Discover Charleston’s history and scenic beauty on a 90-minute boat cruise, passing forts, historic homes, and bridges, with optional sunset views.
Most Popular★ 4.5“The person we had was very knowledgable about the history of Charleston and also gave us alot of great info and trivia about the city and its history.”
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2,788 reviewsFrom $44.50by Charleston Harbor Tours
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Discover Charleston’s natural beauty on a 2.5-hour eco boat cruise, with wildlife sightings, Morris Island Lighthouse stop, and expert guides for authentic experiences.
★ 5.0“Very informative and a different kind of tourist experience. Our guide Chris obviously enjoys leading the tours and has many anecdotes and local lore to impart.”
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2,111 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $56.00by Charleston Outdoor Adventures
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Discover Charleston’s history and scenic harbor views on a 1.5-hour daytime or sunset cruise aboard a vintage-style boat, with insightful narration and wildlife sightings.
★ 4.5“The crew were wonderful! The cruise was great, and we even saw many dolphins! The Captain was very knowledgeable on everything we saw and passed not to mention a BEAUTIFUL sunset! Highly recommend!”
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1,352 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $49by Charleston Harbor Tours
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Experience a relaxing 2-hour sunset cruise in Charleston, seeing iconic landmarks, wildlife, and enjoying a romantic waterway escape for $60.
★ 5.0“Capt JP and Victor were amazing hosts. Learned a lot of history from JP and Victor was engaging and entertaining! Definitely booking again if we get the chance to come back!”
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905 reviewsFrom $60.00by Sandlapper Water Tours
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Discover Charleston by water on this affordable water taxi cruise, with chances to see dolphins, visit top landmarks, and enjoy scenic harbor views.
★ 5.0“It’s a nice ride we were lucky enough to see some dolphins. Would have been nicer if the crew was telling us the different buildings etc that we were passing as they did when I rode in the past.”
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857 reviews1 to 11 hours (approx.)From $17.00by Charleston Water Taxi
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Enjoy a luxurious 2.5-hour dinner cruise in Charleston Harbor with stunning views of Fort Sumter, the Ravenel Bridge, and live music, all paired with a delicious three-course meal made with local ingredients.
★ 4.3“Food was excellent, loved the musical entertainment”
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786 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $111by SpiritLine Cruises
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Discover Charleston's coastal charm on a 1.5-hour harbor cruise featuring sights like Fort Sumter, USS Yorktown, and playful dolphins, guided by expert narrators.
★ 4.5“Very nice cruise on the water and a very knowledgeable guide. We even saw some dolphins. Well worth the time and money.”
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649 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $40by SpiritLine Cruises
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Experience Charleston's harbor aboard a classic tall ship for 1.5 hours, enjoying scenic views, dolphins, and a relaxed sailing atmosphere.
★ 4.5“The captain and crew were very knowledgeable and interacted with all the passengers. My husband loved getting to help hoist one of the sails and was surprised at how hard that job was. The crew made it look so easy! The weather was perfect and…”
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620 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $45.00by The Schooner Pride
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Experience stunning Charleston harbor views on this 2.5-hour luxury dinner cruise with live music, featuring a three-course meal and waterfront sights.
★ 4.0“Boat ride and boat are great. Food main courses were awful. Would not recommend and won’t be back again.”
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607 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $100.35by SpiritLine Cruises
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Experience Charleston's haunted harbor on a 1.5-hour narrated ghost cruise, blending spooky stories, scenic views, and authentic local charm.
★ 4.5“Mike and Robert were awesome! Such a fun night on the water with wonderfully entertaining stories! I would recommend this activity to all.”
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418 reviewsFrom $45.00by Sandlapper Water Tours
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Experience a fun-filled pirate adventure on Charleston’s Ashley River with costumes, games, and scenic views—perfect for kids and families seeking authentic fun.
★ 5.0“From the jump they were entertaining the kids and parents. They made every kid (which ranged from 2 to 8 year olds) feel included and fully immersed in the adventure. It was a memory our daughter will never forget. Also love that she’s started calling…”
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296 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $43.00by Pirates of Charleston
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Experience Charleston Harbor on a classic schooner, hoist sails, spot dolphins, and enjoy scenic views in this relaxing 1.5-hour sailing adventure.
★ 4.6“My family thoroughly enjoyed our trip(including two teens)! We liked that it was not “guided” with someone talking the whole time, but the captain and the two mates circulated, speaking to everyone and answering questions. We got a couple of fantastic restaurant suggestions, too! This…”
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275 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $46by Charleston Harbor Tours
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Experience stunning Charleston harbor views on a 2-hour sunset cruise for $60. Enjoy scenic sights, dolphin sightings, and a relaxed atmosphere with knowledgeable guides.
★ 4.8“Captain Mike and his crew were the best!! They went above and beyond to make the cruise memorable!! A lot of fun!”
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260 reviewsFrom $60by Sandlapper Water Tours
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Discover Charleston’s charm with this combined land and sea tour. Enjoy historic sights, harbor views, expert guides, and authentic experiences for $71.
★ 4.5“We really enjoyed the city tour. Our guide was excellent and very informative. The harbor tour was also good, but not as good as the city tour. The harbor guide spoke so fast that it was difficult to follow.”
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260 reviews4 hoursFrom $71by Gray Line Charleston
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Experience Charleston’s harbor on a classic schooner, helping hoist sails and spotting dolphins in a relaxing 1.5-hour sailing adventure for all ages.
★ 4.6“Fantastic! Captain Andy, Thomas, and Ben were all very friendly and accommodating.”
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255 reviewsFrom $48by Charleston Harbor Tours
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