Discover the eerie history of Charleston's Old City Jail on a guided night tour, delving into tales of notorious criminals and haunted spaces.
Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail
Summary Description
Highlights
- Explore Charleston's most haunted building
- Hear tales of notorious criminals and pirates
- Visit eerie spaces like prisoner cells and hallways
- Learn about 19th-century punishments and conditions
- Experience a spine-chilling atmosphere after dark
Description
Join us for a memorable tour of the ground level of the Old City Jail, which housed some of Charleston’s most infamous criminals, 19th-century pirates, and Civil War prisoners. Located on Magazine Street downtown, the Old City Jail operated from 1802 until 1939, and has recently undergone renovation, leaving the first floor in keeping with its original design (with the welcomed addition of air conditioning). Bulldog Tours, exclusively, guides guests through the cells, hallways and places where Charleston’s earliest criminals lived. Get a glimpse of how the incarcerated were mistreated with primitive forms of torture while living in miserable conditions. Hear stories like the legend of Lavinia Fisher, the jail’s most famous inmate and first female serial killer. Since Bulldog's first tour of this storied place in 2004, guests have returned again and again to make their own discoveries about what has transpired in this historic site. PLEASE NOTE THIS TOUR IS FOR 10 AND UP ONLY.
Included / Excluded
- Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Guided Walking Tour
- Admission to Old City Jail in Charleston
- Professional Guide
- 45min Behind-The-Scenes Guided Tour of Old City Jail
- Experience the jail that housed some of Charleston’s most infamous criminals & 19th-century pirates
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from attractions
Accessibility
- Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Tours are conducted in English; proficiency in the language is recommended.
- The tour involves walking through dimly lit and potentially uneven areas; proceed with caution.
- Advanced booking is recommended, as tours often sell out quickly.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Bring a flashlight or use your phone's light feature for better visibility.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as tours operate rain or shine.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 1 days
Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
About operator:
Bulldog Tours, based in Charleston, South Carolina, offers immersive walking tours led by licensed guides. Established in 2001, this award-winning, locally owned company specializes in food, ghost, and history tours, giving guests exclusive access to graveyards, historic landmarks, culinary gems, and haunted sites such as the Old City Jail and Provost Dungeon. With daily tours from 8 AM–10 PM, Bulldog Tours prides itself on exceptional storytelling, community impact (over $6.1 million raised for preservation), and flexible options including private and group bookings. The company has received accolades from major networks and is consistently voted the city's best tour operator.
Basic Information
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Walking & Bike Tours
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