Things to do in Charleston

What to expect in Charleston

This catalogue is led by Tours, which make up the available experiences and price spread here, so travellers will largely choose from guided outings when planning activities. Demand for bookings peaks in August and tapers to its quietest in July, which affects how busy popular tours feel. If you prefer less crowded experiences, aim for July when bookings are light; August is when many travellers visit and tours are busiest.

How to choose which activities to book

The main choice is whether to lock in a guided Tour or keep plans flexible, and the decision depends on budget and how tailored you want the experience: the widest range of options appears in Tours, whose entry-level is typically around PHP 1,843 and upper-end around PHP 2,379. For straightforward planning, Tours are also the most affordable way in for filling gaps in an itinerary and they cover everything from basic options to higher-end guided experiences.

If price-shopping is important, you’ll find Tours again offer the most variety so comparing listings can deliver different value; the typical paid is about PHP 2,022, which is the usual benchmark to judge whether an option is budget or premium. Mid-range travellers will find inclusion and quality vary within Tours, so read descriptions to match what you want rather than relying only on price.

When travellers from the Philippines book

Most travellers book at the last minute, typically 1 day ahead, while the earliest planners book around 4 days ahead. Because demand peaks in August, that short cushion matters most then if you want flexibility and to avoid busy slots.

How Charleston prices stack up

The table below compares the city's top categories on price so you can place a budget before choosing.

Typical price is the median paid on Klook; the usual range covers the middle half of bookings, so cheaper and pricier options exist outside it; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.