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Daniel Island Ferry
The guides were wonderful. Right on the money with pick up and return trip.
Operator response
Thank you for the kind words! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Ferry between The Cooper Hotel Dock downtown and Daniel Island
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At a glance
- Duration
- 30 min
- Price from
- $28 / person
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 57 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 49
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- We depart from The Cooper Hotel Dock in downtown Charleston. The entrance to the pier is just to the right of Fleet Landing Restaurant.
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Skip the traffic and parking hassle - hop the DI Ferry for a scenic 30-minute ride straight to Daniel Island's brand-new waterfront docks, just steps from The Kingstide and Vinea. Keep an eye out for dolphins and sweeping views along the way, then relax over dinner before your guaranteed return trip drops you back at Waterfront Park downtown.
Tour Options
Highlights
Restroom on board
What's included
Included
Restroom on board
Traveller Ratings
4.9
57 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Ferry between The Cooper Hotel Dock downtown and Daniel Island lasts about 30 min.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $28 per person for this Charleston experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We depart from The Cooper Hotel Dock in downtown Charleston. The entrance to the pier is just to the right of Fleet Landing Restaurant.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 49 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(57)
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Fun transportation to downtown
Very fun ride to downtown. Great drop off and pick up locations. Nice large free parking lot on Daniel Island. Staff was great. Highly recommend.
Operator response
Awesome! Glad you had a great time with us. Really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. See you soon.
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Fantastic experience!
Our ferry had to be cancelled on the way back due to bad weather, but the team handled it flawlessly. They put safety first, kept us informed, and promptly refunded our money in full. It is rare to see such honest, hassle-free customer service these days. Highly recommend booking with them-they truly care about their guests!
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Smooth Ride
Beautiful ride! Easy on and off boat. Plenty of time for dinner on Daniel Island.
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THE Way to DWNTWN Events
Great experience Capt and first mate were very accommodating. Captain was exceptionally on point handling a surprise swell - we were in great hands! First mate was a delight.
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Smooth ride.
Great staff. Super nice ride. I have done the trip about 4 times and I look forward to it.
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Great way to go to dinner downtown!!
Fantastic and relaxed night cruise to downtown!!
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Super Convenient for Concerts!
We used the Daniel Island Ferry for the Concert Express service to Credit One Stadium and had a wonderful experience! The ferry picks you up in downtown Charleston before the show and drops you off about a 10-minute walk from the stadium, and then departs from Daniel Island 30 minutes after the show ends. The experience was convenient and easy to navigate, and we didn't have to worry about post-show traffic. Thanks to Kevin and Selena for being our friendly and helpful crew onboard. I would definitely use this service again and highly recommend it!
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A necessary experience
My husband and I arrived at the Daniel Island Ferry dock and waited for the boat to arrive. As soon as the crew (Dallas and Randi) safely tied off the boat, the passengers were all greeted by a very pleasant and professional young man who checked us in. It was a beautiful evening as we walked down the gangway and boarded. We were immediately welcomed aboard by a friendly young crew member. Among her many tasks she was also the bartender on this excursion. My husband and I got our wine and took our seats towards the front of the boat. We toasted to a beautiful night as the boat shoved off and the speakers played top 40 hits. The destination was downtown Charleston, The Cooper, the newest luxury hotel in the downtown Charleston area. When we arrived the crew reminded all return passengers of departure time and my husband and I continued on to our dinner reservation. After a wonderful night downtown the ferry back to Daniel Island was the perfect way to close out the evening. A relaxing ferry ride with good music cruising under the lit up Ravenel Bridge into a breezy clear night sky. 10 out of 10
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Great Date Night
Best way yo travel downtown! Dallas (our Captain) and Randi (our First Mate and bartender) were great, and the boat ride to and from downtown was a lot of fun.
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