Charleston’s Union Pier bids bon voyage to its final cruise ship

The departure Tuesday evening of the Norwegian Jewel is one step toward redevelopment of the roughly 65-acre waterfront site in downtown Charleston along the Cooper River.

By: David Wren

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: June 30, 2026

Words: 726

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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CHARLESTON — The last cruise ship to call on Union Pier Terminal left downtown Charleston Tuesday evening, but it won’t be the final pleasure ship to visit the peninsula.

The Norwegian Jewel pulled into the Holy City on Tuesday morning for an eight-hour stopover, giving passengers a chance to see attractions like the City Market and area museums and restaurants. Its departure is one step toward redevelopment of the roughly 65-acre waterfront site along the …

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