Fort Sumter Tours

11/06/2024

Fort Sumter is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting Charleston, South Carolina. Fort Sumter Tours is the authorized concessioner offering the only boat service to and from Fort Sumter that actually docks at the Fort.

Schedule + Reservations: https://www.fortsumtertours.com/

08/06/2024

Enjoy your tour through the beautiful city of Charleston and discover over 300 years of history in the streets of this must-visit location on a Gray Line bus tour.

Check out our combo tours with Fort Sumter & more: https://graylineofcharleston.com/

03/06/2024

*Operations Update*

Fort Sumter will not be wheelchair accessible today, Monday June 3, 2024 or tomorrow, Tuesday June 4, 2024. Those with mobility issues may have limited access. This is due to work being done on the Fort Sumter dock ramp. For more information, please contact Fort Sumter Tours at (843) 722-2628. Please check our website and page for updates.

01/06/2024

Just another gorgeous evening on the harbor...🤩🤩🤩

20/05/2024

26/04/2024

Visit Fort Sumter, exclusively by ferry, and learn the fascinating history of the American Civil War.

🇺🇲 🚢 www.fortsumtertours.com

20/04/2024

12/04/2024

Ever had a great meal in South Carolina? You can find tasty meals just about anywhere, but some cities are beloved by foodies for their amazing restaurant options. So what are the best culinary destinations in the country? “Food & Wine” magazine has some ideas. A South Carolina city was named b

21/03/2024

Fort Sumter Tours Schedule Update

Fort Sumter ferry schedule for March 23rd through April 7th, 2024:

Liberty Square (Downtown Charleston):
- 9:00 am (boarding 8:45, back at 11:30)
- 12:00 pm (boarding 11:45, back at 2:15)
- 2:30 pm (boarding 2:15, back at 4:45)
- 4:15 pm (boarding 4:00, back at 6:30)

Patriots Point (Mt. Pleasant):
- 10:30 am (boarding 10:15, back at 12:45)
- 1:15 pm (boarding 1:00, back at 3:30)
- 3:45 pm (boarding 3:30, back at 6:45)

Tour in , where you'll learn how the Civil War began. Reserve your tickets online or call us at 843-722-BOAT(2628).

08/03/2024

Charleston claims the number 1 spot for the 8th consecutive year!

We asked our readers to vote on their favorite cities in the South, and they delivered. From classic destinations to newer metropolitans, keep reading for our reader-voted South's Best Cities 2024.

03/03/2024

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The monument below commemorates U.S. soldiers at Fort Sumter during the first battle of the Civil War, in April of 1861. On the monument is one woman’s name: Ann Amelia Weitfieldt. She is listed as a “matron”.

We have limited information about Weitfieldt’s role in the Fort Sumter standoff. However, we know that she would have been in an isolated fort, surrounded by hostile cannons, in the months before the first shots. We also know that 45 women and children, family members of the soldiers, were at Fort Sumter early in the standoff.

Women shaped our history. We just need to know where to look. For this Women’s History Month, we’ll be shedding light on women’s roles in Charleston’s history. You’ll hear tales of women who served their country, assisted others, and shaped their society.

So come join us!

Image: Blue sky surrounds a rectangular monument at Fort Sumter. The monument reads, “In Memory of the Garrison Defending Fort Sumter During the Bombardment, April 12-14, 1861”, followed by a list of soldiers’ names. A light green dot has been placed above the words “Matron: Ann Amelia Weitfieldt”.

03/03/2024

🕕 Fort Sumter Tours Schedule Update!

Fort Sumter ferry schedule starting March 1st 2024:

Liberty Square (Downtown Charleston):
- 9:00 am (boarding 8:45, back at 11:30)
- 12:00 pm (boarding 11:45, back at 2:15)
- 2:30 pm (boarding 2:15, back at 4:45)

Patriots Point (Mt. Pleasant):
- 10:30 am (boarding 10:15, back at 12:45)
- 1:15 pm (boarding 1:00, back at 3:30)

Tour , where you'll learn how the Civil War began. Reserve your tickets online or call us at 843-722-BOAT(2628).

25/02/2024

*OPERATIONS UPDATE*

As part of a mandatory Safety Standdown all Charleston National Park sites will be closed on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 until 1 p.m.

For more information on park operations please monitor our park website for updates: https://www.nps.gov/fosu/planyourvisit/conditions.htm

For information about the boat schedule please call Fort Sumter Tours at (843) 722 –2628.

25/02/2024

🕕 Fort Sumter Tours Schedule Update 🕕

Fort Sumter ferry schedule starting March 1st 2024:

Liberty Square (Downtown Charleston):
- 9:00 am (boarding 8:45, back at 11:30)
- 12:00 pm (boarding 11:45, back at 2:15)
- 2:30 pm (boarding 2:15, back at 4:45)

Patriots Point (Mt. Pleasant):
- 10:30 am (boarding 10:15, back at 12:45)
- 1:15 pm (boarding 1:00, back at 3:30)

Tour , where you'll learn how the Civil War began. Reserve your tickets online or call us at 843-722-BOAT(2628).

24/02/2024

Flags are more than just pieces of colorful cloth flying high above the ground. They are reflections of people's hopes, dreams, histories, and sacrifices. One flag that embodies all of these aspects is that of the 54th Massachusetts Colored Infantry, famous for their courageous sacrifice on Morris Island.

The 54th Massachusetts lead the attack on Battery Wagner. During the attack, Sergeant William H. Carney discarded his musket to retrieve the regimental flag from a fallen comrade. He pressed onward under gunfire to plant the flag on the parapet of the sandy battery. When US forces were forced to retreat, Carney carried the colors all the way back to camp despite being severely wounded.

