Harbor History Tour Aboard the Palmetto

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 49 travelers

Overview

Experience our unique Charleston History Tours by water and delight in her 300+ years of rich heritage and colorful maritime history! With epic battles fought in and around Charleston, historic landmarks abound. Locations you will see from the water include Fort Sumter, Castle Pinckney, The USS Yorktown, Fort Moultrie, the Morris Island and Sullivan’s Island lighthouses, the Arthur Ravenel Bridge, and more.

You will be amazed at how easily you are able to view the stately homes along Charleston’s famous Battery, where in 1861, General Beauregard observed the first shot fired in the Civil War. As you glide across the water, enjoying Charleston’s beautiful skyline, you’ll be amazed by tales of pirates, shipwrecks, and plantation days gone by.

What's included

In-person Guide
All Fees and Taxes

Snacks
Alcoholic Beverages
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Gratuities

What to expect

Battery & White Point Gardens
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You will be amazed at how easily you are able to view the stately homes along Charleston’s famous Battery, where in 1861, General Beauregard observed the first shot fired in the Civil War. As you glide across the water, enjoying Charleston’s beautiful skyline, you’ll be amazed by tales of pirates, shipwrecks, and plantation days gone by.
Fort Sumter National Monument
Pass by

With epic battles fought in and around Charleston, historic landmarks abound. Locations you will see from the water include Fort Sumter, Castle Pinckney, The USS Yorktown, Fort Moultrie, the Morris Island and Sullivan’s Island lighthouses, the Arthur Ravenel Bridge, and more.
Pass by

Pass by the USS Yorktown one of 24 Essex-class aircraft carriers built during World War II for the United States Navy.
Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
Pass by

Pass under the Ravenel Bridge, the longest cable-stayed bridge in North America. The bridge structure is designed to withstand shipping accidents and the natural disasters that have plagued Charleston's history.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are located 1/2 block from the SC Aquarium at the Charleston Maritime Center. Upon arrival please look for the blue and white ticket booth located on the far left pier and check in with our staff member in the booth at least 30 minutes prior to departure.

End point

We are located 1/2 block from the SC Aquarium at the Charleston Maritime Center. Upon arrival please look for the blue and white ticket booth located on the far left pier and check in with our staff member in the booth at least 30 minutes prior to departure.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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