Charleston Harbor: Scenic History Boat Cruise

Embark on a scenic and relaxing 90-minute boat cruise through Charleston Harbor. Learn about the rich history and important landmarks while enjoying the beauty of the harbor.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 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…
What's Included
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges included
  • 90-minute scenic Charleston Harbor Sightseeing Cruise
  • Choice of Morning, Afternoon, or Sunset Departure Times
  • Panoramic views aboard the 80-foot Carolina Belle
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Additional Information

Embark on a scenic 90-minute journey around Charleston Harbor aboard the distinctive 80-foot Carolina Belle. Listen to the historical narratives and interesting trivia about the Charleston Harbor from your certified professional captain. This tour will take you through locations that hold immense historical significance in the United States. Soak in the…

Location
10 Wharfside St
Wharfside Street
Departure Point: Charleston Maritime Center Address: 10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Cancellation Policy

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

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Linda_p
Oct 19, 2025
Beautiful way to spend an... - Beautiful way to spend an afternoon in Charleston. Narration was informative and interesting. The boat was clean and casual.
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Paradise37463812167
Oct 18, 2025
Awesome Trip - Narration was interesting and informative. Duration was perfect; sights are great. Chairs are comfortable; snack bar is a good extra.
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Robin_j
Oct 17, 2025
Seeing the harbor - It is generally cooler by the water. Bring s sweater. Lots of great information friendly staff. Would recommended.
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David
Oct 17, 2025
A great day at sea - One of the best narrated cruises ever. Captain Travis captivates his listeners with a combination of deep knowledge, personal anecdotes, humor and quizzes. The audio was crystal clear. A great way to enjoy the sea and the offshore sites.
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Ellen_w
Oct 17, 2025
Beautiful day,... - Beautiful day, interesting and well spoken narrative of Charleston & harbor. Great history lesson and fun facts. A very good experience.
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M3276dmbrandong
Oct 16, 2025
Great tour - Great trip about the historical significance of Charleston and the surrounding area. Crew was very knowledgeable. They were also fun and entertaining.
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Ian_r
Oct 16, 2025
History tour - Very informative and entertaining. Great facts about history and area. Very comfortable ride around harbor.
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Sharon_s
Oct 15, 2025
Remember the weather - It was windy, glad we had jackets. Approaching Ft. Sumter Monarch butterflies were all around. Made me think they were honoring the souls there.
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David_c
Oct 15, 2025
Very nice - Very enjoyable. Clean . Great crew . We thought the boat tour of the harbor was very interesting. The crew was very professional. We always felt safe .
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Dawn_m
Oct 20, 2025
Sunshine cruise - The cruise was very educational. The ride was so smooth that the sunshine and cool air on this autum day made me feel so relaxed.
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From $44
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).