Aquarium Wharf District

Relax & Enjoy the Setting Sun Aboard The Schooner Pride's Sunset Sail Tour

Spring has finally arrived which means it's time to set sail on The Schooner Pride again! For a romantic date, why not try one of their Sunset Sail Tours? Watch a gorgeous Charleston sunset while enjoying this two hour sail aboard the Schooner Pride. Sit back and relax on deck while the sun drops slowly towards the horizon, illuminating the countless steeples of the Holy City. Soft drinks, beer, wine, champagne and bottled water will all be available for purchase while you explore the harbor.

The next Sunset Sail is on Saturday, March 24th at 5pm. Tickets are $43 and can be purchased online here. 

SC Aquarium's Unique Wedding and Event Space

When the South Carolina Aquarium closes for the day, a unique event site opens. As your guests arrive on our Riverside Terrace, they will experience Charleston from an entirely different perspective. Gorgeous views abound at the South Carolina Aquarium – both inside and out. Dine with hundreds of aquatic guests beside our two-story Great Ocean Tank and dance through the grandeur of our Great Hall.

The South Carolina Aquarium understands the importance of communication and responsiveness and will work with you to ensure that your event is a success. Schedule a walk through today to discuss the endless possibilities for your event. 

Sustainable Seafood Dinner at Rue de Jean, Mar. 3rd

Join the South Carolina Aquarium's Sustainable Seafood Initiative and Rue de Jean, a sustainable restaurant partner, for a delicious dinner featuring sustainable seafood during the Wine and Food Festival. This event will be held on Saturday, March 3rd from 7:00-10:00 pm at Rue De Jean (39 John Street).

Different than the regular Sustainable Seafood Dinner, a guest chef will prepare special sustainable seafood dishes while you learn how your seafood choices today can ensure healthy fish for the future.

Ten percent of the proceeds from the dinner will benefit the South Carolina Aquarium’s Sustainable Seafood Initiative, a conservation program of the non-profit organization. Purchase tickets here. For more information, call (843) 577-FISH (3474).

Spend Valentine's Day Dining Under the Sea at the South Carolina Aquarium

This February 14th, make your loved one as happy as a clam with reservations to the South Carolina Aquarium's Love Under the Sea Valentine’s Dinner. You and your lovebird will enjoy a delectable 3-course meal with your choice of white or red wine, and a surprise gift, all while floating amongst magnificent views and learning about the intimate mating and love connections of marine creatures.

Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. for those wishing to tour the Aquarium, dinner will begin at 7 p.m. Dinner reservations start at $165 a couple. Members receive a $10 discount on their reservations. Space is limited and reservations are required. Reserve your table here or call (843) 577-FISH (3474).

Book SpiritLine's Valentine's Day Dinner Cruise Today and Avoid Being in the Dog House This Year

It’s January, and before you know it Valentine’s Day will be upon us. Why not book a romantic evening on the harbor with your Valentine on SpiritLine Cruises' Valentine's Day Dinner Cruise?

Dine, dance and share the beautiful views aboard the Spirit of Carolina. SpiritLine offers a 3 or 4 course dinner, made to order, on a 3 hour cruise of the moonlit harbor. A limited number of private tables for two are available so make your reservations early for the most enchanting Valentine’s Day. Reservations begin January 9th so be sure to book soon to avoid being in the dog house this year!

Click here to book your reservation today with SpiritLine Cruises or call (843) 722-BOAT.

Jan. 9th Sustainable Seafood Dinner at the Boathouse

The South Carolina Aquarium will be kicking off a new year of sustainable seafood on Monday, January 9th at the Boathouse at Breach Inlet at 6:30 p.m. Chef Charles Arena will be showcasing his amazing talent and deep commitment to sustainable seafood with a beautiful and diverse six course menu paired with Simi wines. Here is the menu for the night:

• First Course: Jumbo Lump North Carolina Crab Meat with Shrimp, Tomato Fondue, & Fennel Puree. Paired with Simi Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County 2010.
• Second Course: Roasted Scallop & Wild Mushroom Wellington. Paired with Simi "Reserve" Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 2009.
• Third Course: Tempura Fried Lionfish with Lentil Stew & Yuzu-Truffle Vinaigrette. Paired with Simi Pinot Noir, Sonoma County 2009.
• Fourth Course: Local Shrimp and Ricotta Gnudi with Pine Nuts & Pancetta. Paired with Simi Merlot, Sonoma County 2007.
• Fifth Course: Bacon Wrapped Tilefish with Creamy Polenta & Charred Cippolini Demi. Paired with Simi "Landslide" Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 2007.
• Sixth Course: Apple Tart Tatin with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. Paired with Simi Inniskillin.

