Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry
History tour · 2 hours · from $46
Written by Alex H., a Charleston local Updated October 2026
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Is the Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry worth it?
This is the most-reviewed history tour in our catalog: 3,161 reviews averaging 4.7 stars. Nothing else in the category has been road-tested by as many people.
How it compares
We track 29 history tours with reviews in Charleston, and this is the most-reviewed of them. Per-person prices in this category run $25 to $175; at $46 this one sits right around the middle.
| Tour | Rating | Reviews | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry (this page) | ★ 4.7 | 3,161 | $46 |
| Historic City Highlights Guided Bus Tour | ★ 4.6 | 749 | $38 |
| Old Walled City Piracy & Colonial History Walk | ★ 4.7 | 711 | $31 |
| Historic City and Southern Mansion Combo Tour | ★ 4.5 | 148 | $48 |
What to expect
This is the ferry to Fort Sumter itself, sold by Fort Sumter Tours, the National Park Service concessioner and the only operator allowed to land at the fort. Boats leave Liberty Square downtown (340 Concord Street) or Patriots Point in Mount Pleasant; you pick the dock when you pick a time. The trip runs about 2 hours 15 minutes: a 30-minute narrated crossing each way and about an hour on the island, where park rangers give a talk on the April 1861 bombardment. The fare is the same $46 adult price the operator charges on its own site, and tickets refund up to two hours before sailing. Arrive 30 minutes early; the boats leave on time.
From the operator: Take a ferry ride to the grounds of Fort Sumter, where America’s deadliest war began. Explore the grounds at Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historic Site while also visiting the Museum there.
The details
- Price: from $46 per person
- Duration: 2 hours
- Rating: 4.7 out of 5, from 3,161 reviews
Common questions
How much does the Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry cost?
From $46 per person. Prices move with season and availability, so the checkout price on GetYourGuide is the current one.
How long does it last?
2 hours.
Can I cancel it?
Cancellation terms vary by date and ticket type; the policy is shown before you pay at checkout.
Where do I book it?
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