Charleston Harbor Cruise: Explore Historic Landmarks
4.2
93 Ratings
Charleston
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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What's Included
- Live narration by expert Charleston guides
- 1.5-hour Charleston Harbor sightseeing cruise
- Engaging stories of Charleston’s history
- Opportunity to spot dolphins
- View Fort Sumter, USS Yorktown, and more landmarks
- Choice of two departure points
- Insights into the lives of notable historic figures
Additional Information
Explore the coastal landmarks of South Carolina’s oldest and most populous city on this Charleston Harbor cruise. Sail past significant Civil War locations including Fort Sumter & Castle Pinckney, distinguished pre-war homes lining the Battery, and a World War II aircraft carrier. Relish the open air and harbor panoramas as you absorb Charleston’s abundant history and noteworthy inhabitants from a certified Guide. Frequently, friendly dolphins accompany the boats.
- Daytime Harbor Cruises initiate from Aquarium Wharf or Patriots Point (Specific starting points must be chosen at checkout).
- 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)
Location
Aquarium Wharf
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(93 Ratings)
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Cynthia_s
May 21, 2024
Great experience - The tour guide was friendly and extremely knowledgeable. My only regret is that I didn't wear a jacket because it was very cold. You are on the top level of the boat so there's no protection from the cold. The tour lasted the full 90 minutes as advertised and we saw a lot of historical sites.
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Taterdog
May 20, 2024
Delightful time on the water - We took the last Harbor Tour of the day and it was simply lovely. Our tour guide, boat captain and crew were knowledgeable and fun! An affordable way to see the sights of Charleston that are not accessible except by water.
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681jayner
May 19, 2024
Great harbor tour! - The harbor views were incredible and our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the history of the area, as well as giving an experienced view of military/aviation life, both personally and for the area. Very entertaining, and we also saw several dolphins!
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H8250ofjenniferb
May 18, 2024
Enjoyable Harbor Cruise - We took a harbor tour. It was very enjoyable and relaxing. The crew was professional and the tour guide was very knowledgeable. We thought it was a good value for the price.
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Karenlx1852tt
May 17, 2024
Narrated historical tour - Docked at Yorktown (go see the ship while you are there!) clean and comfortable. Excellent narrated tour by a veteran - you see and learn so much! Cruising by beautiful homes, Ft Sumter, close up of Yorktown, aquarium- and a bonus-dolphins! Nicely done, thank you.
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Kenneth_m
May 14, 2024
Charleston Harbor Cruise - This was a nice boat ride around Charleston harbor with great history and information about the area.
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A2966ptsusanj
May 9, 2024
Enjoyable adventure! - Enjoyed our harbor cruise very much. Only issue we had was our tour guide stood in the middle of the ship and pointed, so if not looking at him had no clue. Also for those without a boat a quick lesson on stern and bow would be helpful also.
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Tammy_h
May 20, 2024
History and maybe dolphins. - All about history. Did not see any dolphins. They have an inside, just in case it rains, and an upper outside deck. Seating was just ok.
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916vall
May 12, 2024
Just fine! - Our guide was dynamic and funny. The crew was there to assist at boarding. It was not too busy so it was possible the have a great view and shade. The duration of the tour is just fine. I wish there was more cruising closer to Charleston to see the mansions. Sometimes it was a bit long. The price is a bit too much for the experience I had.
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Don_p
May 1, 2024
The worst Boat cruise I have Been on!! - The Worst Boat cruise I Have Been On!!The Narrator Was Terrible And No Dolphin Sighting!! I Don't have Any More To Say But It Was Terrible And Waste Of 80.00 Dollars!!!!
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