After the battle he reportedly said, “I only did my duty; the old flag never touched the ground.” Carney received the Medal of Honor in 1900 for his gallant actions on Morris Island, becoming one of the first African Americans to receive the honor.

Today, a small piece of the 54th Massachusetts regiment flag still remains; showcasing the same resilience of those who once carried the flag into battle.

Photo Description: Small piece of the original 54th Mass. Flag, showcasing blue and two stars. Photo courtesy of the National Museum of the United States Army.

20/02/2024

It's a ferry (😉) beautiful day to visit Fort Sumter, located in the harbor. Fort Sumter Tours provides exclusive access to . Tours operate 7 days a week, rain or shine. To learn more, call us at 843-722-BOAT(2628), or make your reservation online at www.fortsumtertours.com

19/02/2024

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16/02/2024

Planning a visit to Fort Sumter? Read on for a few tips to help make the most out of your visit to !

1. Reserve your tickets ahead of time! Purchase your tickets on our website or call 843-722-BOAT(2628). If you prefer to purchase in-person, please plan to arrive at least 1 hour prior to your desired tour time (schedule available on our website).

2. Timing is everything. The Fort Sumter Tour is approximately 2 hours long, which includes 1 hour exploring the grounds of Fort Sumter. Parking information for both Liberty Square and Patriots Point can be found on our website. Directions will be included in your confirmation email. Please plan to arrive at least 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.

3. Hydrate. Drink water. 🚰. In addition to the Summer heat, you'll be moving around outside quite a bit during the Fort Sumter Tour. Please plan to bring a reusable cup, as water filling stations are available on the ferry and at Fort Sumter. We also sell water and other snacks on the ferry, which stays at Fort Sumter during your visit.

If you have any additional questions, please call us at 843-722-BOAT(2628). Happy traveling!

16/02/2024

“Birthdays belong to free institutions. We, at the South, never knew them. We were born at times: harvest times, watermelon times, and generally hard times. I never knew anything about the celebration of a birthday except Washington’s birthday, and it seems a little strange to have mine celebrated.”

- Frederick Douglass on his estimated 75th birthday.

Douglass, one of the most profound orators and leaders in American history, never knew his birthdate. The simple privilege of knowing his own true age was stripped from Douglass, as he was considered human property under the bo***ge of slavery.

He dedicated his life to breaking down the United State’s system of chattel slavery and to secure freedoms for Black people across the country. Douglass himself escaped bo***ge, spent years teaching literacy to Black men and women, fought for abolitionist support both in the U.S. and abroad, and wrote several newspapers and books. He recruited for the 54th Massachusetts during the Civil War which served in Charleston Harbor in 1863. Among the soldiers included his sons, Lewis and Charles, who fought for the United States.

Douglass asserted ownership and autonomy of himself through choosing his own birthday. But you may be wondering- Why Valentine’s Day? Douglass fondly recalls his mother referring to him as her “Little Valentine,” her love.

Today we celebrate this great American, whose legacy remains an inspiration today. (Pencil drawing of Douglass on tan colored parchment, courtesy of the Library of Congress)

10/02/2024

🇺🇸 Dive into American history with our Fort Sumter + USS Yorktown combo package!

Learn more: https://www.fortsumtertours.com/tours/combos/ #

⛵ Immerse yourself in Charleston's rich history and picturesque waterways. Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey!

09/02/2024

Experience the harbor, catch the ferry to , and visit Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum all from our Mt. Pleasant departure point with our exclusive online combo package! 🇺🇲🚢⚓️

Plan your day and purchase tickets here:

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

23/01/2024

Fort Sumter Tours Schedule for January & February 2024

Charleston - 11:00 am, 2:00 pm
Mt. Pleasant - 12:30 pm

08/01/2024

Stay up-to-date by following our pages, visiting our website www.fortsumtertours.com, or calling 843-722-2628.

IMPORTANT OPERATIONS UPDATE:

Due to incoming severe weather, ALL Charleston-area National Park units will cease operations on January 9, 2024.

This includes Fort Sumter Tours ferry boat operations, the Liberty Square Visitor Center, and Fort Moultrie.

Please monitor Facebook and www.nps.gov/fosu for more information. (Image: NPS)

04/12/2023

Planning a visit to Fort Sumter? Please note - the Fort Sumter Tour departs from 2 locations:

- Patriots Point in Mt. Pleasant (located next to the USS Yorktown)

- Liberty Square in downtown Charleston (located next to the South Carolina Aquarium)

Book your tour today: https://fortsumtertours.com/tours/

Explore Fort Sumter National Historical Park, take a sunset dinner cruise on Charleston Harbor, and enjoy many other attractions with Fort Sumter Tours.

03/12/2023

Visit Fort Sumter exclusively with Fort Sumter Tours. Travel across the harbor and explore the grounds of , where you'll learn about the and .

Book online today fortsumtertours.com or call us at 843-722-BOAT(2628)

Explore Fort Sumter National Historical Park, take a sunset dinner cruise on Charleston Harbor, and enjoy many other tours and attractions in Charleston SC.

02/12/2023

Book your Fort Sumter tour today: https://fortsumtertours.com/tours/

The tour departs from 2 locations:

- Patriots Point in Mt. Pleasant (located next to the USS Yorktown)

- Liberty Square in downtown Charleston (located next to the South Carolina Aquarium)

01/12/2023

Fort Sumter is where the bloodiest war in the history of the United States began. It’s a must-see attraction for anyone visiting Charleston, South Carolina. Fort Sumter Tours is the authorized concessioner offering the only boat service to and from Fort Sumter that actually docks at the Fort.

Explore Fort Sumter National Historical Park, take a sunset dinner cruise on Charleston Harbor, and enjoy many other attractions with Fort Sumter Tours.