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Cruises from Charleston
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Cruises from Charleston

Charleston is a charming and historic city located in the southeast of the United States. Because of its many beautiful churches, Charleston is also known as “The Holy City.” Within this beautiful, artistic area are well-mannered locals that run a slew of hotels, beautiful Victorian homes, bed and breakfasts, great restaurants and quality stores. Cruises from Charleston are quite popular, especially among those that live in Charleston or in the surrounding areas of South Carolina. There are usually a small selection of cruises visiting Charleston (not starting in Charleston) each year as well. Taking a cruise from Charleston enables local residents to embark on a wonderful vacation without the inconveniences or costs of flying. Many who take cruises from Charleston but don’t live nearby can enjoy staying a couple of nights in this amazing city before or after their cruise. It is the perfect way to enjoy all that Charleston has to offer its guests!
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Cruise Lines with Cruises from Charleston

The following cruise lines feature cruises from South Carolina. Click the name of the cruise line to view upcoming cruises that they're featuring from Charleston, SC:
Carnival Cruises from Charleston
Carnival Cruises from Charleston
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Crystal Cruises from Charleston
Crystal Cruises from Charleston
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Prices listed above were accurate when posted online, are based on double occupancy, include port charges and are subject to change based on the live availability of the ship. Please click the link provided in the sale box to find out the current pricing and availability. The offer details for any bonuses are listed during the online booking process. Certain restrictions apply.

Destinations for Cruises from Charleston

The following cruise destinations can be visited on a cruise from South Carolina. Click any destination to view some of the upcoming cruises from Charleston that are available:
Bahamas Cruises from Charleston
Bahamas Cruises from Charleston
Caribbean Cruises from Charleston
Caribbean Cruises from Charleston

Things to do in Charleston

These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Charleston, along with a brief description:

♦ Drayton Hall
The oldest preserved plantation house in America (built in 1738) is located in the historic Ashley River district of Charleston. Drayton Hall offers tours on its architecture, preservation, the American Revolution and African-American Drayton Hallhistory. The amazing stories you'll hear at this historic landmark are definitely worth the visit, so consider stopping by before or after your cruise from Charleston.

♦ White Point Gardens, aka "The Battery"
This area of Charleston is a famous promenade that's known for its beautiful antebellum homes and Civil War memorials. Within this area is a section known as Rainbow Row, which is a row of historic houses that are painted a wide range of pastel colors. Enjoying a relaxing walk through this area is the perfect compliment to a cruise from South Carolina.

♦ Charleston Waterfront Park
This area of Charleston is a great place for some rest and relaxation. While there you can enjoy the wonderful view of the coastline, take a walk, jog, enjoy their swings, or even have a picnic. There are a couple of fountains where your kids can run around and get wet, so bring a bathing suit for them if that's in your plans.