Charleston Harbor History 90-Minute Day-Time or Sunset Boat Cruise
by Charleston Harbor Boat Tours
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This 90-minute boat cruise takes place on the Carolina Belle, an 80-foot vessel offering panoramic views of Charleston Harbor. The licensed captain provides live narration throughout the tour, sharing historical facts and details about important sites in the harbor. The cruise passes Fort Sumter National Monument, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired, and views the USS Yorktown aircraft carrier, known as the World War II “Fighting Lady.” The tour continues past both Confederate and Union forts, including Forts Moultrie and Johnson. Passengers also see St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, which survived both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars and features a black-painted steeple to avoid being an easy target. The boat moves along the waterfront, passing stately homes on the Battery, symbols of Southern history. The route includes passage under the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, a modern span connecting downtown Charleston to Mount Pleasant and designed to accommodate the largest ships. Along the way, guests may spot dolphins and pelicans. The cruise offers views of Charleston Waterfront Park before returning to the pier. Departure times are available in the morning, afternoon, or at sunset. All taxes, fees, and handling charges are included. Alcoholic beverages can be purchased on board but are not included. Boarding is on the top deck via a flat pier and a 30-foot boarding ramp. Stairs connect the top deck to the lower level, and restrooms are available on the top deck.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Fort Sumter National Monument
While aboard the Carolina Belle, the licensed captain narrates history and facts about Charleston Harbor. Passengers see Fort Sumter, where the Civil War began; the USS Yorktown, a World War II aircraft carrier; Confederate and Union forts Moultrie and Johnson; St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, known for its black-painted steeple; and historic homes on the Battery.
Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
The cruise passes under the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, a modern structure connecting downtown Charleston to Mount Pleasant. The bridge accommodates the largest ships, and guests may observe dolphins and pelicans in the water nearby.
Charleston Waterfront Park
The boat offers views of Charleston Waterfront Park before returning to the pier.
Meeting point
Departure Point: Charleston Maritime Center Address: 10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC 29401
End point
Departure Point: Charleston Maritime Center Address: 10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Charleston Harbor History 90-Minute Day-Time or Sunset Boat Cruise
by Charleston Harbor Boat Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$89Overview
This 90-minute boat cruise takes place on the Carolina Belle, an 80-foot vessel offering panoramic views of Charleston Harbor. The licensed captain provides live narration throughout the tour, sharing historical facts and details about important sites in the harbor. The cruise passes Fort Sumter National Monument, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired, and views the USS Yorktown aircraft carrier, known as the World War II “Fighting Lady.” The tour continues past both Confederate and Union forts, including Forts Moultrie and Johnson. Passengers also see St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, which survived both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars and features a black-painted steeple to avoid being an easy target. The boat moves along the waterfront, passing stately homes on the Battery, symbols of Southern history. The route includes passage under the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, a modern span connecting downtown Charleston to Mount Pleasant and designed to accommodate the largest ships. Along the way, guests may spot dolphins and pelicans. The cruise offers views of Charleston Waterfront Park before returning to the pier. Departure times are available in the morning, afternoon, or at sunset. All taxes, fees, and handling charges are included. Alcoholic beverages can be purchased on board but are not included. Boarding is on the top deck via a flat pier and a 30-foot boarding ramp. Stairs connect the top deck to the lower level, and restrooms are available on the top deck.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Fort Sumter National Monument
While aboard the Carolina Belle, the licensed captain narrates history and facts about Charleston Harbor. Passengers see Fort Sumter, where the Civil War began; the USS Yorktown, a World War II aircraft carrier; Confederate and Union forts Moultrie and Johnson; St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, known for its black-painted steeple; and historic homes on the Battery.
Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
The cruise passes under the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, a modern structure connecting downtown Charleston to Mount Pleasant. The bridge accommodates the largest ships, and guests may observe dolphins and pelicans in the water nearby.
Charleston Waterfront Park
The boat offers views of Charleston Waterfront Park before returning to the pier.
Meeting point
Departure Point: Charleston Maritime Center Address: 10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC 29401
End point
Departure Point: Charleston Maritime Center Address: 10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.