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Charleston Harbor History Day-Time or Sunset Boat Cruise

Charleston Harbor History Day-Time or Sunset Boat Cruise

Overview

During this scenic and relaxing 90 minute tour you will experience Charleston Harbor on the unique 80-foot Carolina Belle. Your professional licensed captain will narrate history, sights, and facts about the Charleston Harbor as you pass locations critical to United States history. Enjoy the beauty of the Charleston Harbor and learn its rich history while you are in town.

City: Charleston

Mon 07 Oct

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Starting at $37.12

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Mon 07 Oct

Starting at $37.12

Make a reservation

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What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

90-minute Charleston Harbor Sightseeing Cruise from Charleston, South Carolina

Select from Morning, Afternoon, or Sunset Departure Times

Enjoy panoramic views from aboard the unique 80-foot Carolina Belle

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
There is a flat pier out to the boat and the boarding ramp is about 30 feet long. Travelers will board on the top deck and there are stairs to the lower level. Restrooms are located on the top deck.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
All guests will have to sign off on a COVID questionnaire affirming that they have not had symptoms for the past 14 days.

What To Expect

Fort Sumter National Monument

While aboard the Carolina Belle your professional and licensed captain will narrate history, sights, and facts about the Charleston Harbor as you pass locations critical to United States history. You will get close-up views of the Holy City's most famous and charming sights such as Fort Sumter: One of Charleston's most popular landmarks, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired, USS Yorktown: the famous World War II “Fighting Lady," Confederate and Union army Forts Moultrie and Johnson, St. Michael’s Episcopal Church: A surviver of both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, whose steeple was painted black so as not to be an easy target, Stately homes on the Battery: Symbols of Southern elegance and perseverance.

Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

You will also see the Cooper River Bridges, including the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge: A state of the art span that accommodates the largest ships in the world and connects downtown Charleston to Mount Pleasant. To add to this wonderful experience, don't be surprised if you see Dolphins skimming the surface of the water and pelicans diving for food.

Joe Riley Waterfront Park

Enjoy views of Charleston Waterfront Park

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (1000)

Tony_M

Jul 2021

Nice and unique experience of learning about a different facet of Charleston. Captain and crew were very helpful.

Brian and G

Jul 2021

My husband and I took the 3:30 Harbor tour today. It was pouring when we boarded so most everyone headed for the lower deck. There were plenty of chairs and the Captain adjusted the volume so that it wasn't too loud, but we could all hear. He gave a nice history/description of what we were seeing. In between they had nice mellow music playing. About half way through the cruise, the rain stopped and people began moving outside. The company sent people out to dry the outside seats. It was very nice service. All in all, it was a lovely, informative afternoon. This is a small, family owned company and it showed in their concern for their customers. They also run the Schooner Pride, which I bet is wonderful. We ran out of time, or I'd do that one, too. BTW, we took DASH to the Maritime Center because it was raining. The Orange line (211) goes right there. It was easy.

L9745BOalexandert

Jul 2021

No communication was sent on parking requirements or nearby construction. The office line is closed as five o'clock. The online chat option did not respond. As a result, we arrived six minutes past the seven o'clock departure time. As the boat was being untied, a man who introduced himself as Captain Jim asked why we were late, with a rude tone. Captain Jim refused to open the stairwell and allow us to board the boat. Captain Jim insisted that it's unsafe to tie back to the dock and allow us to board. We were made to feel like it was our fault for arriving late and charged for a boat tour we did not experience. We're extremely disappointed with the entire experience.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Sorry you missed the boat, but we cannot retie the vessel and reattach the boarding ramp quickly and everyone else was boarded and on time. You are to be at the boat 20-30 minutes prior to departure and you were more than five minutes late. Construction has been going on in the area for 2 years and is clearly communicated in your confirmation. Parking and walking to the boat is quite easy and no other guests had issue. See below directly from your confirmation. PLEASE NOTE Due to construction of the International African American Museum (IAAM, there is no parking at the Charleston Maritime Center. The closest parking to the Maritime Center will be in the SC Aquarium Parking Garage located at 24 Calhoun Street, just before the intersection of Concord Street. The Maritime Center is a short walk through Liberty Square along the waterfront. We highly encourage ride share through Uber or Lyft, which is readily available downtown or take a Bike Taxi. There is also a free downtown shuttle provided through Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA). This shuttle is called the DASH and the 210 route comes to the Aquarium. See this link for a full route schedule https://www.ridecarta.com/route/210-college-charleston-aquarium-shuttle-dash/ If you wish to utilize the DASH, there is ample parking at the Charleston Visitors Center Garage, 73 Mary Street, Charleston, SC 29403. Next door to the Visitors Center.