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SpiritLine Cruises of Charleston

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“ I recommend starting your day at Patriots point , then the boat tour and get off in downtown and continue your day there. ” in 11 reviews

“ People say the dinner cruise around the harbor is a tourist trap, but as a local I thought it was a great experience! ” in 19 reviews

“ Since I'd never been to Charleston or on a boat tour , I'm so glad I found this one! ” in 5 reviews

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40 Patriots Point Rd

Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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Established in 1961. SpiritLine Cruises is Chareston's Premier Cruise Fleet. We have established a diverse and highly experienced passenger vessel company with an excellent reputation in the travel industry, passenger vessel industry and Charleston community. We are honored to operate our businesses in a city so charming and warm that Conde Nast named the top U.S. destination city in 2011 & 2012. Charleston is our home and we welcome all our guests aboard with that in mind. Hospitality is our family business! …

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What are the prices?

The tickets were about $60. Drinks from the bar and dessert are extra. Two martinis and one dessert cost us $26. ($6 for the dessert).

How's the live music?

It is good. There is a gentleman playing his guitar and singing famous song (romantic). In my opinion, it is just perfect when you are having a dinner on boat.

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My husband and I truly enjoyed our first dinner cruise that happened to also be our 22nd wedding anniversary. It was a beautiful evening. Watching the sunset while cruising the Charleston harbor was just gorgeous. The food was wonderful and great conversation with others on the cruise. The music was lively and made for a great evening. Thank you

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The cruise was awesome. My family and I really had a great time. I was able to get on and off easily on my wheel chair.

Spectacular cruise. We were greatly benefitted by the expertise of our tour guide. He is an Air Force Academy graduate and a decorated veteran. He did a wonderful job. Couldn't be happier.

Had an incredible experience cruising with SpiritLine! Wonderful crew. The boat was incredibly stable. The live music was great. Not too loud. Just right. The food was excellent as well. Choose wisely because it is only a 3 or 4 entree menu. I had the short ribs with whipped mashed potatoes and it was really good. We are locals and not tourists. And we will be going back! Highly recommend. We live in a beautiful city folks! Take advantage of the wonderful opportunities to see our city in a different lite!!!

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So to make this review reasonable I need to break this down. If food is a big concern, then my review would be more like 2-3 stars. The overall experience was very nice. We arrived around 6:20-6:30pm as recommended for the 7:00pm cruise. They take your picture as you board and you can purchase the photo package for $45, which we did because the pictures looked great. The boarding process was smooth and the staff was great. We were immediately greeted, seated and had drink orders taken. Once everyone is onboard they tell you that dinner will be started around 7:30 and you can go up top to take pictures. Even on a day that was 93 degrees, with the breeze in the water it felt nice up top. Everyone was having fun and taking pictures. At 7:30 we returned to our table and we're immediately served, but here is where it loses points for me. First course was crab soup, ok, second course, salad, again ok, next the entree, I selected the short rib and it was terrible. It had absolutely no flavor. I added so much salt and pepper and still did not eat it. Last we got dessert which was an add-on. It was small but good. Overall we really enjoyed our night as they also had live music, and our crowd was great, plus once again I must commend the staff, they were just great. If you want a nice different evening, I would highly recommend it. If you are looking for a great meal, I would say, move on. Very torn emotions but I went with 4 stars, because overall we really enjoyed the experience.

Very fun dinner cruise! The singer had an incrediblly smooth voice and played all the fun songs. Food was great! I had the short ribs and my husband had the shrimp and grits! We would totally recommend to anyone!

Short ribs on the bottom. Shrimp and grits on top.

That was definitely entertainment that I experienced. And food that I ate. The chickpea meal was like Chef Boyardee made Indian food, which was... fine... She crab soup and shrimp and grits were insanely salty. Salad crazily over dressed. Cocktails were ... fine. Entertainment was a singer with a guitar who was mediocre, took no requests, and had little interest in whether folks were enjoying his offerings. NOT FOR KIDS!!! No children's menu and no kid friendly options.

We enjoyed our boat tour very very much! I highly recommend this tour especially if you have guests that have a hard time walking and getting around. It's a great way to see Charleston and be on the water.

As a local, we expected a little more from this dinner cruise. The word "Luxury cruise" is a bit of a stretch. Upon entering the boat we were taken to a table where we sat with strangers. Lucky for us they were very nice. The servers were great and the food was okay. The chicken was not hot. I also was surprised there wasn't any mention of safety tips for being on the water or a welcome from anyone. As a historical city, there should have been a short narration of what we saw before the sunset as the boat circled in the same area for 2 hours. This was advertised as live music. At the end of the ride, a guy with a guitar and pre-recorded music sang for about 20 minutes. Not exactly entertainment. Overall, we had a nice night, and it was good to get out but this management needs to step up their game to provide a more fulfilling experience.

This is overrated and not worth the expense in my opinion. You literally sail around in circles for nearly 3 hours. The one man band was ok and they played decent music. The food was mediocre wedding food. The wife had shrimp and grits and took two bites. I had the short rib that you needed to shower with salt and pepper in order to get any flavor. The dessert was terrible, but the staff did do a great job. Spend your money elsewhere

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SpiritLine Dinner Cruise

Experience true waterfront dining aboard the Spirit of Carolina where you’ll enjoy a three or four course dinner, made to order from local seasonal ingredients. As you dine and eat a delicious multi-course plated dinner, you’ll cruise through the beautiful Charleston Harbor, past Fort Sumter, along the Battery and beneath the Ravenel Bridge.

