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Helen_E, Oct 2026
Everything was first rate...
Everything was first rate from ease of purchasing tickets to boarding & safety check. But the highlight was the presenter on the boat, (12:00 on Sept. 30). He had been a history professor and brought his vast knowledge of and passion for the time/ place /politics of the start of the Civil War to all on board who were about to tour Ft. Sumter. Most informative & enjoyable. All the rangers were professional & knowledgable. Museum was very interesting. Great experience.
Darlene_S, Sept 2026
Informative, Pleasant and Worth It
We're very glad we took this tour to and of Ft. Sumpter. It was well worth the money and the time.
Our tour guide was pleasant and knowledgeable!
The captain of the boat chimed in with helpful information from time to time too.
The boat was clean and comfortable. Plenty of seats inside and outside. Some in the shade and some in the sun.
We saw dolphins and even one jellyfish close to the dock.
Donna_W, Sept 2026
Very interesting,...
Very interesting, experienced tour guides, clean, the ferry was clean but the inside got hot and stuffy
Tom_B, Aug 2026
Comfortable....
Comfortable. Informative.Ferry was clean. Left on time and returned on time. The fort had great views. Enjoyed the raising of the flag.
Jaroline_M, Jul 2026
Summer at Sumter was a hit
Ferry ride was informative and created many great picture taking opportunities. Fort Sumter was well marked for safety and the museum and gift shop was good.
Pat_K, May 2026
Educational and...
Educational and enjoyable. Had a beautiful day to explore the Fort. Ferry was clean and pleasant. Would recommend.
KENNETH_F, Nov 2026
Fort Sumter
The national Park Rangers doing an incredible job describing historical aspects Fort Sumter. Thorough,
informative and pleasant trip.
Andrea_K, Nov 2026
USS YORKTOWN: Best in history
Fort Sumter tour was canceled earlier that day. I wasn't sure how to fill the time in. My children saw thw the USS YORKTOWN and wanted to see it. Theyhad such a good time. My children were so intrigued with the history, but also to walk on an actual ship. They loved the planes on the carrier. So much to see on the ship. We were there for 3 hours. We could've stayed another hour easily with all the information they displayed. Definitely worth the price.
Donna_B, Nov 2026
Great experience
Since we bought this ticket, we were able to just go right to the ferry waiting area rather than walk upstairs to buy a ticket. Our tour guide Kelly did an excellent job both on the ferry ride over and at the island. Be sure and look for dolphins as there was a whole pod right off the island.
Susan_M, Nov 2026
Great experience!
Great information shared by the rangers. Enjoyed all our interactions with them. We were fortunate to have spectacular weather and even saw dolphins along the way!
Carmela_G, Nov 2026
Living History
It was a wonderful experience. The park ranger who gave the talk while we rode the ferry was very informative. The ferry ride was itself was not rough so if you get motion sickness you should be fine. The day we went the winds were 24mph and higher.
Craig_e, Nov 2026
Tour
Informative history lesson about the start of the civil war. Trip over on boat with great views of the area
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Fort Sumter National Monument is a must for history buffs and Civil War enthusiasts.
Book early to guarantee entry—tours sell out far in advance.
Fort Sumter is accessible only by boat.
Both forts are located on islands—dress in layers if visiting during cool weather.
Fort Sumter does not require an entrance fee, but Fort Moultrie does.
Tours to Fort Sumter typically last 2.5 hours. Plan to spend roughly 30 minutes in the Fort Sumter Visitor Education Center.
Most of Fort Sumter is accessible to wheelchair users.
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