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Guarded Charleston Harbor from the Revolution through WWII; the palmetto-log original inspired South Carolina's flag.

Fort Moultrie

Forts & Ruins · Charleston Paid ★ 4.7

Fort Moultrie on Sullivan's Island offers a tangible connection to the past, having guarded Charleston Harbor from the American Revolution through World War II. Visitors can explore the grounds where the original palmetto-log fort stood, which inspired South Carolina's state flag. This historic site provides a grounded look at centuries of coastal defense.

More shops nearby

Sandpiper GalleryArt Gallery1.2 mi · ~3 min driveHouse of Hoffmann InteriorsHome & Interiors2.1 mi · ~5 min driveMajor Hats & SuitsMenswear2.1 mi · ~5 min drive

Dining nearby

Post HouseAmerican · $$2.2 mi · ~5 min driveTy’s Roadside Coastal KitchenAmerican · $$2.4 mi · ~6 min driveThe PerchCafe2.4 mi · ~6 min drivePage’s Okra GrillAmerican · $$2.5 mi · ~6 min driveThe Shelter Kitchen + BarAmerican · $$2.6 mi · ~6 min driveNICO | Oysters + SeafoodSeafood · $$$2.6 mi · ~6 min drive

Things to do nearby

Sullivan’s Island LighthouseLighthouses · Free0.9 mi · ~2 min drivePitt Street BridgeHistoric Sites · Free0.9 mi · ~2 min driveFort Sumter National MonumentForts & Ruins · Paid1.1 mi · ~3 min driveSullivan’s Island BeachBeaches · Free1.3 mi · ~3 min drive

While you're here

Muddy’s Dockside Bar (H5)Sun, Sep 6 · Live Music2.7 mi · ~6 min driveMiami FC at Charleston BatterySat, Aug 22 · Family3.6 mi · ~9 min driveHartford Athletic FC at Charleston BatteryWed, Sep 2 · Other3.6 mi · ~9 min drive

Venues nearby

Alhambra HallBallroom & Hotel1.6 mi · ~4 min driveThe Cedar RoomHistoric5.2 mi · ~12 min driveThe River House at Lowndes Grove6.9 mi · ~17 min drive
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