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Charleston Water Taxi Cruise – Dolphin Watching Adventure

Mon, Dec 01, 2025 07:00 AM - Wed, Dec 31, 2025 15:00 PM

Wharfside Street, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29401

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Charleston Water Taxi Cruise – Dolphin Watching Adventure

Mon, Dec 01, 2025 07:00 AM - Wed, Dec 31, 2025 15:00 PM

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Overview
Enjoy a relaxing harbor cruise that doubles as convenient transportation to 4 key stops around Charleston Harbor. Along the way, keep an eye out for playful bottlenose dolphins (frequent sightings, but not guaranteed!).
About this Event

Not Your Typical Water Taxi – The Best Value in Charleston!
Enjoy unlimited rides across Charleston Harbor with a $14 All-Day Pass. Perfect for both sightseeing and convenient transportation, the Charleston Water Taxi connects four key points around the harbor. Along the way, keep an eye out for playful bottlenose dolphins—sightings are frequent (but not guaranteed)!


Departure & Return Points

Look for the Red Flag at each dock:

  • Maritime Center / Aquarium Wharf – Next to the South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum.

  • Waterfront Park – At the end of Vendue Range.

  • Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum – Behind the USS Yorktown aircraft carrier.

  • Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina – Left past the flagpole on the pier.


Duration

1 hour – 11 hours (flexible with your all-day pass).


Points of Interest

  • Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
    Water Taxis stop hourly, 9:45 AM – 6:45 PM.

  • Concord Street / Aquarium Wharf
    Departures from 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM. Parking available in the Aquarium Garage or nearby metered spots.

  • Charleston Waterfront Park
    Hourly stops from 9:15 AM – 7:15 PM.

  • Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
    Departures from 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM.


Additional Information

  • Infants and small children may ride in a stroller.

  • Service animals welcome.

  • Public transportation options nearby.

  • Suitable for all fitness levels.


Inclusions

  • Unlimited rides with your All-Day Pass.

  • Dolphin cruise included on every trip (sightings frequent, but not guaranteed).

Exclusions

  • Admission to attractions not included.


Redemption Instructions

Show your mobile or paper ticket at boarding to receive your All-Day Pass. Just look for the Red Flag at any of our docks.

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