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    Explore Charleston Harbor & Historic City Combo Tour

    Cruise Charleston Harbor and tour the historic district by bus

    4.7 stars• 4.9K reviews
    From$72/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    90 minutes

    Includes

    90-min bus tour, 90-min cruise

    Highlights

    Cover Charleston from land and water with a 90-minute narrated city bus tour and a 90-minute narrated harbor cruise aboard the Carolina Belle.

    • Ride through Charleston’s historic district in air-conditioned comfort
    • Cruise Charleston Harbor on the 80-foot Carolina Belle
    • Hear live narration covering 350 years of Charleston history
    • See more than 75 harbor points of interest, including Fort Sumter
    • Stop at the Battery for a brief photo break
    • Choose bus tour times daily at 10am, 11am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, and 3:30pm

    What's Included

    • Charleston Harbor Tour ticket
    • ‘See It All’ City Tour ticket

    Things to know

    Food and drinks are not included and are not allowed on the bus. You cannot bring your own food or drinks on board the Carolina Belle; you can buy snacks and beverages from the onboard snack bar. The city bus tour cannot accommodate wheelchairs, and there is no restroom on the bus.

    Cancellation Policy

    Non-refundable once purchased. You may reschedule with 24 hours notice. Activity takes place rain or shine. Operator may cancel due to severe weather, mechanical breakdown, or lack of participation; if canceled, your event will be rescheduled or your ticket refunded.

    FAQs

    No. You can take the two tours on different days. Your combo ticket guarantees your spot on the harbor tour for the date and time you booked, and it also includes admission for the city bus tour (subject to bus tour availability).

    Yes. Reserve your date and time for the ‘See It All’ city bus tour after you purchase your combo ticket, since bus tours have limited capacity.

    No. Food and drinks are not allowed on the bus. You also cannot bring your own food or drinks on board the Carolina Belle, but you can buy items from the onboard snack bar and bar during your harbor tour.

    Meeting details

    Charleston Maritime Center, near Calhoun and Concord, Charleston, SC

    Experience provided by Charleston Harbor Tours
    Experience provided by Charleston Harbor Tours

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    Adult Combo

    $72.08

    Ages 12 and up

    0

    Child Base

    $41.34

    0

    Wee One

    $0

    Under 3 years old

    0

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    Review summary

    4.7
    Excellent
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    Charleston Harbor tours consistently deliver a relaxing, educational experience on the water, with knowledgeable guides sharing history about Fort Sumter, the bridge, local sea life, and the surrounding waterfront. Friendly, accommodating staff are a recurring highlight across reviews, and the sunset cruise option gets particular praise for its laid-back atmosphere, yacht rock playlist, and gorgeous views. A few reviewers noted that the top deck can fill up quickly, and sightlines can be an issue when it gets crowded, so arriving early to grab a good spot is worth the effort. One tip that keeps coming up: the starboard side tends to offer better views. The good news is there's an air-conditioned lower deck if the top fills up. Overall, this is a well-loved way to experience Charleston from the water, with high marks across a large number of reviews. Staff go out of their way to be helpful, even assisting guests with mobility needs. Whether the vibe you're after is scenic and educational or relaxed and social with a drink in hand, there's likely a tour here that fits the bill.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    Charleston Harbor Tours delivered a relaxing end to our busy day. We sat on the starboard side as I heard it was recommended. The captain and crew were great, they explained the sites and history and were quite entertaining. They offer adult beverages but as you would expect it they are pricy. We took the tour at sunset and it was a gorgeous view. There were dolphins swimming around us before we even left the dock. We also passed right next to a container ship as it was being piloted out of the harbor. If you’re visiting the area I highly recommend you grab a tour. Be there early to get a good spot on the top deck it has the best views. I had interacted with folks from all around the states.

    Photo of Frank Hanish

    Frank Hanish

    July 5, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Charleston Harbor Tours delivered a relaxing end to our busy day. We sat on the starboard side as I heard it was recommended. The captain and crew were great, they explained the sites and history and were quite entertaining. They offer adult beverages but as you would expect it they are pricy. We took the tour at sunset and it was a gorgeous view. There were dolphins swimming around us before we even left the dock. We also passed right next to a container ship as it was being piloted out of the harbor. If you’re visiting the area I highly recommend you grab a tour. Be there early to get a good spot on the top deck it has the best views. I had interacted with folks from all around the states.

    Photo of Frank Hanish

    Frank Hanish

    July 5, 2026

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