Travel from Charleston to Fort Sumter
Take a Day Trip to Fort Sumter from Charleston
Just a scenic ferry ride from downtown Charleston, Fort Sumter National Monument invites you to stand where American history changed forever. Cruise across Charleston Harbor, explore the preserved ruins of the fort, and learn from National Park Rangers who bring the story of the Civil War’s first shots to life. Walk the ramparts, view historic cannons and exhibits, and take in sweeping waterfront views—all while immersed in one of the nation’s most significant historic landmarks.
