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Fort Sumter Tours The official ferry concessioner page for Fort Sumter Tours. Tours depart daily from Liberty Square and Patriots Point. Pleasant.

Fort Sumter, located in Charleston, SC, is where the first shots of the American Civil War were fired. April 12th, 1861… the first shots were fired on Fort Sumter, and so began the American Civil War. Fort Sumter’s significance in history is a benchmark. The site of the first shots fired in the American Civil War, Fort Sumter is a poignant part of our country’s biography. The story of brother against brother touches not only those who have a keen interest in history but anyone who visits this prestigious site. You will step back in time when you step off our boat and onto this well preserved piece of American history. Fort Sumter Tours is an authorized National Park Service concessioner. We provide the only commercial boat transportation to Fort Sumter. We offer many departure times daily from two convenient locations, Liberty Square, downtown Charleston, or Patriots Point, in Mt. Once aboard, you will experience a relaxing 30 minute narrated cruise to historic Fort Sumter. You will learn about the events which led to the outbreak of America’s most bloody war. When you arrive you will be greeted by National Park Service Rangers, who will provide further details about Fort Sumter and its pivotal role in the War Between the States. On the fort you will find a very informative museum with many historic artifacts and a souvenir shop. After your one hour visit, you will enjoy a scenic cruise back to your departure point.

Explore the beauty, charm, and history of Charleston with a Fort Sumter Tours + Boone Hall Plantation Combo! Read on to ...
10/11/2026

Explore the beauty, charm, and history of Charleston with a Fort Sumter Tours + Boone Hall Plantation Combo! Read on to plan the perfect day in the Lowcountry...

⛴️ Start with the Fort Sumter tour at 10:45 am from our Patriots Point location. You'll return at 1:00 pm. Be sure to pick up your Boone Hall Combo pass at the ticket window!
🚗 From Patriots Point, drive or rideshare to Boone Hall (approximately a 25 minute drive).
🌳 Enjoy a beautiful afternoon at Boone Hall, where you can attend a history presentation, tour the house, explore the stunning gardens, and more!

Make the most of your Charleston vacation with historic walking tours, bus tours, horse-drawn carriage rides, and boat cruises on the Charleston Harbor.

Get ready to discover Charleston with a Fort Sumter + Gray Line of Charleston Combo Tour!🚐 Your adventure begins at 375 ...
10/09/2026

Get ready to discover Charleston with a Fort Sumter + Gray Line of Charleston Combo Tour!

🚐 Your adventure begins at 375 Meeting Street with a guided Gray Line City Tour, followed by transportation to Liberty Square for your Fort Sumter Tour ⛴️

This tour features a combined 100+ historic district points-of-interest!

Book today: https://www.fortsumtertours.com/tours/combos/

"Clicks, whistles." 🐬Keep those cameras ready during your Fort Sumter tour!
10/08/2026

"Clicks, whistles." 🐬

Keep those cameras ready during your Fort Sumter tour!

Explore Fort Sumter + Charleston with a Palmetto Carriage Works & Palmetto Tours Combo!After touring Fort Sumter, where ...
10/07/2026

Explore Fort Sumter + Charleston with a Palmetto Carriage Works & Palmetto Tours Combo!

After touring Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired, head to downtown Charleston for a carriage tour. Palmetto Carriage Works guides will take you on a horse-drawn carriage ride throughout Charleston’s historic areas.

Make the most of your Charleston vacation with historic walking tours, bus tours, horse-drawn carriage rides, and boat cruises on the Charleston Harbor.

⛴️ Tours to Fort Sumter are selling out! 🇺🇲 Don't miss your chance to experience the Lowcountry's breathtaking waterways...
10/06/2026

⛴️ Tours to Fort Sumter are selling out!

🇺🇲 Don't miss your chance to experience the Lowcountry's breathtaking waterways + explore Charleston's only National Historical Park - exclusively with Fort Sumter Tours. Visit the 🔗 in our bio or call 843-722-2628 to secure your ticket to history!

10/06/2026

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🌇 Welcome to the most incredible city in the world - Charleston, South Carolina
⛴️ Explore Charleston's gorgeous harbor
🇺🇲 Set sail for a cornerstone of American history - Fort Sumter

Fort Sumter Tours provides exclusive access to Charleston's only National Historical Park. We can't wait to share the Holy City with you!


Don't miss this amazing Charleston Stroll + Fort Sumter Tours Combo with our friends at Bulldog Tours!During your Fort S...
10/05/2026

Don't miss this amazing Charleston Stroll + Fort Sumter Tours Combo with our friends at Bulldog Tours!

During your Fort Sumter Tour, you'll explore the grounds of Fort Sumter (and catch a little harbor history on the ferry ride, too!)

Later that day, take a Charleston Stroll with Bulldog Tours! Their guides will amaze with historical facts and bygone traditions. This walking tour features incredible highlights, including Rainbow Row, Historic Waterfront Battery, Antebellum Mansions, hidden gardens and courtyards, historic churches and graveyards and Civil War landmarks.



https://fortsumtertours.com/combos/fort-sumter-tour-bulldog-walking-tours-combo/

A little rain? No problem! Our ferries feature indoor and outdoor seating. Fort Sumter Tours operate rain or shine! ⛴️🌧🇺...
10/05/2026

A little rain? No problem! Our ferries feature indoor and outdoor seating.

Fort Sumter Tours operate rain or shine!

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(We like to think the weather adds a bit of a dramatic flair)

Your questions...answered!⛴️ What will I see on the Fort Sumter Tours ferry?🇺🇲 What time is the flag raising ceremony?🕑 ...
10/04/2026

Your questions...answered!

⛴️ What will I see on the Fort Sumter Tours ferry?

🇺🇲 What time is the flag raising ceremony?

🕑 How often do tours depart?

🚗 Where is the best place to park?

🎫 What combo tours do you offer?

Call Fort Sumter Tours - we can't wait to help you plan your visit to Charleston!

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Charleston, SC

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Monday 9:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4pm
Friday 9:30am - 4pm
Saturday 9:30am - 4pm
Sunday 9:30am - 4pm

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+18437222628

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