Charleston Day Cruises

Four companies offer cruises around the pretty Charleston harbor. This is a wonderful way to relax and see historic sites and natural splendour. Choose from dinner cruises, sunset cruises and sightseeing cruises.

Spirit of Carolina dinner cruises - Have a nice dinner while viewing the Charleston harbor. The Spirit of Carolina has 2 climate-controlled dining rooms and sophisticated furnishings. The 3-hour cruise includes live entertainment and dancing.

The Schooner Pride is a real tall-ship that offers Charleston harbor tours. Sail on this 84-foot ship to see historic sites, the city skyline and natural beauty. They have romantic sunset sails too.

Charleston Harbor Tours is the oldest company offering the cruises. Come aboard the Carolina Belle to cruise by Fort Sumter, the Battery, and other local sights. This is a city that is really meant to be seen from the water.

Take a nature, history, sunset or "haunted harbor" tour with Sandlapper Tours. They have a 45-foot catamaran for gliding through the water. Cruises depart from the Charleston Maritime Center.