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With kids · Charleston itinerary

Charleston with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Charleston is a charming family destination. Here is how to spend a family trip — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Carriage ride
  2. 2Harbor cruise
  3. 3Boone Hall
  4. 4Folly Beach

The carriage

A horse-drawn ride through history.

The harbor

Dolphins and Fort Sumter.

The beach

Folly Beach fun.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Charleston — prices per person.

#1 Historical Horse Drawn Carriage Tour
Hilton Head Island
#1 Historical Horse Drawn Carriage Tour
4.9(524)·55 min
from$38/ person
via Viator
Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins
Charleston
Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins
5.0(426)·2h 30min
from$525/ person
via Viator
90-Minute Private Dolphin Tour in Hilton Head Island
Hilton Head Island
90-Minute Private Dolphin Tour in Hilton Head Island
5.0(612)·1h 30min
from$289/ person
via Viator
Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour
Charleston
Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour
4.8(11,027)·1 hour
from$50/ person
via Viator
Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Excursion and Estuary Tour
Charleston
Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Excursion and Estuary Tour
5.0(212)·1h 30min
from$56/ person
via Viator
Private Dolphin Watch, Lighthouse and Ecological Boat Tours
Folly Beach
Private Dolphin Watch, Lighthouse and Ecological Boat Tours
5.0(228)·2 hours
from$325/ person
via Viator
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
Charleston
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
4.8(3,841)·1 hour
from$50/ person
via Viator
Private Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Cruise - Up to 6 Guests
−15%
Hilton Head Island
Private Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Cruise - Up to 6 Guests
5.0(283)·2 hours
from$319$375/ person
via Viator

Charleston with kids — FAQ

Is Charleston good for kids?
Yes — horse-drawn carriage rides, dolphin harbor cruises and Folly Beach all delight families.
What are the best things to do in Charleston with children?
Take a carriage ride, cruise the harbor for dolphins, and enjoy Folly Beach.
Are harbor cruises good for families?
Yes — spotting dolphins and seeing Fort Sumter are a hit with children.

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