
Private tours in Charleston
A private tour fits Charleston around what you want to see. The most comfortable months are January to April and October–November, with highs around 70°F (21°C) and about 8 rainy days a month.
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Top private tours in Charleston
Charleston Dolphin Adventure (Private or Public) to 14 guestsFrom $70View
Charleston in a Nutshell Private ToursFrom $201View
Private Walking Tour of Historic CharlestonFrom $100View
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How to pick a good private tour
- Write down what you most want to see before you book, and share it with the guide.
- Check whether entry tickets and transport are included in the price or paid on the day.
- Licensed guides can enter some sites with you and skip queues; others must wait outside.
- A half-day private tour is often enough for the main sights, with the afternoon left free.
Charleston month by month
Averages for Charleston Int'l, South Carolina, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 60 (16) | 64 (18) | 70 (21) | 77 (25) | 84 (29) | 89 (31) | 91 (33) | 90 (32) | 85 (30) | 78 (26) | 69 (21) | 63 (17) |
| Low °F (°C) | 39 (4) | 42 (5) | 47 (9) | 55 (13) | 63 (17) | 70 (21) | 74 (23) | 73 (23) | 68 (20) | 58 (14) | 47 (8) | 42 (5) |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 9 |
| Sunset (15th) | 5:36 pm | 6:05 pm | 7:27 pm | 7:49 pm | 8:11 pm | 8:29 pm | 8:29 pm | 8:05 pm | 7:27 pm | 6:47 pm | 5:19 pm | 5:15 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for private tours in Charleston?
January to April and October–November. Expect highs around 70°F (21°C) and about 8 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are July and August.
Where can I book private tours in Charleston?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
More things to do in Charleston
Walking toursBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Boat toursBest Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Sunset cruisesBest Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Cooking classesAll year
Food toursBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Day tripsBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Bike toursBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Kayak toursBest Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Helicopter toursBest Jan–May, Oct–Nov
Zipline toursBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Segway toursBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Hot air balloon ridesBest Jan–May, Oct–Nov







