Charleston Waterfront Park Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Charleston Waterfront Park. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour

• Undiscovered Charleston: Half Day Food, Wine, & History Tour with Cooking Class

• Charleston Water Taxi Cruise with Dolphin Sighting

• Historic Charleston Walking Tour: Rainbow Row, Churches, and More

• Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

While it’s free to visit Charleston Waterfront Park on your own, a guided tour can help you make the most of your visit. Self-guided tours start as low as about US$7, while walking, bus, and horse and carriage tours range from about US$30–50. For a special experience, book a private yacht to sail past the park at sunset for around US$950.

Charleston Waterfront Park is popular for its big pineapple fountain, children’s splash zone, and a long pier lined with porch swings. You’ll find lots of benches where you can rest and people watch, a few drinking fountains to help you stay hydrated, and a public restroom on the north side of the park.

Charleston Waterfront Park is an ideal place to get out and enjoy Charleston’s beautiful coastline. Stroll along shaded walking paths, picnic in the open meadow, or walk down the long pier for uninterrupted views of the harbor. On hot days, take children to cool off in the splash fountain while you catch the breeze, or visit at night to take photos of the famous pineapple fountain all lit up.

Yes, there is parking available nearby. You can try your luck with metered street parking in the vicinity, but it can fill up quickly on weekends and evenings. There are a handful of paid parking garages within walking distance, including the Concord Cumberland Garage and East Bay/Prioleau Car Park. Consider walking, biking, or taking the free DASH shuttle to avoid the hassle of parking.

Yes, Charleston Waterfront Park is accessible to wheelchair users. While the north park entrance requires that you walk up a few steps, pathways and entrance ramps on the west side of the park provide full access, so you can enjoy the park’s views and attractions. The park restroom is also wheelchair accessible.