Charleston: Preferred Cruise Lines Cruise from Charleston South Carolina
South Carolina was created in 1710 when King Charles I divided the Carolina territory into two states, north and south. The first permanent English settlement was near Charleston, and the sub-tropical weather and fertile soil attracted settlers from many parts of Europe, establishing plantations of rice and indigo throughout the coastal low country. The plantations flourished due to slaves brought in from Africa to provide labor (by 1720 they formed the majority of the population). As a result, South Carolina was one of the richest colonies in the New World by the time of the American Revolution.
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Select a Destination: Charleston South Carolina Cruise Departures
Union Pier Passenger Terminal 196 Concord Street Charleston, SC 29401
To/From Airports:
Charleston International Airport is located 13 Miles from pier, approximately 20 minutes.
Transportation:
Taxis are available. Shuttle service by Metro Limo Taxi is also available at $35 for the 1st two passengers and $10 for each additional passenger. (Rates are subject to change)
Parking:
Secure parking facilities are located on terminal property at Union Pier at $10 per day. Cash, travelers checks and personal checks accepted. Parking facilities are only available to cruise passengers, not the general public. (Subject to change).
Directions:
FROM SOUTH - Take I-95 North to I-26. At the end of I-26 take Highway 17-North Get off on the East Bay exit and make a right onto East Bay Street. Turn left onto Calhoun then make a right on Washington Street. Follow signs to terminal.
FROM NORTH - Take I-95 South to I-26. At the end of I-26 take Highway 17-North Get off on the East Bay exit and make a right onto East Bay Street. Turn left onto Calhoun then make a right on Washington Street. Follow signs to terminal. (See map of Charleston on www.scspa.com)
