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Charleston French Quarter Private Walking Food Tour
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Charleston French Quarter Private Walking Food Tour

by Secret Food Tours

4 hours
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4 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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2 adults × $204.01
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This private walking food tour in Charleston’s French Quarter lasts about three and a half hours and includes tastings of several local dishes. The tour visits historic sites such as the U.S. Custom House, Charleston City Market, and Dock Street Theater. Along the way, guests sample low-country cuisine including Carolina-style BBQ, shrimp and grits, chicken bog, she-crab soup, benne wafers, cheese and chive biscuits, pecan clusters, and a surprise secret dish selected by the guides. An optional upgraded drinks package with select libations is available at some stops. The tour focuses on how Charleston’s history with pirates, pandemics, and wars influenced its food culture. No hotel pickup or drop-off is included.

Highlights

About 3.5-hour private walking food tour
Tastings of shrimp and grits, chicken bog, and she-crab soup
Visit U.S. Custom House overlooking East Bay Street
Walk through Charleston City Market with food history insights
Stop at Dock Street Theater, first US theater building
Includes a surprise secret dish selected by guides

What's included

Crisp benne wafers
Savory chicken bog
Fluffy cheese and chive biscuit
Handmade pecan cluster
A secret dish chosen by the guides
Southern shrimp and grits
Creamy she-crab soup

What's not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuity

Itinerary

1

U.S. Custom House

The United States Custom House overlooks East Bay Street and Charleston harbor. It is a notable public building representing the era when Charleston was among the busiest ports in the country.

2

Charleston City Market

This stop includes a walk through the Historic Charleston City Market. Guests learn how the African slave trade introduced ingredients like benne seeds and collard greens into the local cuisine.

3

Dock Street Theater

The Dock Street Theater was the first building in America designed exclusively for theatrical performances. Its history spans from the 1700s through modern times, reflecting Charleston’s cultural and theatrical traditions.

Meeting point

The meeting spot is in front of Port of Call Food + Brew Hall - 99 S Market St Suite 5, Charleston, SC 29401, we'll be waiting with an orange umbrella and a big smile!

End point

Charleston tour will end on River Street Sweets, 100 N Market St, Charleston, SC 29401

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as the tour lasts a little over three hours.
The itinerary and menu may change depending on availability, weather, and other conditions.
Guests should contact the operator in advance to discuss any dietary requirements for best accommodation.
Some dietary restrictions may not be accommodated due to the nature of the menu; contact the operator before booking.
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