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2 of Charleston's finest plantations in one tour
Charleston, South Carolina, USA
$175
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Overview
Middleton Place Plantation and Drayton Hall offer a rich perspective on Charleston’s history and heritage. These two remarkable sites, located along the Ashley River, each tell unique stories that highlight the region's cultural significance.
- 🏛️ Visit Middleton Place, home to America’s oldest landscaped gardens, featuring breathtaking terraces, camellias, azaleas, and centuries-old oak trees draped in Spanish moss.
- 📜 Engage with living history demonstrations at Middleton Place, showcasing 18th-century crafts and animal husbandry, bringing the past to life.
- 🏰 Explore the historic house museum at Middleton Place, which reveals the legacy of one of Charleston’s most influential families and the lives of the enslaved who maintained the estate.
- 🔍 Discover Drayton Hall, a premier example of Palladian architecture, reflecting the design principles of the renowned Italian architect Andrea Palladio.
- 🌳 Admire the unaltered beauty of Drayton Hall, which retains its original 18th-century design without modern modifications, showcasing its historical integrity.
- 🚐 Enjoy a scenic drive through Charleston, passing by St. Michael's Church, the Williams Mansion, and the Lather Home, significant landmarks in the city's history.
- 🕰️ The tour lasts approximately 4 hours, providing ample time to absorb the rich histories of both plantations.
- 🚗 Pickup is included, along with an air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable journey.
- 👨🏫 An English-speaking human tour guide will accompany you, enhancing your understanding of the historical narratives.
- 👶 Pram/stroller accessibility is available for infants and small children, making it a family-friendly experience.
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2 of Charleston's finest plantations in one tour
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission to the plantations is not included
- The tour will begin with a short drive through the Charlestonwne neighborhood. There you will see St. Michaels Church. Built in 1761, George Washington prayed in that church in 1791. You will also see the oldest part of Charleston and the largest homes including the Williams Mansion, at 24,000 sq. ft. the largest home in Charleston. Finally, you will see the Lather Home. It’s the second biggest home in Charleston. In 1920 there was a meeting in this grand home and the Society for the Preservation of Old Dwellings was formed. It was the birth of the preservation movement in this country. Then on to two of the finest plantations in the Charleston area open to the public. (pass by)
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Middleton PlaceMiddleton Place Plantation in Charleston, South Carolina, is a remarkable destination for visitors who want to experience Southern history, culture, and natural beauty. Known as America’s oldest landscaped gardens, the grounds are breathtaking year-round, featuring terraces, camellias, azaleas, and centuries-old oaks draped in Spanish moss. The historic house museum offers a glimpse into the Middleton family, one of Charleston’s most influential dynasties, and their role in shaping the Low country. Visitors can explore stories of both the family and the enslaved people who built and maintained the estate, making it a place of reflection as well as beauty. The stable yards bring history to life with demonstrations of 18th-century crafts and animal husbandry. With its combination of stunning gardens, historical interpretation, and preserved architecture, Middleton Place offers tourists an immersive journey into the past, making it one of the most memorable stops in Charleston.
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Drayton HallDrayton Hall Plantation, located along the Ashley River near Charleston, South Carolina, is one of the finest surviving examples of Palladian architecture in North America. Built in the mid-18th century, its design reflects the influence of Andrea Palladio, the Italian Renaissance architect whose style emphasized symmetry, proportion, and classical details. The house is perfectly balanced, with a central entrance flanked by evenly spaced windows and rooms arranged with harmonious precision. Notably, Drayton Hall was never modernized with electricity, plumbing, or major alterations, leaving its original design remarkably intact. The grand double portico, soaring ceilings, and finely crafted woodwork showcase both elegance and restraint, hallmarks of Palladian ideals. Unlike more ornate plantation homes, Drayton Hall’s beauty lies in its simplicity, symmetry, and timeless classical proportions. Today, it stands as a rare and authentic window into colonial architecture.
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2 of Charleston's finest plantations in one tour
Charleston, South Carolina, USA
$175
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!