The dinner is just $55 per person (not including tax and gratuity) and as always, 10% of the proceeds will be donated to the Aquarium to support the Sustainable Seafood Initiative. 

To make your reservation, call the restaurant at 843-886-8000.

Great Gift Ideas from the SC Aquarium for Every Budget

This Christmas, the South Carolina Aquarium has great gifts for everyone on your list and for every shopper's budget. Consider getting the little one on your list a piece of animal art, made by the animals at the aquarium as part of their enrichment activities. If it's a family you're shopping for, why not get them some Value Passes to the Aquarium, or a Gift Membership if you have a larger budget. For the conservationist on your list, consider giving your nature enthusiast an Aquarium Society membership, a group whose individuals' annual contributions allow the South Carolina Aquarium's to be a leader in conservation and an education resource for the greater community.

Click here to see the South Carolina Aquarium's full 2011 Holiday Gift Guide. 

SC Aquarium's Sustainable Seafood Dinner at the Old Village Post House Dec. 7th

Join the South Carolina Aquarium’s Sustainable Seafood Initiative and the Old Village Post House December 7th from 6:30-9:30PM for a delicious dinner featuring items from our coast. Enjoy a five-course sustainable seafood meal with wine pairings while you learn how your seafood choices today can ensure healthy fish for the future. The menu includes:

FIRST COURSE: Tuna Sashimi with Watermelon Radish, Arugula, Mint Salad, Salty Meyer Lemon Purée, and Smoked Paprika Oil, paired with a Taltarni Sparkling “Brut Tache” NV, Tasmania.

SECOND: Local Clam and Leek Ravioli with Yellow and Red Pepper Fondue, Bacon Flavored Bread Crumbs, Chives, and Sweet Chili Threads, paired with a Batasiolo “Sobrano” Barbera, Piedmonte, Italy 2009.

THIRD: Cornmeal Crusted Trout “Almondine” with Celery Root Purée, Parsley Lemon Zest Salad, and Marcona Almond Brown Butter, paired with a Vincent Girardin Pouilly-Fuisse, Burgundy, France 2009.

FOURTH: Roasted Grouper with Steamed Shrimp and Cabbage Dumpling, Snow Peas and Mushrooms, Crispy Carrots, and Lime Ginger Shrimp Agrodolce, paired with a Sokol Blosser Evolution NV, Oregon.

FIFTH: Mocha Pots de Crème with a Double Chocolate Chip Cookie, paired with a Rosa Regale Brachetto NV, Piedmonte, Italy.

Ten percent of the proceeds from the dinner will benefit the South Carolina Aquarium’s Sustainable Seafood Initiative, a conservation program of the non-profit organization. Tickets are $65 a person (plus tax and gratuity). Seating is limited and reservations are required. To make a reservation, please call the Post House at (843) 388-8935.

Start the Holiday Festivities Early at the South Carolina Aquarium's Sea Life by Starlight Event, Dec. 3rd

Enjoy a night out under the twinkling stars of Charleston, and among the aquatic surroundings of the South Carolina Aquarium at the second annual Sea Life by Starlight event- Saturday, December 3rd from 7:00-10:30PM. Enjoy festive cocktails, heavy hors d'oeuvres, music, and a live and silent auction, while mingling with fellow supporters of aquatic and natural conservation.

Funds from the event will go to the conservation and education programs of the South Carolina Aquarium. Tickets are $60 or $50 for members. Or purchase the special $75 ticket which includes a 6-7PM. cocktail reception and silent auction preview, as well as a spectacular view of The Parade of Boats on the Charleston Harbor. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit here.

Special Blues & BBQ Cruise with Singer Wanda Johnson Aboard the Carolina Belle

 Charleston Harbor Tours & The Bridge 105.5 proudly offer a very special blues evening with Wanda Johnson, backed by Shrimp City Slim! Come on out on Saturday, November 19th for a very special Blues & BBQ Harbor Cruise.

Board the Carolina Belle at 5:30pm from the Charleston Maritime Center (10 Wharfside St.) and enjoy a 2-hour cruise complete with a delicious Home Team BBQ buffet and live blues by the talented Wanda Johnson.

Tickets are just $39.95. You can book online at www.CharlestonHarborTours.com, call 843-722-1112, or call their ticketing partner at 800-979-337.