Charleston

[mskaufman]

We have a port stop in Charleston the day after Christmas.  Does anyone know how far the terminal is from the tourist area and what transportation options there are?

[janmitch]

The terminal is just a few blocks from the Historic City Market and other historic areas!  You can walk it easily.  Enjoy the day!  We love Charleston.

[buckeyefrank]

Very close.  Definitely walkable there.

[mskaufman]

Awesome, thanks!!

[LB_NJ]

Glad to hear it is an easy walk to the city.

 

Our cruise stops here on a Sunday in March, will most places be open or does the city shut down on a Sunday?

[waterbug123]

20 hours ago, LB_NJ said:

Glad to hear it is an easy walk to the city.

 

Our cruise stops here on a Sunday in March, will most places be open or does the city shut down on a Sunday?

 

It's a tourist city; most things will be open.

[navybankerteacher]

On 11/10/2019 at 11:10 AM, LB_NJ said:

Glad to hear it is an easy walk to the city.

 

Our cruise stops here on a Sunday in March, will most places be open or does the city shut down on a Sunday?

It is not a walk “to the city” - when you leave the pier you are in the old city - maybe five minutes from your stateroom.

[cc75]

The google shot below shows you how close the Port is to Market Street and the tourist areas of Charleston.

 

 

Edited November 15, 2019 by cc75

[Hydro ergo]

I live in Charleston.  As others have said, it's a very easy walk.  Very safe, touristy area.  Someone asked about Sundays--since you are in the tourist area, most places will be open. Some open a little later on Sundays (possibly noon-2pm) but there will still be plenty to do.  It's also really easy (and cheap) to catch an uber to a specific point in downtown if you prefer (or have mobility issues).  Lots to see and do--enjoy your stop!