The Bay Street Bastards Pub Crawl in Charleston is a unique and thrilling way to explore the our city's dark history while visiting some of its best bars and pubs.
Charleston is known as the "Holy City", but it also has a darker side. From gruesome murders to notorious criminals, there are plenty of true crime stories to discover in the city.
On the Bay Street Bastards Pub Crawl, you'll visit some of Charleston's most famous watering holes, while one of our amazing Tour Guides share fascinating stories of true crime that have taken place in Charleston over the years. You'll hear the stories about notorious criminals like Lavinia Fisher, the first female serial killer in the United States, and John and Lottie Black, who were known as the "King and Queen of Charleston's Red Light District."
The Bay Street Bastards Pub Crawl includes several stops at some of the best bars and pubs in Charleston, each with its own unique atmosphere and selection of drinks. You'll have the chance to try some of the city's best craft beers, cocktails, and wines, while mingling with other true crime enthusiasts.
The Bay Streets Bastards Pub Crawl starts at 200 East Bay Street, in the heart of historic Charleston. Your Tour Guide will be highly visible and ready to check you in.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour to ensure that you have enough time to check in. Parking can be scarce in downtown, so we advise ride-sharing or simply walking.
Being that the Bay Street Bastards is a drinking tour, all Tour Guests must be 21 years of age or older. You must have a valid ID to participate, as the bars we visit throughout Charleston will require one to enter.
All Ticket Sales are final. You may reschedule your tour as long as you do so 6 hours or more before the start of your tour. We can even give you a raincheck. .
Your ticket does not include your drinks. If it did, the way most people drink, tickets would be closer to $150, haha. However, many of our partners give exclusive discounts to participants on our Pub Crawls..