Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
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Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry 20% OFF

Location Charleston, South Carolina, USA
$34.40
$43
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Overview

Fort Sumter National Monument in Charleston, SC, offers a unique opportunity to visit the site where America's deadliest war began. This tour features round-trip ferry transportation and insightful guidance from a National Park Ranger.

  • 🛳️ Round-trip ferry transportation from Liberty Square or Patriots Point, with a scenic 30-minute narrated harbor cruise each way.
  • 🏛️ Admission to historic Fort Sumter, allowing you to explore the well-preserved ruins and learn about the Civil War's opening battle.
  • 📜 A knowledgeable tour guide will provide insights into the pivotal role of Fort Sumter during the American Civil War.
  • 🖼️ Access to the Fort Sumter Museum, featuring a 360-degree video and numerous historic artifacts, along with a souvenir shop.
  • 🌉 Enjoy breathtaking views of Charleston landmarks, including the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and Battery homes during your ferry ride.
  • 🚢 For Patriots Point departures, witness the historic USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier up close as you cruise by.
  • ♿ The tour is wheelchair accessible, with facilities for prams and strollers, ensuring a comfortable experience for all guests.
  • ⏰ Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure to ensure smooth boarding, which begins 15 minutes prior to departure time.
  • 💳 Accepted payment methods include all major credit and debit cards for hassle-free transactions.
  • 🚻 Restroom facilities are available on the ferry during your visit to Fort Sumter for added convenience.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Departing Liberty Square
Liberty Square: This Fort Sumter Tour departs from Liberty Square, 340 Concord St., downtown Charleston
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes

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

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Tour requires a ferry boat to and from the island. Please select ferry departure location at checkout.
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Tour requires a ferry boat to and from the island. Please select ferry departure location at checkout.

  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • Enjoy scenic views of top Charleston sites during your cruise to Fort Sumter, including Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. (pass by)
  • For those departing from Patriots Point, experience views of the historic USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier from up-close. (pass by)
  • 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. (pass by)
  • Enjoy scenic views of Charleston such as Battery homes during your cruise to Fort Sumter. (pass by)

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation 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 elevator/lift and handicapped accessible restrooms. The Liberty Square boarding ramp can accommodate electric & manual wheelchairs and scooters except in extreme tide situations. Although the restrooms on Fort Sumter are accessible only by climbing a flight of stairs, the ferry remains at the Fort so that restrooms on the boat are available during your visit.
  • There is currently no Elevator Service at Fort Sumter – the museum, restrooms, bookstore and top level of Fort Sumter are only accessible by climbing stairs.
  • The Fort Sumter Tour is a boat excursion dependent 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 canceled due to weather. That decision is made at the time of departure and throughout the duration of the tour.

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry 20% OFF

    Location Charleston, South Carolina, USA
    $34.40
    $43
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
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    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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