Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
A cable-stayed bridge spanning the Cooper River with a main span of about 471 meters, featuring a dedicated pedestrian and bike path with views over the harbor and city skyline.
The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge opened to traffic in 2005, connecting the Charleston peninsula with Mount Pleasant. Its two diamond-shaped towers have become a new city landmark. On the north side is a separate walking and biking path called “Wonders’ Way,” about 4 km long. From the bridge you can see the port, the USS Yorktown, and the steeples of the historic churches downtown. At the Mount Pleasant end, the park beneath the bridge has parking and a pier, making it a good place for a walk out and back. In summer the bridge deck is scorching at midday, so bring water.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
- South Carolina Aquarium
- International African American Museum
- Aiken-Rhett House
- Mother Emanuel AME Church
- The Charleston Museum
- Charleston City Market
- Waterfront Park & Pineapple Fountain