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Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston

Overview

Enjoy this 4.5-hour tour of Magnolia Plantation and see the plantation has stood the test of time dating back to 1676. One of America's most important historical sights, you will travel in comfort on board an air conditioned coach. This tour is led by a knowledgeable and professional guide, that can transport you back in time.

City: Charleston

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $75.33

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $75.33

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Round-Trip Transportation Aboard Air-Conditioned Vehicle

Admission to Magnolia Plantation in Charleston

See wildlife such as alligators, egrets, herons, and turtles on the nearly 600 acre plantation

Enjoy a guided walk through America's last large scale Romantic Garden

Professional Guide

30-Minute Tour of Magnolia Plantation Historic Home

45-Minute Narrated Nature Tram Ride through the Audubon Swamp Gardens

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour is not recommended for children under 3 years old.
Drinks are available for purchase at the Magnolia Plantation
Cannot accommodate wheelchairs, but we can accommodate those with limited mobility if they can be assisted by a companion.
No pets. Service animals are allowed.
Dress code is casual
Please Arrive 15-Minutes before departure time
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Face masks are requested at this time.

What To Expect

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens

The history and beauty of Magnolia Plantation has stood the test of time. It is also the only Plantation on the Ashley River that survived both the American Revolution and the Civil War. It is one of the oldest plantations in the south and is also known as America's most beautiful Garden. This guided Magnolia Plantation Tour comes with round trip transportation in our climate controlled buses. All gate fees are included in the price of this 4.5 hour tour and will allow you to step back in time, so you can experience Magnolias incredible history. On this tour, you will experience a 45-minute narrated tram ride past slave cabins, through swamps, rice fields and see wildlife such as alligators, egrets, herons, and turtles on the nearly 600 acre plantation and garden visit. You will also receive a guided walk through America's last large scale Romantic Garden, which is also known as America's most beautiful Garden.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (402)

SallyfromBexhill

Oct 2022

The tour pick up was at the Charleston visitor centre so very easy to find. We had a pleasant 30 minute ride in an air conditioned bus with a driver telling us all about the area (only slight niggle was that the bus smelt of cigars). Then on arrival at the plantation, he took us for a lovely walk around the gardens for 45 minutes which are beautiful then we went on a tram ride for another 45 minutes, on which we saw quite a few alligators and turtles and more of the stunning gardens. Then we were left to our own devices for 45 minutes before a guided tour of the house, then bus back to Charleston. Really enjoyed the tour and the gardens were spectacular, we just would have liked more time to explore by ourselves.

keithc101197

Oct 2022

We were in downtown Charleston on a weekend getaway without a car so this was a perfect way for us to be able to go see the plantation. Lisa was our driver/chaperone, she spoke with us on the drive out and acted as our guide for the garden walk. While on site we went as a group with the others on our bus on the nature train and into the plantation house and both of those tours were narrated by employees of Magnolia, Lisa did not come with. We would have really liked to go into the cabins and take the slavery to freedom tour but it was not included with this and there wasn't ample time to branch off on our own. We had 45 minutes free time which most in our group, including us, used to grab lunch at the Peacock Cafe and browse the gift shop. The one other thing we would have liked would be for our tour guide to offer to take a few pictures. Along the garden path whenever folks stopped to take photos they'd have to hustle afterward to catch up with the group. Being that is was a larger size group as well the few times Lisa paused people were milling all about photo bombing the others whereas if she did more of an organized thing folks would know when it's their turn. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the history of the area and needing the transportation to do so.

33163

Oct 2022

It was a great tour , house, garden and plantation. Informative tour about history of Magnolia plantation.