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A row of cannon with Fort Moultrie in the background. A US flag is flying in the fort.
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Fort Sumter National Monument

NPS Photo · Public domain
NPS Photo · Public domain
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Information Fort Moultrie Fishing Dock Closure

The Fort Moultrie Fishing Dock is currently under construction and closed to the public.

Information Scam Warning: Book Ferry Tickets Through Authorized Concessioner Only

The National Park Service is aware of fraudulent websites selling invalid ferry tickets to Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park. Valid ferry tickets can only be purchased through the park's authorized concessioner at www.fortsumtertours.com. Visitors should care

Information Patriots Point Ferries Accessibility Information

Ferries to Fort Sumter from Patriots Point are not always accessible for individuals who use mobility assistance devices or have trouble navigating stairs. The Fort Sumter Visitor Center departure location is fully accessible or visitors can call Fort Sumter Tours (843-722-2628)

Information Accessibility Lifts Out of Service at Fort Sumter

The mobility lifts at Fort Sumter are currently out of order. The parade ground (ground level) of the fort remains wheelchair accessible.

Straight from the US National Park Service, refreshed several times a day.

Historic site with ferry access

In pictures

Fort Sumter with a US flag flying above the fort with dock in the foreground NPS Photo · Public domain
Fort Sumter with a US flag flying above the fort with dock in the foreground

Practical

At a glance

Opened
1861
Open
Daily 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Price
Per Person $10
Accessibility
limited access due to ferry
Address
340 Concord Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Opening hours
Daily 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Phone
(843) 883-3123
Price
~$10
Website
www.nps.gov

Photo: NPS Photo · Public domain (US federal work) · NPS

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  • NPS Photo · Public domain (US federal work) · NPS