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Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon

Museum

4.6(1480 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 AM Sat
Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon

About

Revolutionary & Colonial history tours. Self-guided tours offered in a historic building, formerly a Revolutionary prison & City Hall.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • A camera and notebook
  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    122 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401
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    Phone
    (843) 727-2165
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    Hours
    Monday:9 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:9 AM–5 PM
    Friday:9 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:9 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:11 AM–5 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Active military discounts: Has active military discounts
  • Live performances: Has live performances

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Family-friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly: LGBTQ+ friendly

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Parking

  • Paid parking lot: Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking: Paid street parking

Nearby

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