Charleston, SC er et vidunderligt sted at besøge. Så meget historie, så mange århundreder gamle traditioner. At vælge den rigtige rejseguide vil gøre din oplevelse virkelig mindeværdig. Mike og Nancy er licenserede byguider og 30 år bosiddende i det gamle og historiske distrikt. De kan tilbyde et perspektiv, som næsten ingen andre kan. En af dem vil lede dig gennem lidt kendte stier og fortælle dig om 300 år gamle Charleston-skikke, der stadig praktiseres i dag. For de interesserede tilbyder Mike også Civil War in Charleston-ture. Lær om kampene, der fandt sted i Charleston, havneforsvaret og det unikke forhold mellem major Anderson, unionschefen, og general Beauregard, den konfødererede kommandant. Endelig betragtes Mike og Nancy som to af Charlestons førende guider. Se, hvorfor Charlestons førende hoteller henviser deres gæster til dem.
Turen begynder ved White Point Garden, hvor nybyggerne gik i land i 1680. Der hører du om, hvordan Charleston blev startet. En gave til 8 Lord Proprietors fra kong Charles II. Du vil se Stevens Lather House, på 17.000 sq. ft, det næststørste hjem i Charleston. I 1920 oprettede de gode mennesker i Charleston Society for the Preservation of Old Dwellings i balsalen i dette hjem. Det var det allerførste bevaringsselskab i landet.
Mens vi slentrer langs det høje batteri (vandfronten), vil du lære om borgerkrigen og uafhængighedskrigen. Du vil høre om Battle of Battery Wagner, emnet for filmen "Glory" og meget mere om borgerkrigen. Du vil se nogle af Charlestons fineste antebellum-hjem og høre nogle "insider"-historier om det gamle Charleston. Som det 900 stykke kanon, der landede på taget af Roper House i 1864, og det er der stadig i dag. Du vil se Carolina Yaughtless Club, Rainbow Row og meget mere.
Når vi kommer til Tradd Street, går vi i det, der var den oprindelige befæstede by. Vi vil se nogle af Charlestons tidligste storslåede hjem fra 1740'erne og 1750'erne. Tradd Street, med sine vidunderlige vindueskasser, betragtes som en af Charlestons mest charmerende gader og er ofte omtalt i Southern Living Magazine. Vi vil se Catfish Row (Church Street mellem Tradd Street og Broad Street), det sorte kvarter i Charleston før borgerkrigen og emnet for stykket Porgy and Bess.
Derefter til Meeting Street. Der vil vi se flere eksempler på Charlestons hjem før revolutionskrigen, herunder James Simmons House - General Beauregards hovedkvarter under borgerkrigen. Vi vil se Nathanial Russell, et af Charlestons fineste museumshjem, et eksempel på et Charleston Single House og Williams Mansion - på 24.000 sq. ft. det største hjem i Charleston. George Williams byggede palæet efter borgerkrigen i det, der kaldes den italienske arkitekturstil. Williams var blokadeløber under borgerkrigen. Margaret Mitchell (forfatter til Gone with The Wind) besøgte hjemmet, da hun var 13 år gammel, og vi tror, at det besøg kan have været tilblivelsen af hendes bog.
Mike is the tour guide that you want, with a great knowledge of Charleston and its history. He will take you on a slow-paced tour talking about Charleston's beginnings, pointing out unique stories of houses, war history items, and will gladly answer any questions that you might have. My wife and I truly enjoyed this tour and would definitely recommend him.
I was so extremely fortunate, and ended up with a private tour with Mike. He was very knowledgeable, kind and friendly and gave me a fascinating and thorough insight into the history, charm and beauty of Charleston. If you are lucky enough to have him as your tour guide you will not be disappointed. Thank you Mike.
Exploring Charleston with this gentleman was nothing short of exceptional. His depth of knowledge is immediately apparent—not only in the way he recounts the city’s layered history, but in how he connects it seamlessly to its architecture, culture, and the subtle details that most visitors would otherwise overlook. What sets him apart is his refined understanding of Charleston’s architectural heritage—from stately antebellum homes to lesser-known structures that reveal the city’s evolution over centuries. Beyond history, his insights into Charleston’s cultural fabric are equally impressive. He speaks with familiarity and warmth about longstanding traditions, local customs, and the influential families who have shaped the city’s identity. It’s clear he is not merely an observer, but someone personally connected within these circles, lending an authenticity that is rare to encounter. Equally noteworthy is his reputation as a discerning restaurant connoisseur. His recommendations are thoughtful and tailored, reflecting both an elevated palate and an insider’s access to some of the city’s most celebrated dining establishments. In every sense, he offers more than a tour—he curates an experience that is sophisticated, immersive, and unforgettable.
Very interesting with abundance of historical facts. Graham is so personable seem to really enjoy showing people around Charleston.
I traveled with my mom and her friend to Charleston for the first time in early October. A friend recommended Mike's tour and we were not disappointed! He gave us many amazing historical facts about the area and brought a personal touch to each of his stories. He had first hand knowledge of several of the local homes and the people that lived in them. Due to the inclement weather, we had to reschedule our original tour. Mike was very accommodating and communicated clearly throughout the process. I would definitely recommend Mike to anyone wanting an interesting, factual tour of Charleston!
This is our second time touring the city with Mike. The first time was two years ago when we visited the city with friends. Everyone had a great time and was very impressed with his knowledge of historical Charleston. This week we returned to the city with family and Mike’s walking tour was a number one must do for our family. Mike shared many interesting facts about Charleston and did a great job giving us new information since two of us had taken his tour in the past. The tour is about two hours long and is well worth your time. We recommend his tour to all of our friends.
The sight seeing tour with Mike was good, he has a lot to tell and knows his stuff. Being a member of the historical society he knows everything from brick walls and roof tiles, historici buildings and the people living in it. He has a good sense of humor and last but not least: a great recommendation for a restaurant for that same evening, The Chubby fish of chef James London great choice, worth the waiting in line! Thanks Mike. Greetings from Ruud and Roel.
Mike lead a wonderful tour. He is so knowledgeable and explained everything so clearly. We definitely recommend him. A great afternoon!!
One of the best tours on our trip to Charleston. Mike shared so many interesting facts about Charleston and its part in the Civil War. We would recommend it to our friends.
Great tour. Mike is a local, lived in Charleston for decades right in the historic district on Battery st.. So much to see and learn here. Highly recommmend. -Atchara and Pete
