The race hosts sailors from 9 different countries and is the longest race on earth for an individual in any sport. The program is offered to over 10,000 schools in the United States and Canada. The world is watching this challenging sailing event which departed from The Charleston Maritime Center as the courageous sailors make their way around the globe. Tall Ship Port Located on the peninsula s edge of the historic district, The Charleston Maritime Center makes a perfect stop for all types of visiting vessels. It is nestled in the center of Charleston s protected harbor and is approximately 3.5 miles form the open sea.
Access is direct and immediate from the sea to the dock.
No bridges are located from the mouth of the harbor to the docks. While on land, you are in close proximity to the new public library, historic tours and attractions, food and equipment provisioning. The Charleston Maritime Center has hosted several tall ships to date, including the Spirit of Massachusetts, Liberty Clipper, Windy, Voyager, Bill of Rights, Bounty and the HM Bark Endeavour. Sport Fishing Sport fishing has always been a popular pastime in Charleston. Whether you are a weekend sportsman or an avid angler, there is probably a tournament on the agenda at the Charleston Maritime Center just right for you.