1.5-Hour Charleston Harbor Cruise with Live Narration
Discover the shoreline landmarks of the oldest and largest city in South Carolina on this cruise of the Charleston Harbor. Pass important Civil War sites including Fort Sumter & Castle Pinckney, stately antebellum homes along the Battery, and an aircraft carrier from World War II. Enjoy fresh air and harbor views as you learn about Charleston’s rich history and well-known residents from a certified Guide. Friendly dolphin often accompany the boats.
- Daytime Harbor Cruises depart from Aquarium Wharf or Patriots Point (Specific departure locations must be selected at checkout).
Options
Cruise Depart: Aquarium Wharf
Starting point:
Aquarium Wharf, Charleston, SC, USA
What's included in 1.5-Hour Charleston Harbor Cruise with Live Narration
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Fort Sumter National MonumentPass-by Only
You will learn fascinating historically accurate Charleston history while you cruise the gentle waves of her harbor. Our knowledgeable and entertaining tour guides are certified by the City of Charleston and enjoy interacting with guests. You will cruise passed notable American landmarks, such as Fort Sumter, the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown, The Battery, the Ravenel Bridge, Castle Pinckney and other sites from the past and present. This relaxing and fun Charleston Tour departs from two locations daily. You will hear enthralling tales of the city’s colorful past as well as scintillating facts about her most-interesting former citizens. Perfect for all ages, the whole family can enjoy cruising along the coastline of our beautiful “Holy City”. Do you know why we call it the “Holy City”? Find out on our 90-minute Charleston Harbor tour.
Arthur Ravenel Jr. BridgePass-by Only
Pass by Ravenel Bridge
Battery & White Point GardensPass-by Only
Pass by High Battery
Inclusions
- Live Narration by Licensed City of Charleston Tour Guides
- 1.5-Hour Sightseeing Cruise of Charleston Harbor
- Hear enthralling tales of Charleston's colorful past
- Possibility of seeing dolphins from the boat
- Pass by Fort Sumter, USS Yorktown, High Battery, Ravenel Bridge, Castle Pinckney, and more
- Select between two convenient departure locations: Patriot's Point or Aquarium Wharf
- Learn scintillating facts about the city's most interesting former residents
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Accesibility: Charleston Harbor Tour is not handicap accessible as we have steps that must be climbed in order to board.
- 90-Minute Daytime Harbor Cruises depart from either Aquarium Wharf or Patriots Point (option available at checkout)
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
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Ticket Redemption
CRUISE ONLY OPTION • 90-Minute Daytime Harbor Cruise • If selected Aquarium Wharf departure at checkout: Cruise departs from Aquarium Wharf - 360 Concord Street, Charleston SC 29401. • If selected Patriots Point departure at checkout: Cruise departs from Patriots Point, 40 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464. SUNSET DINNER CRUISE OPTION • 2.5-Hour Sunset Dinner Cruise • Cruise departs from Patriots Point, 40 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464. • Boarding begins at 6:30pm, sail time is approx. 7pm-9:30pm.