Most ghost experiences take place on the street. This one takes place at the table. Every dessert is chosen to match a story. The flavors and the tales build together, one course at a time. You do not just hear about Charleston's dark past. You taste it. The setting adds to the mood. You sit in a private room in a building with centuries of history. The stories are told close to the places where they happened. Your host is a skilled storyteller, not a reader of scripts. The tales are researched and told with humor, drama, and care for the facts. The result is an evening that is spooky, elegant, and fun. This experience suits history lovers, dessert fans, and anyone who enjoys a good scare in a comfortable setting.
Out at sunset: the 6:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:36 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 9 of the next 16 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Charleston Ghost Stories and Dessert Tasting lasts about 2 hours.
Prices start at $99 per person for this Charleston experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Fridays and Saturdays, starting at 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM, and 9:00 PM.
It can: 9 of the next 16 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Doors open 30 minutes before the event. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes before the start time. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 24 participants.
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 27 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Charleston Culinary Tours.
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Jeremy was an engaging host and is very knowledgeable about Charleston history. He was attentive to the small audience, personalizing the conversation. Desserts were good. Nice way to cap off an evening!
Penny, we’re glad you enjoyed Jeremy’s storytelling and the personal touch he brings to the evening. It’s great to hear the desserts hit the mark too. Thank you for joining us for Dessert with Death!
Such a unique experience. Jeremy was fantastic! The desserts were local and amazing! To die for! Learned so much about the local history and hauntings. Will be back for more.
Tori, we’re thrilled you enjoyed Dessert with Death! Jeremy loves sharing Charleston’s spooky stories, and we’re so glad the local desserts were a hit too. It’s wonderful to hear you soaked up the history, the haunts, and of course, the sweets. Can’t wait to have you back for another round of chills and treats!
Nice break from walking tours, excellent review of Charleston history in a relaxed atmosphere with tasty desserts.
Thank you for the sweet review! We're so glad you enjoyed the Dessert with Death experience—it's the perfect way to dive into Charleston’s darker history while indulging in some delicious treats. We hope to see you again for another unique and flavorful experience!
Loved this!! We had a wonderful time listening about the history of Charleston and eating delicious desserts!! The two men running it were very entertaining and accommodating to food allergies. Would recommend again!
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We're thrilled you enjoyed Dessert with Death—from the sweet treats to the storytelling. Kyle & Jeremy will be delighted to hear your kind words, especially about their attentiveness and entertaining style. We love creating unique Charleston experiences, and we're so glad this one hit the mark. Hope to see you on another tour soon!
We were a group of 8 mother and teen daughters. We had a fabulous time. The girls commented that they wish all their history lessons could this entertaining. The local desserts were all delicious. Kyle and Jeremiah were very fun.
What a fantastic group to host—thank you for joining us! We’re so glad Dessert with Death struck the perfect balance of spooky storytelling and Charleston history (with a little sugar on top). Kyle and Jeremy will be thrilled to hear your daughters wished all their history lessons were this much fun—that’s the ultimate compliment! We’d love to host you all again anytime.
Guide/presenter seemed tipsy. History was ok, but not worth the purchase price. Desserts were good but I'd rather have a list of the places and let me try them on my own.
Thank you for your honest feedback. We’re sorry to hear that the experience didn’t fully meet your expectations. Our guides work hard to balance entertaining storytelling with accurate local history and a fun atmosphere. We appreciate your perspective about exploring the dessert spots independently—some guests love the guided experience, while others prefer to discover on their own. We hope you might consider joining us again in the future to experience the full depth of what Charleston Culinary Tours offers.
Jeremy does a great job telling local ghost stories and covers the history of Charleston really well. I left intrigued amd wanting to learn more! He directed me to a local bookstore to get some books to take home. The desserts- all I can say is .. WOW!!
Thank you for sharing your thrilling experience! Jeremy truly knows how to weave Charleston’s haunted history with irresistible desserts — it’s awesome to hear you left intrigued and eager for more. That local bookstore tip is just one of the many ways we love connecting guests with Charleston’s rich stories beyond the tour. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another unforgettable adventure!
I had a lovely time listening to Jeremy while enjoying local desserts. This was a unique experience. As a local resident I plan to return with friends in the future.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the unique blend of local history, ghost stories, and delicious desserts with Jeremy. It’s fantastic to hear that even as a local, the experience still felt special enough to want to share it with friends. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable night out!
ok, i think our host should have worn professional apparel even shorts with a nice polo shirt would have been more appropriate. With him slurping his drink , it was distracting. Charleston is full of wonderful exciting ghost stories. The story about the european ghost was boring. it would have been better with spooky stories. also, repeating “ take the tour “ was unnecessary. talking about the pirates captured and jailed would have added to the jail story. i recommend the host take the ghost walking tour to brush up on current ghosts
Thank you for sharing your honest feedback. We truly appreciate your perspective as it helps us improve the experience. We’re sorry the host’s presentation and storytelling didn’t fully meet your expectations. We strive to balance professionalism with a relaxed atmosphere, but your note about attire and distractions is valuable. We also appreciate your thoughtful suggestions on story content and will share them with our team to enhance future events. We hope you’ll consider joining us again so we can provide a spookier and more polished experience that better captures Charleston’s rich ghost lore.
If you enjoy history you’ll enjoy this experience. We went as a family on the last night of our three day stay in Charleston. It was great because we spent the first two days walking around and learning about the history of the city. If I could do it over, I would have done this on the first night we were there. The desserts were great but Jeremy was amazing. You can tell that he loves the city and knows a ridiculous amount of information about it. I didn’t ask, but I bet he could tell you the exact amount of bricks in the sidewalks. I’m not kidding, he knows that many details about the city and the culture. We all loved hearing stories about the city and the darker side of its history. Jeremy gave us tons of places to check out around the city and told us a bit about each of them. I thought we had seen just about everything Charleston had to offer, but I was wrong. We’ll have to come back soon to see the rest and this time we’ll book an evening at the beginning of our trip. Oh, and as a bonus, if you’re there in the sweltering heat of the summer this tour is air conditioned.
Wow, this review is what Charleston Culinary Tours strives for! We're thrilled Jeremy's passion for Charleston's history and his wealth of knowledge made your experience so memorable. His storytelling ability truly brings the city to life, and uncovering hidden gems is part of the fun. We appreciate you recommending us to book the tour early in your stay to maximize your Charleston exploration. Thanks for choosing Charleston Culinary Tours!
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