Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Reviews Summary

Generally positive, with informative narration and historical significance highlighted. Some mention wind/rain impacting experience. Many recommend the trip.

Features

Free Cancellation

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

Instant ticket delivery
Mobile Ticket
Pickup available
Duration

2.3 hours

Wheelchair accessible
Audio guide
Live guide
  • 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)
  • Food & Beverages
  • Parking
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

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,...

  • Duration 2 Hours and 15 Minutes
  • Skip-the-Line Tickets Available
  • Group Tour
  • Max 385 people in the group
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    Fort Sumter National Monument

    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...

    • Duration 1 Hour
    • Admission Ticket Included
  • 2

    Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center

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

    • No Admission Ticket Required
  • 3

    Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

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

    • No Admission Ticket Required
    • Drive-By Only
  • 4

    Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

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

    • No Admission Ticket Required
    • Drive-By Only
  • 5

    Fort Moultrie

    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.

    • No Admission Ticket Required
    • Drive-By Only
  • 6

    Battery & White Point Gardens

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

    • No Admission Ticket Required
    • Drive-By Only

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

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