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Saturday Night Special Walking Tour

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Seller: BlackCatTour
(Black Cat Tours LLC)

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Seller Description:
Mark Jones, a ninth generation South Carolinian, has spent seven years researching the dark side of Charleston's history. As a minister's son he is proud to be the only Charleston tour guide who specializes in sex, murder and sin.

His first book Wicked Charleston: The Dark Side of the Holy City was published in 2005 and is in its fifth printing. In 2006, Jones released Wicked Charleston, Vol. II: Prostitutes, Politics and Prohibition. Together, the two Wicked Charleston books make up the most unusual and entertaining history ever written about the Holy City.

Mark has been featured on NPR, MSNBC, TNT and CMT discussing Charleston's wicked history.

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Activity Description
Sixty-nine minutes of uncensored history. A no-holds-barred tour that discusses 19th century gay life and delves into the odd institution of the 'Charleston marriage.' During this six block walking tour, you will learn why Charleston was often called "the Sodom & Gomorrah of the South!"

>> This is the ALTERNATIVE tour <<

Stories you will hear:

  • Cross-dressing pirates
  • Cross-gendered socialites
  • Unique stories of passion and crime
See sights such as:
  • Market Hall - a national landmark
  • The Powder Magazine - South Carolina's oldest public structure.
  • Several historic churches and graveyards
  • Stroll down a dueler's alley.
This 69 minute tour could be the most fun you will have in Charleston!

What Is Not Included?
Water is not included but is recommended, especially during the hot time of the year (April - October).

Alcohol is NOT recommended. The city of Charleston has a strict open container policy for sidewalks. However, your guide Mark knows where all the good bars are. Just ask!

Meeting Location:
City Market (Charleston, SC)
(Exact meeting location details will be provided immediately upon purchase of tickets.)