Private Tour

Taste of History A Private Charleston Culinary Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 45 minutes

Mobile ticket

Discover Charleston at a relaxed pace with this private, elevated culinary experience that blends food, culture, and history. Starting in the historic French Quarter, your group will enjoy a curated journey through Lowcountry classics and modern interpretations, with stops at three top restaurants for generous tasting portions—more than a full meal.

Your experience is fully tailored: before the tour, your guide will connect to learn your preferences and dietary needs, ensuring every dish suits your taste. The final stop is your choice—savory, sweet, or a surprise delight.

As you dine, your City of Charleston-certified guide shares stories of the city’s past and its influence on today’s cuisine. Light walking between locations keeps the focus on food and culture. Alcoholic beverages can be purchased or added with an optional libations package.

Perfect for special occasions, couples, or friends, Taste of History offers an immersive way to savor Charleston’s culinary heritage.

Additional Info

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

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.

What To Expect

Begin your exclusive culinary journey in the elegant lobby of The Loutrel Hotel, where you’ll meet your City of Charleston-certified guide. Before the tour, your guide will reach out to learn about your group’s dietary preferences and any allergies, ensuring a personalized experience tailored just for you. After a warm introduction, set off on foot through Charleston’s historic French Quarter, uncovering the city’s rich heritage through its food and stories. Along the way, you’ll make your first restaurant stop and continue exploring Charleston’s culinary traditions and architectural beauty. This private tour offers an intimate look at the flavors and history that define the Holy City—perfect for food lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Departing The Loutrel, your private group will wander through Charleston's historic French Quarter as your guide shares how geography trade and culture shaped the city's distinctive Lowcountry cuisine. This experience blends both classic Lowcountry flavors and modern elevated interpretations, highlighting how Charleston's culinary scene continues to evolve while staying rooted in its history. Along the way you'll stop at carefully selected restaurants for generous tastings inspired by regional ingredients in time-honored traditions. Each stop features multiple dishes served in tasting style portions to gather offering more than a full meal, so guests are encouraged to arrive hungry. Alcoholic libations may be purchased separately at each stop or added in advance as an optional libation package during booking. As you dine, stories of Charleston's past are woven into each course, creating a seamless connection between history, culture, and cuisine

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Photo-worthy moments along iconic Charleston streets

A relaxed, leisurely stroll through Charleston's French Quarter between stops

Private experience led by a City of Charleston-certified guide

Local stories, history, and neighborhood insights along the route

Three sit-down tastings of Lowcountry classics and modern dishes inspired by Charleston’s heritage.

Water, soft drinks, iced tea and coffee are included

Food & Drinks

Alcoholic beverages not included

Gratuity for the guide (optional and appreciated)

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