Charleston Harbor History Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Historic Fort Sumter
- Stunning Battery promenade
- Majestic Ravenel Bridge
- Charming Rainbow Row
- Picturesque Waterfront Park
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided boat tour of Charleston Harbor
- Historical commentary by expert guides
- Scenic views of historic landmarks
- Food and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- Cruise operates rain or shine; cancellations are rare.
- Check the local weather forecast before your trip for optimal conditions.
- Arrive at the departure point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for a boat ride.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning harbor views.
- Consider bringing a light jacket, as temperatures can vary on the water.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- 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.
Traveler reviews
Wonderful way to see Charleston
The sunset harbor tour was fantastic! It was a different viewpoint of some of the city’s sites.
Harbor Tour
Very informative boat tour. Very knowledgeable guide. Enjoyed seeing the sights from a water view. Below deck that is a climate controlled room was rather warm as AC struggled to keep the area cool.
Warm afternoon cruise with historical narayion.
We first met Gary the owner. He was very personable and helpful. He got us a quick tour of the South Carolina sailing vessel he helped build. Enjoyed the trip and the boat ride with historical natration.
Mother/Daughter trip to Charleston
My daughter and I had a great time on the Sunset Harbor Cruise. We didn’t see any dolphins, but the cruise was very informative and the crew was friendly and welcoming. The captain was very knowledgeable about the local history. It was a very hot day so my daughter and I chose to go downstairs in the air conditioned space of the ship and had the space to ourselves. It was great!! I highly recommend the cruise if you’re in Charleston!
It was a great, but windy tour!
We had a bit difficult finding the harbour, but after we had found that and bought tickets it was a good tour, - although it was windy this afternoon. The captain was very funny and was very informative in telling us what we observed during this 90 minutes boattrip. I would have liked if a member of the staff could have gone around on the deck with a bag where we could place the empty cups etc. because it was so windy so I was scared to walk on the deck, - luckily one other passenger helped me with the trash.