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Overview

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2 hours 30 minutes

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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

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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

4.73

1,337 reviews

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  • Charleston Food Tour

    AnnMarie H,

    Oct 28, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our food tour was fabulous. Our tour director, Dana was knowledgeable and entertaining. The amount and variety of food great and enough for dinner. Her stories about the food and history of Charleston kept us engaged for the entire tour.

  • Such a fun tour!! Simon,...

    Carin B,

    Oct 28, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Such a fun tour!! Simon, our tour guide was awesome! SO knowledgeable. I live here and still learned so much! We went to four restaurants. Lots of food! Go hungry. We had bar b q. Corn bread, collard greens, low country boil, fried chicken, Brussels sprouts and the list goes on. Enjoy!

  • Not as Expected

    Kathleen M,

    Oct 26, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    This tour is in a very tight distance radius. We visited 4 restaurants and had sliders twice. More low country imagination needed here. The 3rd stop served good food, but it was either lukewarm or cool which made it unappetizing. Unfortunately, two out of 4 eateries were disorganized and service was borderline poor. Our guide was very knowledgeable and personable. Emphasize that parking in the parking garage is the way to go.

  • Ultimate tour

    Lynn H,

    Oct 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Dana was the ultimate tour guide who educated the group with history of Charleston along with the delicious food.

  • Our tour guide was very...

    Jane S,

    Oct 25, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    Our tour guide was very personable and knowledgeable about local history. She also offered recommendations of restaurants and bars. Unfortunately, one restaurant’s offerings on the tour were very disappointing; the other three were good. In hindsight, this tour was not worth the money charged.

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