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Boone Hall Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston
Charleston, USA
4 hours 30 minutes
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What You Will Do
Step back in time with a 4.5-hour visit to one of America's oldest working, living plantations. Be transported to this historic site with an experienced driver on a comfortable, air conditioned mini bus. Boone Hall Plantation has been recognized as the #1 Plantation in the Charleston area, according to USA TODAY. Tour includes round-trip transportation from the Visitors Center in Charleston, all entrance fees, a guided house tour, Gullah Theater (in season), self guided garden and grounds tour, and a tram tour (based on availability). Small-group tour is limited to a maximum of 25 people.
What's Included?
- Self Guided Garden Tour, historic slave cabins,
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting point
- All gate fees
- Air-conditioned buses
- Gullah Theater presentation by costumed performer
- Tram tour (based on availability)
- Plantation House Tour with guide in historical dress
- Professional driver
What's Not Included?
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
375 Meeting St, Charleston
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Boone Hall Plantation
3 hours
A USA Today’s 10 Best Choice as the “Best Plantation in the Charleston Area!” Take a trip through history as you explore one of America’s oldest working, living plantations. Boone Hall Plantation was purchased in 1955 by the McRae family and opened to the public in 1956. Along the tour, enjoy the history of Charleston and its legends! Inclusions: House Tour: This 30-minute tour begins on the front porch and is given by a well-informed guide in historical dress. The tour also introduces you to the history of Boone Hall Plantation and its evolution through several owners since 1681. Slave Cabin and History Presentation: Look at the living quarters, historic relics, and lifestyle of the enslaved people who lived here at Boone Hall. “Exploring The Gullah Culture:” Boone Hall Plantation is the only plantation to offer a live, seasonal presentation of this unique culture adapted by African enslaved people. If available, there is a seasonal plantation tram tour as well!
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Adventure Sightseeing
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Drinks/snacks are available for purchase at Plantation
- Not wheelchair accessible, but those with limited mobility are welcome if they can be assisted by a companion
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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