Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston
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Charleston, USA
- 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Pickup and drop-off from downtown Charleston, South Carolina make it easy to tour Magnolia Plantation, one of the oldest plantations in the South. This 4-in-1 tour includes a narrated drive out to the plantation, a walking tour of the garden, tram tour through the property, and tour of the house itself, providing incredible value.
- Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from downtown Charleston, South Carolina
- Tour the house, grounds, and gardens with a guide
- Learn the history behind the plantation, one of the oldest in the region
- Enjoy a narrated nature tram ride through the Audubon swamp gardens and wildlife such as alligators, egrets, herons, and turtles
- Enjoy a guided walk through America's last large scale Romantic Garden
What's Included
- Admission to Magnolia Plantation in Charleston
- 45-Minute Narrated Nature Tram Ride through the Audubon Swamp Gardens
- 30-Minute Tour of Magnolia Plantation Historic Home
- Round-Trip Transportation Aboard Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Professional Guide
- Enjoy a guided walk through America's last large scale Romantic Garden
- See wildlife such as alligators, egrets, herons, and turtles on the nearly 600 acre plantation
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 375 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Start time.10:00 am
Itinerary
Start your Magnolia Plantation tour with pickup from a convenient downtown Charleston location in the mid-morning. Then sit back and relax on the 40-minute drive to one of the oldest plantations in the south.
Once you arrive, hop aboard a tram for a guided ride through the expansive property, passing slave cabins, rice fields, and Audubon Swamp Gardens filled with wildlife such as alligators and herons. Delve into the rich history of this enduring plantation, surviving both the American Revolution and the Civil War.
Then, enjoy a guided walk through America’s last large-scale Romantic garden before enjoying time to explore the house itself.
Your tour ends with drop-off back at the original departure point.
Once you arrive, hop aboard a tram for a guided ride through the expansive property, passing slave cabins, rice fields, and Audubon Swamp Gardens filled with wildlife such as alligators and herons. Delve into the rich history of this enduring plantation, surviving both the American Revolution and the Civil War.
Then, enjoy a guided walk through America’s last large-scale Romantic garden before enjoying time to explore the house itself.
Your tour ends with drop-off back at the original departure point.
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Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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.
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- No pets. Service animals are allowed.
- Infants must sit on laps
- Dress code is casual
- Please Arrive 15-Minutes before departure time
- Most travelers can participate
- Moderate amount of walking is required, not suggested for those with limited mobility
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Joseph_L, Jul 2026
A good idea to bring bug spray, sun screen and water if it is warm out.
You essentially are in a tropical environment it will be hotter and more humid than you think.
Deana_G, Jul 2026
This was such a fantastic experience. Greg is a wonderful guide/narrator. Very friendly and knowledgeable. The plantation itself is beautiful and so interesting historically. Allen took us on a wonderful, informative tour of the house.
Tonda_R, Jul 2026
Great time. Hot and humid but had a great time. Wear good walking shoes and a hat and u will be good.
Becky_M, Jul 2026
The plantation grounds were beautiful. The house tour was very interesting. The staff was very knowledgable and kind.
Patricia_W, Jul 2026
Our driver and tour guide, Greg, was the best: extremely friendly and so knowledgeable! He was pointing out interesting places and facts about Charleston as we were driving through the city (churches, types of houses, the Palmetto Palms and the State Flag) on the way to the Magnolia Plantation. He then spent time preparing us for what to expect when we arrived, what we would see, and the timeframes for each tour. He made sure we were comfortable by pointing out where the restrooms were located and where we could purchase food and drink. We walked through gardens, around swamps and the Ashley River. Greg explained so many interesting facts that we would never have known if we simply drove ourselves and walked around the place. He pointed out wildlife as we walked (alligators, herons, egrets, turtles and anhinga). Thankfully we did not see any snakes! He even took the time to take our photo at the picturesque long white bridge (suitable for framing)! I highly recommend this tour. The bus ride was very comfortable, and the smaller group size was perfect.
Lindsay_M, Jul 2026
We had a great time on this tour. Greg was a wonderful guide who took care of us and made sure to add more history along the way.
