Return to a time of tremendous wealth and oppression on this tour of Charleston. Discover beautiful
antebellum mansions and waterside parks as you revisit the leadup to the Civil War.
Historic Charleston - South Carolina
Dive into Charleston’s rich antebellum history as you explore this beautiful city! Admire beautifully preserved and restored antebellum architecture and visit Charleston’s gorgeous waterfront. Learn the role this city played in the Revolutionary War and find out what life was like for residents during the 18th and 19th centuries. This tour will also show you plenty of historic homes-turned-museums so you can really immerse yourself in the past!
As you explore, you’ll get an in-depth look at the struggles that defined this city during the leadup to the Civil War, including the little-known fight for abolition. That’s right, the fight to end slavery wasn’t just relegated to the north! You’ll also hear how the Civil War totally transformed Charleston and what that means for residents today.
If you’re planning a trip to the south, it’s hard to beat the history and beauty of Charleston!
Featuring riveting stories, a lively narrator, and easy automatic audio, this app puts exploration in the palm of your hand!
This comprehensive tour of Charleston includes:
■ Charleston’s Past and Present
■ Native Nations and Charleston
■ The Cherokee War
■ Marion Square
■ Oscar Marion
■ Charleston Tea Party
■ Siege of Charleston
■ Reclaiming Charleston
■ Liberty Square
■ Grimke Sisters’ Home
■ Slavery and Abolition in Charleston
■ Historic Charleston City Market
■ Denmark Vesey
■ The Uprising
■ The Crackdown
■ Miles Brewton House
■ The Battery
■ Charleston During the Civil War
■ Nathaniel Russell House
■ Saint Michael’s Church
■ Powder Magazine
■ Heyward-Washington House
■ Rainbow Row
■ Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon
■ Joe Riley Waterfront Park
HOW IT WORKS:
As you drive/walk, audio stories play automatically based on your location. Simply go to the starting point of the tour and begin following the given route. Each story begins playing on its own, usually just before you reach a point of interest.
TOUR FEATURES:
▶ Freedom of travel
No scheduled tour times, no crowded buses, and no rush to keep moving past stops that interest you. You have total freedom to skip ahead, linger, and take as many photos as you’d like.
▶ Automatic play
No muss, no fuss. Just follow the app’s built-in route to all the must-visit spots — the audio stories about everything you see will play automatically!
▶ Works offline
Download the tour in advance and then use it seamlessly, even in areas with no service!
▶ Lifetime purchase
No monthly subscription. No time limits. No usage limits. Enjoy this tour as many times as you like.
▶ Incredible stories
Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and secrets of this famous site with the help of a top-tier narrator and fascinating stories written by experts.
▶ Award-winning app
Featured on Thrillist and WBZ, this easy-to-use app won the Laurel Award for Technology from the Newport Mansions, who use the app for over a million tours per year.
FREE DEMO vs FULL ACCESS:
Check out the totally free demo to get an idea of what this tour is all about. If you like it, purchase the tour to get full access to all of the stories.
QUICK TIPS:
■ Download ahead of time, over data or WiFi.
■ Be sure the phone battery is fully charged or take an external battery pack.
NOTE:
Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. This app uses your location service and GPS tracking feature to allow real-time tracking of your route.
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