1.5-Hour Charleston Harbor Cruise with Live Narration

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

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).

What's Included

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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Fort Sumter National Monument (Pass by)

    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.

    Admission ticket free
  • Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge (Pass by)

    Pass by Ravenel Bridge

    Admission ticket free
  • Battery & White Point Gardens (Pass by)

    Pass by High Battery

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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)
Supplied by SpiritLine Cruises

Tags

Day Cruises
Water Tours
Sightseeing Cruises
Excellent Quality
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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