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A cannon in a historic building with arched brick walls and a black door. 1
An aircraft carrier with a boat in the foreground. 2
A large, fortified structure by the water, likely a historical fort or castle. 3
An aerial view of Fort Sumter with a dock and a boat. 4
A wrought iron gate with 'Liberty Square' engraved on it, a stone pillar, and a signboard in the background. 5
By Fort Sumter Tours

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is S$55 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 15m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Visit historic Fort Sumter with the only operator in Charleston providing Admission to Fort Sumer National Monument and Round-Trip Ferry Transport 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.

Activity location

  • Fort Sumter National Monument
    • 29482-9748, Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Liberty Square
    • 340 Concord Street
    • 29401, Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Departing Liberty Square

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes2h 15m
    2h 15m
  • English

Liberty Square: This Fort Sumter Tour departs from Liberty Square, 340 Concord St., city centre Charleston

Language options: English
Price details
S$55.20 x 1 AdultS$55.20
Total
Price is S$55.20

Departing Patriots Point

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes2h 15m
    2h 15m
  • English

Patriots Point: This Fort Sumter Tour departs from Patriots Point, 40 Patriots Point Road, Mt. Pleasant

Language options: English
Price details
S$55.20 x 1 AdultS$55.20
Total
Price is S$55.20

What's included, what's not

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

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time
    • Boarding begins 15 minutes prior to departure time
    • Accepted payment methods include all major credit and debit cards only
    • The ferries are equipped with an lift/lift and handicapped accessible bathrooms. The Liberty Square boarding ramp can accommodate electric & manual wheelchairs and scooters except in extreme tide situations. Although the bathrooms on Fort Sumter are accessible only by climbing a flight of stairs, the ferry remains at the Fort so that bathrooms on the boat are available during your visit.
    • There is currently no Lift Service at Fort Sumter – the museum, bathrooms, bookshop and top level of Fort Sumter are only accessible by climbing stairs.
    • The Fort Sumter Tour is a boat excursion dependant on changing weather and tide conditions, Fort Sumter Tours cannot and does not guarantee accessibility. Ramps used to access the ferry can vary based on tides and adverse conditions.
    • Tours run rain or shine. Only the Captain has the final say as to whether he feels it needs to be cancelled due to weather. That decision is made at the time of departure and throughout the duration of the tour.

Activity itinerary

Fort Sumter National Monument

  • 1h

Fort Moultrie (Pass by)

Location

Activity location

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    Fort Sumter National Monument
    • 29482-9748, Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Liberty Square
    • 340 Concord Street
    • 29401, Charleston, South Carolina, United States
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
    • 40 Patriots Point Road
    • 29464, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States

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