You might be free to visit today, but Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park hasn't always been so welcoming! Get to know the story behind this stronghold and exactly what it was built to defend.

This history-filled fortress is often on the itineraries of visitors to South Carolina. But Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park isn't the area's only highlight. USS Yorktown, College of Charleston, and Charleston City Market are some other interesting sights nearby.

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Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

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Fort Moultrie

Learn about more than 240 years of seacoast defense, from the American Revolution to World War II, at this important fort on South Carolina’s Sullivan’s Island.

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Charleston Lighthouse

You can find out about the history of Sullivan's Island when you stop by Charleston Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Fort Sumter

Enjoy an informative boat ride on picturesque Charleston Harbor and explore the grounds of one of America’s most significant Civil War-era forts and battle sites.

Sullivan's Island Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sullivan's Island Beach during your trip to Sullivan's Island? Discover the area's sunsets and shops.

Shem Creek Park

Explore the great outdoors at Shem Creek Park, a lovely green space in Mount Pleasant. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its lively bars.