Streets and Eats Charleston Walking and Tasting Tour

Overview

Experience Charleston’s charm through its flavors and history on this 2.5-hour small-group walking and tasting tour. Explore the city’s most iconic streets and neighborhoods—including the French Quarter, South of Broad, and the colorful Rainbow Row—areas often missed by traditional food tours. Led by a City of Charleston-certified guide, this tour blends culinary delights with cultural insights. Enjoy three tastings from local favorites: two quick grab-and-go bites and one relaxed, sit-down experience where you can savor Lowcountry cuisine and learn about its rich heritage. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase at the sit-down stop. Along the way, immerse yourself in Charleston’s architecture, stories, and vibrant street life. Your journey concludes near the Charleston City Market, leaving you perfectly positioned to continue exploring the Holy City at your own pace.

What's included

• ✓Photo-worthy stops along iconic Charleston streets
• ✓City of Charleston-certified guide
• ✓Water, fountain soft drinks, and iced tea included at the sit-down tasting
• ✓Guided small-group walking tour through the French Quarter and South of Broad
• ✓Local stories, history, and neighborhood insights along the route
• ✓Three food tastings (two grab-and-go tastings and one sit-down tasting)

• ✕Alcoholic beverages not included (Libations are available for purchase at the sit-down tasting)
• ✕Gratuity for the guide (optional and appreciated)

What you'll do

1. 1

   Your Streets and Eats experience begins in the lobby of the Loutrel Hotel, where you'll meet your City of Charleston-certified guide and get oriented for the tour. You'll Enjoy your first grab-and-go tasting, offering a flavorful introduction Lowcountry cuisine. With your first tasting in hand, you'll head out on foot into the French Quarter, one of Charleston's oldest and most storied neighborhoods. As you walk your guide will share local history neighborhood stories and contacts behind Charleston's food culture setting the stage for the tastings and sights to come.

   ⏱ 30 min
2. 2

   After enjoying your first tasting on the move, you'll slow the pace at a relaxed sit-down stop. Here you'll enjoy a tasting inspired by classic Lowcountry cuisine, while learning about the history ingredients and culture cultural influences that shaped Charleston's food traditions. Water, fountain sodas, and iced tea are included at this stop. Guests may choose to purchase a libation separately if desired. This part of the tour will take you through the South of Broad neighborhood where you will spend time at the iconic Rainbow Row for photos and insight into one of the city's most beloved landmarks

   ⏱ 1 hour
3. 3

   The tour concludes with a locally made sweet treat from a family-owned dessert bar. As you enjoy this final grab-and-go tasting, your guide will share the story behind the family and the significance of the treat. The experience wraps up at the Charleston City Market, where your guide will offer an overview of the market's history before concluding the tour. This central location provides a convenient and natural ending point for continuing to enjoy the city at your own pace.

   ⏱ 1 hour

Availability & pricing

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Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• ALLERGIES/DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: Allergies and dietary restrictions must be communicated during booking; same-day accommodations cannot be guaranteed
• MOBILITY CONCERNS: This experience includes light, leisurely walking between nearby restaurants. Guests with mobility concerns are welcome, but must communicate any needs or limitations during booking so accommodations can be considered
• PARKING: Downtown Charleston has paid parking only; guests should plan to arrive via rideshare, taxi or paid parking nearby
• WHERE TO PARK: Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes before tour time to allow extra time for parking, nearby parking garages include Concord Parking Garage (1 Cumberland St) and Charleston County Parking Garage (90 Cumberland St)
• EXTREME WEATHER POLICY: Tours will operate rain or shine, (with the exception of extreme weather). Ponchos will be provided in the event of light rain. For the safety of guests and guide, tours will NOT operate during extreme weather conditions, including, but not limited to: Temperatures above 97degrees, heat index above 110 degrees, below freezing and icy conditions, tropical storms or hurricanes. In cases of extreme weather, cancellation decisions are made at the discretion of the guide to ensure the safety of both guest and guide. In the event of unsafe weather, guest will be contacted to reschedule or receive a refund
• CHILDREN must have a paid ticket to receive food and a seat at the sit-down location
• SERVICE ANIMALS: Only ADA certified service animals are permitted; therapy or emotional support animals are not allowed in restaurants per DHEC regulations

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.