From US$445 per person
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5.0 / 5 from 14 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 15
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 / 5 · 14 reviews
About this tour
Charleston History. Jewish Soul.
Charleston was home to the largest Jewish community in the U.S. until the 1820s — even surpassing New York!
This private tour blends iconic landmarks with hidden gems, weaving Jewish heritage into the broader story of Charleston.
We’ll visit sites both famous and often overlooked — including “Little Jerusalem” and two of America’s oldest synagogues: one, the oldest in continuous use and birthplace of Reform Judaism; the other, the nation’s oldest active Orthodox Ashkenazi congregation. You'll also see the first Jewish-owned pharmacy in America, a brothel once run by a Jewish woman, and homes and civic spaces tied to merchants, leaders, and reformers.
Along the way, we honor the contributions of African Americans and reflect on Jewish involvement in Charleston’s slave economy and the Civil War.
Each tour is private, unhurried, and carefully curated — complete with refreshments and storytelling that make the experience both meaningful and memorable.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Go to the front gate on Hasell Street and the guide will meet you there.
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Itinerary
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- 1
Learn about the Sephardic roots of Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, the oldest synagogue in continuous use in the U.S. and birthplace of American Reform Judaism.(pass by)
- 2
Hear the story behind Grace Peixotto, daughter of a religious leader, and the brothel she owned and operated here.(pass by)
- 3
See Dr. Jacob de la Motta's former pharmacy, which became the first Jewish-owned pharmacy in the U.S, as well as the Hebrew Orphan Society, the oldest incorporated Jewish charity in the U.S.(pass by)
- 4
Learn about BSBI, the oldest Ashkenazi Orthodox synagogue in continuous use in the U.S.(pass by)
- 5
Explore "Little Jerusalem," a bustling Ashkenazi Jewish quarter from the 1800s.(pass by)
- 6
See Charleston's Holocaust Memorial and the powerful symbolism in its unique structure.(pass by)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Meeting point
- Go to the front gate on Hasell Street and the guide will meet you there
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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