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Embark on a tasty journey through Charleston’s Historic District, savoring iconic dishes while uncovering the rich history of Lowcountry cuisine with a local guide's insider expertise.

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

Experience Details

Too hot for a walking tour? Enjoy Charleston's best history tour in the cool comfort of the Historic District's finest classic restaurants on the Tastes Through Time Tour. This unique four course foodie tour blends the perfect pairing of culinary delights with the captivating history of Lowcountry culture & the evolution of the region's cuisine. While you dine on Charleston's signature dishes & delicacies of the Lowcountry, your fun, knowledgeable, engaging guide, a lifetime local of the area, will escort you to some of the city's best known restaurants, where you will receive VIP service. Your guide will be happy to recommend the best local dining & touring experiences to make the most of your stay in Charleston. Our partner restaurants gladly substitute dishes for food restrictions upon request. *A minimum number of guests may be required for the tour to operate in peak periods.*

What You Get

History! Learn how a blend of cultures & some shocking circumstances created a thriving port city.
Food! Taste the area's unique food & drink offerings while learning the history behind every bite!
Alcohol or specialty beverages (But you're welcome to order alcohol for a separate charge).
Transportation or Parking Fees
Tour guide gratuity (not mandatory but most appreciated)

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Historic Downtown Charleston (Pass By)

Take a leisurely stroll between three of the best restaurants in Charleston's scenic Historic District, while your guide takes you back in time on this culinary journey.

Charleston City Market (Pass By)

Learn the fascinating history behind Charleston's original shopping district.

St. Philip's Church (Pass By)

See one of the most majestic churches in the city, the first congregation in the city, established in 1680.

Philadelphia Alley (Pass By)

Your guide will unravel the many mysteries this enchanting passageway holds.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

164 Church St, Church Street, Charleston County South Carolina, United States, US, 29401

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Your guide will greet you under the alcove (between 164 Church Street, The Black Fedora and 168 Church Street, House of Jerkey). Your guide will arrive approximately five minutes prior to the start of the tour.
End Point

49 S Market St, South Market Street, Charleston County South Carolina, United States, US, 29401

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Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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4.7
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Air conditioning is the added bonus
July 04, 2026

Beat the heat is truly the best part of the tour. It was nice to be able to sit down inside a restaurant. The items were varied and truly represented some Charleston staples. While a completely fam...read more

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Deep Dive Into Charleston’s Origins
July 04, 2026

The host answered the questions I had about Charleston…Who started it? Why? What were the political, religious, social, and economic influences? Why the pineapples, French Quarter, and the “Holy Ci...read more

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Historic food tour
July 03, 2026

The guide was excellent. One of the stops took a lot of extra time - not the guide's fault. If had not been for that, I would have given it a 5.

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tastes of charleston
July 03, 2026

Last restaurant took a long time to be served. Dessert wasn’t what was expected.

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Discover Charleston through cuisine. Outstanding experience!
June 21, 2026

This was the best food tour we could've imagined. Page is an outstanding guide with so much knowledge and passion for her town. Each food tasting was relevant to the history and culture of Charlest...read more

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