Savor the Flavors of Upper King Street Tour
Product ID: 77712
Supplied by: Bulldog Tours
Immerse yourself in Charleston's evolving culinary scene on this 2.5-hour walking tour along Upper King Street, sampling innovative dishes that blend traditional Lowcountry flavors with modern twists.
Highlights
- Culinary Tastings: Enjoy a variety of dishes showcasing Charleston's rich food heritage, including fried green tomatoes, she-crab soup, benne seed wafers, and Lowcountry shrimp and grits.
- Historic Insights: Learn about the evolution of the Upper King Street district and its significance in Charleston's history and culinary renaissance.
- Local Eateries: Visit some of the area's most popular restaurants, known for their innovative approaches to classic Southern cuisine.
What's included
- Professional Guide
- Culinary History Tour and food tastings at each stop
- Note: this is a seafood heavy Food Tour
- Gratuities
- Alcohol or other beverages
Additional Information
• Meeting Location: Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403 (Please meet in front of the Charleston Museum near the replica Hunley Submarine)
• Schedule: Tours are available on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 3:00 PM
• Group Size: Limited to a maximum of 12 participants to ensure a personalized experience
• Accessibility: The tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for children under 14
• Activity Level: Easy; involves a leisurely walk with multiple stops
• Weather Policy: Tours proceed rain or shine; please dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24h in advance
Know before you go
ALL ABOUT PARKING
There are a few precious metered parking spaces throughout the Historic District. They require constant feeding. For our 10 pm tours, meter parking is free. Otherwise, we recommend:
PARKING IN A PAID LOT.
PARK AT THE VISITORS CENTER AND RIDE THE DOWNTOWN AREA SHUTTLE (DASH).
PARK IN ONE OF THE GARAGES AROUND THE CITY MARKET.
LIST OF NEARBY PARKING GARAGES
CHARLESTON PARKING
51 PINCKNEY STREET CHARLESTON, SC 29401
CUMBERLAND STREET GARAGE
82 CUMBERLAND STREET CHARLESTON, SC 29401
CONCORD/CUMBERLAND PARKING GARAGE
1 CUMBERLAND STREET CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Overview
Come join us as we walk, talk and taste our way through Charleston.
Experience our unique tasting tour in the famous Upper King Street area. During this 2 1/2 hour tour, sample mouth-watering dishes of Lowcountry cuisine from the popular culinary innovators in this ever-evolving restaurant district. Come join Charleston's original culinary tour company as we enjoy what Charleston's best restaurants are bringing to the table.
The Savor the Flavors of Upper King Street Tour is offered Wednesday-Saturday. This tour has more seafood tasting items than other tours. If you have a shellfish/fish allergy, we would recommend taking a look at our other options. Substitutions may be provided at the discretion of the restaurant.
TOUR OVERVIEW
Sample mouth-watering dishes of Lowcountry cuisine from the popular culinary innovators in this ever-evolving restaurant district. Come join Charleston's original food tour company as we enjoy what Charleston's best Upper King Street restaurants are bringing to the table.
SAVE TIME & EXPERIENCE MORE
With so much to see and do in Charleston, you’ll find there’s simply not enough time to do it all. Our food tours let you experience the best of our local cuisine in just a few short hours.
EAT LIKE A LOCAL
From fried green tomatoes to she-crab soup, this 2.5 hour Charleston food tour immerses you in the history and culture of the ‘Lowcountry’ and reveals how our unique cuisine has evolved over the past 300+ years.
SMALL GROUP EXPERIENCE
In contrast to other tours in town, we keep our food tours to 12 guests or less. This means a more relaxed and casual experience, with more access to your guide and our friendly vendors.
GET ORIENTED
Our knowledgeable, local guides will help you navigate the city, answer your questions and offer personalized recommendations for after your tour - giving you the best possible start to your visit.
UNFORGETTABLE HOSTS
Experience the best of southern hospitality with our team of passionate, licensed tour guides. With more than ten thousand 5-star reviews you can be confident you aren’t wasting your valuable time on bad experiences.
