Explore a National Historical Park!
The Experience
Don’t just tour history, experience it! Your $35 adventure includes:
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Explore the Grounds of Fort Sumter
You’ll get to see where the 1st shots of the Civil War were fired and learn about Fort Sumter’s role.
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A Trip Around the Harbor
View Battery Park, the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and Fort Moultrie. You may even see dolphins along the way.
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Learning the Events Leading to the War
The Fort Sumter Visitor and Education center offers interpretive and visual exhibits about the Civil War.
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Walking in the Steps of Heroes
One of the jump off points for the tour, USS Yorktown, the 10th aircraft carrier to serve in the U.S. Navy during WWII.
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Grabbing a Snack Along the Way
There will be a concession with snacks, drinks, and a sheltered section for you and the family.
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Browsing the Museum Store
Commemorate your visit to Charleston and your Fort Sumter experience with a souvenir.
Reviews about the Fort Sumter Experience
What a great tour! I would give this a 5 star rating! I loved every minute of it. Jane Smith
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