Port of Charleston, SC

The Port of Charleston's cruise ship passenger terminal is located at 196 Concord Street at the foot of Market Street. It is in the heart of the historic district, offering the possibility of combining a visit to one of America's oldest cities with your fun-filled cruise.

Directions to Union Pier Port:

• From I-26: Follow I-26 East until it ends at U.S. 17(exit 221). Take U.S. 17 North exit toward Mt. Pleasant. Go around sharp left-hand curve and exit at East Bay Street before you get on the Cooper River Bridge. Turn right on East Bay Street at the bottom of the exit ramp. Go 0.5 miles to St. John Street, Turn left. Go 100 yards and veer right on to Washington Street. Entrance to terminal is ahead on left.

Parking:

• Long term parking is available on Port property for cruise passengers' vehicles.
• Please enter via Union Pier Main Gate - 32 Washington Street. Let the port police know you will be leaving your vehicle in storage and you will be directed to the designated parking area.
• Parking is in a controlled access area available to only cruise passengers. It is secured and patrolled by the port police during your cruise.
• The parking fee is $10.00 per day, for vehicles up to 20 feet. For recreation vehicles, campers, buses and other oversized vehicles, the parking fee is $20.00 per day.