Charleston Fort Sumter National Monument Tour

Visit historic Fort Sumter with the only operator in Charleston providing Admission to Fort Sumer National Monument and Round-Trip Ferry Transportation from Liberty Square or Patriots Point. 
Cruise by top Charleston sites from your ferry such as Rainbow Row and Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. For those departing from Patriots Point, experience views of the USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier from up-close.

Explore the grounds of Fort Sumter and stand where America’s deadliest war began at Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park. The first shots were fired here, igniting a conflict that saw more than 700,000 casualties. Experience the opening battle of the American Civil War and explore its origins with a National Park Ranger who will greet you upon arrival. Your approximate 1-hour visit to Fort Sumter allows ample time to explore well-preserved fort ruins and browse Museum Store souvenirs.

Then enjoy the beautiful views of the city as you ride the ferry back to Charleston.

Meeting Point

Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center

340 Concord St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA

Downtown Charleston (must select option at checkout)
Liberty Square’s Fort Sumter Visitors Center, 340 Concord St. Charleston, SC 29401

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40 Patriots Point Rd

40 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA

Mt. Pleasant (must select option at checkout)
Patriots Point, 40 Patriots Point Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464

What's included:

• Access to the Fort Sumter Museum, Bookstore, and Souvenir Shop
• Experience the opening battle of the American Civil War with a National Park Ranger
• Admission to historic Fort Sumter in Charleston, South Carolina
• 1-hour Self-Guided Tour to explore Fort Sumter and its well-preserved ruins
• Round-Trip Ferry Transportation from Liberty Square or Patriots Point (30-minutes each way)

Not included:

• Food & Beverages (available for purchase)
• Gratuities

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours, 15 minutes

Fort Sumter National Monument

340 Concord Street, , Charleston, 29482-9748, South Carolina

Visit historic Fort Sumter National Monument located in Charleston, SC with the only operator in the city offering Admission to Fort Sumter plus Round-Trip Ferry Service. 
Experience a relaxing 30minute Narrated Harbor Cruise to historic Fort Sumter, where America’s deadliest war began. You will learn about the events which led to the outbreak of America’s most bloody war. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a National Park Service Ranger, who will provide further details about Fort Sumter and its pivotal role in the American Civil War. On the fort you will find a very informative museum (360 Video of Museum) with many historic artifacts and a souvenir shop. After your roughly one hour visit, you will enjoy a scenic cruise back to your departure point.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center

340 Concord St, Charleston, 29401-1530, South Carolina

Ferries depart from the Fort Sumter Visitor's Center in downtown Charleston for those who select the Liberty Square departure option during checkout.

Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

, , Charleston, 29403, South Carolina

Enjoy scenic views of top Charleston sites during your cruise to Fort Sumter, including Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge.

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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

40 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, 29464-4377, South Carolina

For those departing from Patriots Point, experience views of the historic USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier from up-close.
 

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Fort Moultrie

1214 Middle St, , Sullivan's Island, 29482-9748, South Carolina

Fort Moultrie is a series of forts along Sullivan's Island. Enjoy views of the fort as you cruise by or while on Fort Sumter.

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Battery & White Point Gardens

2 Murray Blvd., , Charleston, 29401, South Carolina

Enjoy scenic views of Charleston such as Battery homes during your cruise to Fort Sumter.

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