Downtown Charleston Food Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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.

Vegan, dairy/lactose, & soy restrictions cannot be adequately accommodated. Guests with multiple allergies should contact Charleston Culinary Tours prior to booking to confirm accommodation.

We cannot assume responsibility for those with severe allergies.

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.

We recommend weather-appropriate attire and comfortable walking shoes.

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.

Not recommended for those under 8 years of age.

Not recommended for travelers with severe dietary needs

DIETARY RESTRICTIONS must be communicated in advance directly to Charleston Culinary Tours (843.259.2966 or [email protected])

DIETARY RESTRICTIONS cannot be accommodated without advance notice (at least 36 hours prior to tour time)

We cannot accommodate vegan, dairy/lactose, or soy restrictions

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

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

(available for individual purchase at most locations)

What To Expect

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 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

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Downtown Culinary Tour

Reviews

4.72

1,266 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1050

118

Great tour! Our tour...
Sophie G,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great tour! Our tour guide, Georgia was fun and knowledgeable of the history of Charleston. Plenty of food along the way. You will not leave hungry!
Fantastic intro to Charleston food
Judith C,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It was a fantastic way to start our Charleston trip. Great intro to area food. Super tour guide- very friendly and knowledgeable.
Low country lunch
Roxanne W,
Jun 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Georgia was an excellent host. Took us to the highlights of Charleston. We had more than plenty great food.
Munch & Learn
Jamie B,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00
So. Much. Fun. We booked as a birthday experience for a girls’ trip. Group was an intimate size of 7 (2 other couples) plus our tour guide, Mrs. Amelia. Everyone in our group was lovely, a diverse group from different areas, but we all settled in as fast friends. Food was a dance on my palate and portion sizes were just right. I enjoyed the perfect balance of general conversations within the group and also hearing of the culinary history of Charleston including other facts about the settlement and establishment of the area from our tour guide. The distance between restaurants was not too far but someone who has trouble getting around may have some difficulty. It shows that Mrs. Amelia is passionate about what she does. I give her 10 stars!
Amazing food, amazing tour!
Debi B,
Jun 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had a great time on our food tour! Dana was an amazing guide who not only told us about the wonderful food and restaurants, but also shared some history of Charleston! We had some amazing “small bites” from four different restaurants and we were totally stuffed! The small tour size made everything very intimate and interesting! A definite highlight of our trip!