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The Battery

The Battery
Photo: Souvenir Post Card Co., Public domain via Wikimedia Commons

The Battery is a public promenade and park along the southern tip of the Charleston peninsula. It includes White Point Garden, monuments, and antebellum houses facing the water. Visitors can see cannons, statues, and open views across the harbor toward Fort Sumter.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 4 of Charleston and Savannah in 7 Days

Visiting The Battery: what to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
1 hour
Best time
Early morning to avoid heat and crowds
Getting there
Walk south from downtown Charleston or use the free DASH trolley

Charleston itineraries with The Battery

Day 4 of Charleston and Savannah in 7 Days

Fort Sumter, then Savannah

How The Battery fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Fort Sumter National MonumentCharleston
  2. 14:00Drive to SavannahCharleston
  3. 18:00Forsyth ParkSavannah
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The Battery FAQs

Is The Battery free to visit?

Yes, the park and promenade are open to the public at no charge.

What time does The Battery open?

It is open 24 hours a day with no gates or closing times.

Can you see Fort Sumter from The Battery?

Yes, the fort is visible across the water from the southern end of the park.

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