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Public Charleston Harbor Boat Cruise: Family Friendly Scenic

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Captain Cocktail Cruises
Public Charleston Harbor Boat Cruise: Family Friendly Scenic

About this activity

Get Off the beaten path and onto the water!

Looking for a laidback, affordable way to experience Charleston from the water? Step aboard Captain Cocktail Cruises for a relaxing 1.5-hour afternoon cruise through the Charleston Harbor. Your 35-foot custom tour boat departs from Shem Creek—right near some of the area’s best waterfront restaurants—and cruises past iconic sights like:

Fort Sumter

Ravenel Bridge

Charleston Peninsula

USS Yorktown

This is the perfect mid-day activity for families, couples, and groups looking to see the city from a unique perspective. Keep your eyes open for playful dolphins—your captain will stop for photos if we spot them!

Bring your favorite snacks and drinks (yes, it's BYOB!), kick back to boat-friendly tunes, and enjoy a peaceful ride through one of the most picturesque parts of the Lowcountry. We'll provide the coolers, ice, and bottled water.

Bathroom Onboard

Partial Shade

Music

Cushioned Bench Seating

Plenty of Room to Walk Around

What's included

  • ✓Coolers With Ice For You to Use
  • ✓Bottled water
  • ✓Fuel surcharge

Not included

  • ✕Gratuity Not Automatically Included but Typical
  • ✕Free and Paid Parking Available
  • ✕Additional Beverages Other Than Water

Meeting and pickup

  • We recommend parking on the Charleston side of Shem Creek. The best entrance onto the boardwalk is between Mt Pleasant Seafood and Water's Edge Restaurant. Once on the boardwalk turn right to walk towards the entrance to the lower docks in front of Waters Edge Restaurant's Cabana Bar.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Can children under 6 attend? No

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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