Timeline
19:43
Grab a coffee or a snack from the museum shop. The USS Yorktown is open until 18:30, so you have plenty of time before the sun goes down.
20:03
Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum
Walk four minutes east to the Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum. This spot faces west, directly toward the setting sun. Find a bench or railing near the water’s edge.
20:28
Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum
Watch the sunset. At 20:28, the sun sinks toward the WNW, casting a final glow over the harbor.
20:58
Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum
Stay for a few minutes as the light fades. The museum grounds remain open, allowing you to linger in the quiet twilight before heading back.
Local tip
Check the sunset time for your specific date, as it shifts throughout the year. The museum closes at 18:30 in winter, so plan accordingly if visiting outside of summer.
Check before you go
- USS Yorktown hours: Mo-Su 09:00-18:30.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Charleston (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).