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Charleston Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
4.1(7)Charleston2 hours
VIATOR3.5(4)TRIPADVISOR5.0(3)
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At a glance
Duration
2 hours
Price from
$4 / person
Rating
4.1 / 5 · 7 reviews
Languages
DE, PT, EN, FR
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Open your booking confirmation email and tap “Get Ticket”, read carefully the ticket details. Download World City Trail app, select create at the first page, use your booking reference (found in your ticket) and select your starting location.
The Best Way to Discover Charleston: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at Washington Square or a visit to the Gibbes Museum of Art and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups.
The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app:
Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way.
Learn the history/legends of each site.
Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations.
What you will visit: The Charleston Museum, Marion Square, Charleston City Market, Gibbes Museum of Art, Washington Square, Old Slave Mart Museum, Heyward-Washington House, Rainbow Row, Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, and Waterfront Park.
Tour Options
Charleston Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Highlights
World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select "Create" to start.
Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
Each stop includes optional AI text-to-speech narration, so you can listen instead of reading.
24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support available).
Custom Finish: Choose where to end; doesn't finish at the starting location.
What's included
Included
World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select "Create" to start.
Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
Each stop includes optional AI text-to-speech narration, so you can listen instead of reading.
24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support available).
Custom Finish: Choose where to end; doesn't finish at the starting location.
Not included
Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
Not needed for our activity, every puzzle is related to the outdoor areas of the attractions and you won’t need to pay anything extra or enter the attractions.
Max 15 people per booking in Charleston. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
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Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Total Flexibility: Start anytime you want—there is no fixed schedule. You can pause and resume as often as you like.
Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from going, you can do the tour any other day.
Technical Requirements: A fully charged smartphone and an active mobile data connection are required. Important: Please disable any VPN and avoid public Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction.
Essential Gear: We recommend wearing weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable walking shoes.
Support Policy: We offer 24/7 live assistance via worldcitytrail chat.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Charleston Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $4 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.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Open your booking confirmation email and tap “Get Ticket”, read carefully the ticket details. Download World City Trail app, select create at the first page, use your booking reference (found in your ticket) and select your starting location.
. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, PT, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 7 verified reviews; it is run by World City Trail. Most-mentioned highlights: World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select "Create" to start.; Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.; Each stop includes optional AI text-to-speech narration, so you can listen instead of reading..
Reviews(7)
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Marilyn_F
March 16, 2026
Super fun!
This was a fun activity to do. Just do some research because most of the places was closed when we started but you don't have to go in everything you need to do you will find on the outside of the buildings.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We're thrilled you had fun exploring Charleston! That's a great tip for future players — most of the activity takes place outside the buildings, so there's no need to go inside. We'll look into making this even clearer in our instructions so everyone knows what to expect from the start. Hope to see you in another city soon! 🗺️
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Lorene_S
November 30, 2025
Very fun but prepared for...
Very fun but prepared for lots of walking. Figuring out the answers at each stop was very fun! The kids made it about half way through.
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Christi_E
April 27, 2025
We couldn't figure out...
We couldn't figure out how to do this. My trip had many problems, including my phone dying and neve coming back on. I was very stressed out and never could figure this out.
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback and we're truly sorry to hear you had such a stressful experience during your trip to Charleston. A phone dying mid-activity is incredibly frustrating and we completely understand how that would make everything feel overwhelming. Our activity is designed to be simple and fun — but we know that when things go wrong on a trip, even simple things become difficult. We are available 24/7 at worldcitytrail.com/chat and would have been happy to help you get started or find a solution immediately. We hope your trip improved after this and we'd love to give you another chance to enjoy the experience when the timing is better. Please reach out to us directly and we'll make it right for you. 🗺️
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S8132WTkathys
December 10, 2024
What a Great Scavenger Hunt!
What a great scavenger hunt day in Charleston! My friends and I enjoyed the mini history lessons, deciphering the clues on the stops throughout the hunt, and the walking exercise! We can’t thank you enough!
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14mixalisx
November 3, 2024
Beloved Charleston!
So beautiful city and such a good and different way to explore it ! The app worked smoothly and the questions were neither difficult nor easy, the perfect balance for a holiday mind !
Operator response
Thank you so much for your great review!
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_P1952XX
November 3, 2024
Super way to explore the city !
An amazing way to explore this beautiful city ! Highly recommended! The family loved the route and the puzzles and the information were interesting too:)
Operator response
Thank you so much for your great review!
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Sheila_H
October 31, 2024
Audio would be better, not ideal for solo travelers
I wouldn’t recommend this for a solo traveler. It’s definitely better to do with at least one other person. It would have been great if it would have had the option to listen to the Charleston facts instead of reading them. A lot of time wasted standing around reading when audio commentary could have kept me entertained while I walked from one location to the next.
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