Cruise Charleston Harbor and get South Carolina Aquarium admission
90 minutes
Harbor tour, aquarium admission
See Charleston Harbor from the water, then explore 60 aquarium habitats whenever you’d like. Your combo includes a narrated 90-minute harbor cruise on the Carolina Belle plus an aquarium voucher.
Pick up your aquarium voucher at check-in at the Charleston Maritime Center ticket office, even if you plan to visit the aquarium first. Food and drinks are not included, and you can’t bring your own on board.
Non-refundable; you can reschedule with at least 24 hours notice (subject to availability). Runs rain or shine. If the operator cancels due to severe weather, mechanical breakdown, or lack of participation, your event will be rescheduled or ticket refunded.
No. You can do them on different days, with no restrictions on timing.
Pick up your aquarium voucher at the Charleston Maritime Center ticket office first, even if you plan to visit the aquarium before your harbor cruise.
Yes. Use your aquarium voucher for up to a year after your scheduled harbor tour.
Charleston Maritime Center, near Calhoun and Concord, Charleston, SC
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.
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.
Frank Hanish
July 5, 2026
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.
Frank Hanish
July 5, 2026
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