Food tours in Charleston
A food tour is the quickest way to eat your way around Charleston. The most comfortable months are January to April and October–November, with highs around 70°F (21°C) and about 8 rainy days a month.
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Top food tours in Charleston
Downtown Charleston Food TourFrom $110View 
Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ TastingsFrom $98View 
Charleston Brunch Food Tour: Biscuits, Shrimps, Grits and MoreFrom $98View 
Charleston's Tastes Through Time -Food, History & Culture TourFrom $99View 
Savor the Flavors of Charleston Walking Food TourFrom $111View 
Undiscovered Charleston: Half Day Food, Wine & History Tour with Cooking ClassFrom $250View
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What to eat and drink in Charleston
Expect to taste the local staples. Ones to look for:
- She-crab soup
- A creamy crab soup made with crab roe and a splash of sherry.
How to pick a good food tour
- Skip a big meal beforehand: most tours serve the equivalent of lunch or dinner across six to ten stops.
- Small groups of 12 or fewer get served faster and fit into tiny counters and bars.
- Check what's included. Some tours count drinks as stops, others charge for them on the day.
- Ask about dietary swaps before you book. Many tours can replace meat or gluten dishes if they know ahead.
Charleston month by month
Averages for Charleston Int'l, South Carolina, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 60 (16) | 64 (18) | 70 (21) | 77 (25) | 84 (29) | 89 (31) | 91 (33) | 90 (32) | 85 (30) | 78 (26) | 69 (21) | 63 (17) |
| Low °F (°C) | 39 (4) | 42 (5) | 47 (9) | 55 (13) | 63 (17) | 70 (21) | 74 (23) | 73 (23) | 68 (20) | 58 (14) | 47 (8) | 42 (5) |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 9 |
| Sunset (15th) | 5:36 pm | 6:05 pm | 7:27 pm | 7:49 pm | 8:11 pm | 8:29 pm | 8:29 pm | 8:05 pm | 7:27 pm | 6:47 pm | 5:19 pm | 5:15 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for food tours in Charleston?
January to April and October–November. Expect highs around 70°F (21°C) and about 8 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are July and August.
What food is Charleston known for?
She-crab soup: a creamy crab soup made with crab roe and a splash of sherry.
Where can I book food tours in Charleston?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
More things to do in Charleston
Walking toursBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Boat toursBest Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Sunset cruisesBest Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Cooking classesAll year
Day tripsBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Bike toursBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Kayak toursBest Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Helicopter toursBest Jan–May, Oct–Nov
Zipline toursBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Segway toursBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Private toursBest Jan–Apr, Oct–Nov
Hot air balloon ridesBest Jan–May, Oct–Nov
