Tour Historic Charleston with an Old Walled City Walking Tour with Al Ray:
Charleston was the only English walled city in North America, the wall substantially in place by 1712. This walk covers approximately 1 ½ miles over two hours. Linger through the oldest neighborhoods in Charleston past virtually intact blocks of pre- and post colonial homes, storefronts, churches and public buildings while Al relates the rich tales and legends from Charleston’s proud and turbulent past. Hear about the personalities and circumstances that turned a small pioneer settlement in 1670 into the greatest city in the South by the time of the American Revolution, and the seat of Southern Culture through the Antebellum period.
Approximately 1 ½ miles over two hours
Wednesday through Sunday
10:00 am
$18.00 adults, $11.00 children 12 and under
Approximately 1 ½ miles over two hours
Wednesday through Sunday
10:00 am
$18.00 adults, $11.00 children 12 and under
Some 200,000 captive Africans were processed at the port of Charleston, approximately 40% of all enslaved captives brought into the present day United States. This tour explores capture in Africa, the Middle Passage, processing and sale at the docks in Charleston, and the domestic trade up to 1865. We discuss the rise of Rice and Cotton as cash crops and their function in the expansion of slavery. Learn the roles of enslaved skilled workers, domestics and field hands in the context of antebellum culture, their lifestyles, survival strategies, and handicrafts. Important personalities discussed include Robert Smalls, Denmark Vesey, Dave Drake and modern day master ironworker Philip Simmons, among others.
Approximately 1 mile over two hours
4:00 PM Saturday and Sunday
$18.00 adults, $11.00 children 12 and under
Approximately 1 mile over two hours
4:00 PM Saturday and Sunday
$18.00 adults, $11.00 children 12 and under
"Single houses", piazzas, earthquake bolts and north side manners! Learn about Charleston History and Architecture in relation to the built environment. We discuss not just the what but the why Charleston is the city it is today owing to the wealth, climate, and the many early nationalities which brought about a style that is uniquely Charleston. Learn about Georgian, Adams, Regency and Greek Revival styles and periods.
The price includes admission to the Powder Magazine (1713), The Heyward Washington House and Garden (1772) and the Edmondston Alston House (1825).
Approximately 1 mile over 2 ½ hours, includes guided tours of two House Museums
Wednesday through Sunday
1:00 pm
$32.50 adults, $25.50 children 12 and under
The price includes admission to the Powder Magazine (1713), The Heyward Washington House and Garden (1772) and the Edmondston Alston House (1825).
Approximately 1 mile over 2 ½ hours, includes guided tours of two House Museums
Wednesday through Sunday
1:00 pm
$32.50 adults, $25.50 children 12 and under
Concierge referrals and general information.
(843) 343-4851
al@walledcitytours.com
Space is limited, advance purchase highly recommended!
Check availability and buy tickets:
Old Walled City Tours or call Zerve at (800) 979-3370
Private Tours
Private tours are also available,
contact Al Ray for details.
(843) 343-4851
al@walledcitytours.com
Private tours are also available,
contact Al Ray for details.
(843) 343-4851
al@walledcitytours.com
See Calendar of Upcoming Tours
Buy Tickets in advance at Zerve.com or pay with cash, check or credit card before tour departure subject to availability.
Tours depart promptly so arrive 10-15 minutes early!
AAA / MILITARY DISCOUNTS:
$2.00 off Adult Tour Price
Must show ID/Card at time of tour.
AAA Members:
Use promo code: AAA2011
Active Military Members:
Use promo code: MIL2011
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Alfred Ray was born in Charleston in 1958. His first ancestors arrived here in 1792 fleeing Revolution in Haiti. Coming from a family of ‘long generations’ and longer memory, he took in all the old tales and legends that instilled in him a love for his native city. His illustrious tour guiding career started in 1980 with a pitchfork atop a pile of horse dung in a carriage barn on State Street. Seeking cleaner work, he spent a number of years in Real Estate Development with an emphasis on Historic Preservation and reclamation of the historic Radcliffeboro neighborhood in midtown Charleston. Later, after graduating from the Medical University of South Carolina, he worked in Healthcare Outreach.
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