DINNER CRUISE DETAILS

• 3 or 4 course dinner made to order on-board
• 2.5 hour cruise time (7 pm until 9:30 pm)
• Boarding begins at 6:30 pm
• Private tables for 2 available
• Dining decks are climate controlled
• For rates and availabilities visit their website (link on this page)
• Reservations are required
• Dress is “resort casual”

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Choosing a hotel and where to stay in Charleston all depends on your budget and goals. Do you want to stay Downtown, at the beach or in the outer areas such as North Charleston where you have to drive to get everywhere? For more help on deciding: https://travelerofcharleston.com/articles/hotels/

What Beach in Charleston is Best?

Charleston has 3 main public beaches which are: Folly, Isle of Palms and Sullivans. Each beach has it’s own atmosphere. The most common beach that people visit is Folly Beach and then Isle of Palms followed by Sullivans Island. For more info on Charleston’s beaches visit: https://travelerofcharleston.com/guide-charlestons-beaches/

What are some historical things to do in Charleston?

Charleston, SC is full of historical things to do. Everything from museums, to public sites and free landmark sites such as Rainbow Row and the Battery can be seen. For more info on Charleston’s top historical sites visit: https://travelerofcharleston.com/places-to-learn-about-charleston-sc-history/

What to do with the family and kids in Charleston?

There are many things that will keep the kids and family entertained and educated in Charleston. There are historic sites such as Fort Sumter, a Children’s Museum, Aquarium and the USS Yorktown…a WWII era aircraft carrier you can tour. For more info visit: https://travelerofcharleston.com/charleston-family-fun-activities/

Are you a Charleston First Time Visitor? Checkout the guide

There’s so many  things you could do in Charleston it can be overwhelming. We recommend that first time visitors, checkout the ultimate first-time visitor guide here: https://travelerofcharleston.com/charleston-first-time-visitors-guide/

Charleston things to do in the Spring season?

Spring in Charleston, SC is an amazing time of year to visit. The flowers are blooming and the weather is mild and sunny. For more info, check-out our spring guide to Charleston here: https://travelerofcharleston.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-springtime-in-charleston/

Charleston things to do in the Summer season?

Summer in Charleston is a great time to visit. There’s plenty of things to keep you busy and visiting the beach will probably….or should be on your short-list. Also water-based activities and tours are popular. Checkout this summer guide to Charleston for more info: 

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Fall is one of the best times to visit. The weather cools down a bit and the skies are typically blue and clear. In addition there are many great events, festivals and the large crowds of summer have gone back to school or work. For more info on visiting in the fall, checkout this article: https://travelerofcharleston.com/charleston-12-things-to-do-fall/

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How many days do I need in Charleston?

The consensus is a minimum of 3-days is needed to settle in and experience Charleston. For instance, many people take 2 days exploring downtown and another day visiting sites outside of downtown such as the plantations, Angel Oak Tree or beaches. Checkout this page for a list of tours and attractions: 

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Downtown Charleston was made for walking and for sure one of the best way to soak up and experience the history first-hand. This article goes over getting around Charleston with and without a car as well: 

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Is Savannah or Charleston better?

We’re of course partial to Charleston, but here’s the truth. There are many similarities however there are some differences in our opinion: 

• Both cities are historic and beautiful. 
• Both cities are extremely walkable. Savannah, with it’s park-like squares maybe more walkable than Charleston. 
• Charleston has a more established and food scene with many more options. 
• Charleston has better hotels and shopping.
• Both cities have equally good tours.
• Charleston has better beach options. Savannah has Tybee which is great, however it’s 1 beach vibe versus Charleston which has 3 beaches with different vibes. Checkout this Charleston beach guide article: https://travelerofcharleston.com/guide-charlestons-beaches/
• In Savannah you can walk with alcoholic beverages on the street. This is not allowed in Charleston. This can be good or bad depending on your stance. 
• Savannah is more affordable.
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Charleston has some fantastic can’t miss tours such as Fort Sumter, carriage, ghost, harbor, historic and culinary tours. For a full list with more info visit: https://travelerofcharleston.com/attractions/

Relocating or buying a house in Charleston?

Checkout the Charleston Relocation Guide page which will guide you during your move: https://travelerofcharleston.com/charleston-sc-relocation-guide/

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Hospitality is our Family Business!

Charleston’s historic harbor remains the lifeblood of the city. Here at SpiritLine Cruises, we’re happy to give you access to some of the best views of historic architecture, Fort Moultrie, Fort Sumter and the city’s steepled skyline. Many of Charleston’s modern marvels are also best viewed from the water, including the Ravenel Bridge. You’ll probably even catch a glimpse of a sleek yacht, graceful waterfowl and playful dolphins.

In 1961 the Campsen family of Charleston founded Fort Sumter Tours to provide daily excursions to the Fort Sumter National Monument. Today, Fort Sumter Tours and its partner organization, SpiritLine Cruises, provide daily access to this living monument, along with other memorable experiences for residents and guests of Charleston.

In addition to the Fort Sumter tours, SpiritLine conducts daytime tours of Charleston Harbor as well as dinner cruises . SpiritLine also offers private charters and tours for corporate outings and special events.

SpiritLine Cruises & Events operates four vessels in scenic Charleston Harbor, including the grand and impressive Spirit of Carolina. This three-deck luxury dining yacht is the largest passenger vessel operating in the harbor. With three other vessels varying in size and amenities, we can easily accommodate your event needs.

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SpiritLine Cruises departs from two convenient locations.

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