Name: Unlit Lantern Tour Company
Price range: $$

Colorful historic houses along Rainbow Row in Charleston, South Carolina

TOURS | MEET RICK | FAQ

OUR SIGNATURE TOURS

Beautiful sunrise over Charleston SC Harbor

Breathtaking views down Broad Street in Charleston SC

Two Memorable Ways to Experience Charleston

VIP Sunrise Tour

7:15 AM Daily

$59.00 per guest (Adults only)

BOOK THE SUNRISE TOUR

A peaceful early morning Charleston experience with small groups and beautiful sunrises. Breakfast beverages included.

Legends & Landmarks

10 AM, 1 PM, & 4 PM Daily

$39.00 for adults, $29 for children

BOOK LEGENDS & LANDMARKS

Discover Charleston's iconic sights, hidden alleys, historic landmarks, and unforgettable stories brought to life.

Approximately
120 minutes

Easy Walking
Pace (2 miles)

Historic French
Quarter

Perfect Photo

Opportunities

Extremely Family
Friendly

Pineapple Fountain in Charleston's Waterfront Park

WALK THROUGH

CHARLESTON'S

LIVING HISTORY

Every street, alley, church steeple, and cobblestone has a story. From hidden passageways and pirate legends to incredible war history and Charleston charm, every tour is designed to entertain, surprise, and immerse you in the city’s unforgettable past.

Rick Sears - Charleston's number one rated tour guide

MEET YOUR GUIDE
RICK SEARS

Charleston is a city filled with incredible history, hidden treasures, and unforgettable stories, and Rick loves bringing them all to life! As the founder of The Unlit Lantern Tour Company, he created his tours to share the charming alleyways, historic landmarks, and little-known stories that make Charleston so extraordinary.

Whether it's your first visit or your tenth, Rick invites you to step off the beaten path and experience the Holy City through a whole new lens. With captivating stories, fascinating history, and a passion for Charleston, he'll show you the magic, mystery, and charm that made him fall in love with this remarkable city.

FEATURED CHARLESTON LANDMARKS

Rainbow Row - Charleston, SC

...and many more unforgettable Charleston locations.

How long is the tour?

The tour is just under 2 hours long, but can fluctuate due to pace, weather, group size, etc.

Where does the Tour begin?

The day tours (non VIP sunrise tour) will begin on the front steps (facing East Bay) of the US Custom House located on Market Street and East Bay. The Sunrise tours begin at Waterfront Park right in front of the Pineapple Fountain.

Is the tour family friendly?

Yes, day tours are very family friendly from pace, distance, and language standpoint. We encourage all ages and there is special pricing for children. We do reserve our morning VIP Sunrise tours for adults only.

How much walking is involved?

The entire tour is right at two miles long. Averaging about 45 minutes to an hour per mile with frequent rest and water stops.

Does the tour run rain or shine?

Yes, the tour will continue rain or shine, if weather is extremely bad you will receive a text to either to reschedule or refund your tour fee.

What should I bring and wear?

Wear comfortable walking shoes (very important), appropriate clothes for the weather, and water.

Is there parking nearby?

There are several large parking garages around the French Quarter and City Market area. We would suggest the parking garage located at 1 Cumberland Steet. Use your GPS to pinpoint exactly where those locations are. There is also street parking, however that is rather hard to find during busy times.