Bruce_K, Jun 2026
During summer months be sure to bring water with you and wear good walking shoes. Our guide was fantastic, friendly and very knowledgable.
Donna_B, Jun 2026
The bus driver was very knowledgeable. He gave us a wealth of information. The garden was beautiful. The tram ride was so much fun. We saw alot of wildlife. The house was magnificent. I would definitely recommend.
Samantha_C, Jun 2026
It was a good tour exploring the plantation. Shawn did a great job explaining the history on the bus and on the property. It is beautiful. The trolley ride was amazing. We got to see many birds and gators. I would highly recommend this tour.
Mark_S, Jun 2026
Be prepared for walking on uneven surfaces and a few stairs. Very enjoyable tram tour with house and garden tour
Todd_K, Jun 2026
Shawn our guide was very good. Enjoyed the day. I have to leave 43 more characters to leave this review.
Chris_B, Jun 2026
Very good driver/guide. He explained everything well and gave us ample time in each segment of the tour.
Jaime_I, Jun 2026
Tour guide very knowledgeable and personable. Was attentive toward the group, and was able to keep us on schedule and answer any additional questions that came up from the group.
Vicky_H, May 2026
There was a lot of confusion on what tour bus to get on. Then there were issues with folks rushing to get in line that caused some anxiety. Once there it was beautiful but it was extremely hot and muggy. The gift shop was a bit high on pricing as was the beverages on site. We paid over $4 for a single bottle of water!
Gregory_R, May 2026
Such a great tour! Perfect length. Our guide (Shawn) was so informative and friendly. The gardens are stunning and we saw plenty of wildlife. We finished the whole tour right before a big storm came in. We had a great group too. Definitely book this one!
Sandy_C, May 2026
Great presentation and very comfortable transportation. It would have been nice if the plantation workers would have been acknowledged for their contributions especially since it was so dangerous harvesting rice in water occupied by dangerous animals. The workers homes didn’t have any posted information for visitors wishing to see where they lived. For the sake of historical integrity for future generations of visitors there really should be accurate information on display and at least one home should represent how life really was for the unfortunate slaves who occupied them. Without truthful knowledge of the past for future generations to learn from, especially in our political climate, the gate is left open for history to repeat itself.
Danny_C, May 2026
Tour guide Greg was outstanding in his knowledge and customer service. All of the other guides were excellent as well. The only negative to the tour was the trolley's propane gas fumes, made me somewhat nauseated!
Brenda_F, May 2026
The Magnolia Plantation was absolutely beautiful. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip there.
Our tour guide Shawn was amazing.
Sandra_S, May 2026
If you enjoy any bit of nature this is a lovely blend of flowers, gators and swamp. This will provide a real insight to how the land transformed with excellent stewardship.
Lynn_A, May 2026
The house tour and our driver were very interesting. The tram tour wasn't worth the time nor the wait as there wasn't much to see due to the time of year. All the staff were very nice. Also, we had a very rainy day, so we couldn't explore the grounds. With the weather conditions, the tour could have been shortened to just view the house tour and 15 minutes to see some of the gardens and grounds. We were there for at least 3.5 hours, which was way too long for what they offered this time of year and the weather conditions.
Debra_L, May 2026
Wonderful tour with Anderson, who was so knowledgeable, upbeat, and funny! The property has incredible grounds - the plantation home, wildlife/nature tram and gardens. Thoroughly enjoyed.
Jayne_W, Apr 2026
Alan our bus driver and everyone at the Plantation were so friendly and knowledgeable. All around great tour.
Bonnie_O, Apr 2026
This is a quiet way to spend a few hours enjoying nature. The gardens and property are lush and bustling with wildlife. The interpretive guide in the house was very good. Our driver and guide Lexi gave us an added bonus by taking us to the cabins. She was a wealth of historical information. It’s a good tour for adults. I don’t think young people or children would find it too exciting.
Mary_P, Apr 2026
Magnolia Plantation was a wonderful trip. The gardens were beautiful. The house was fascinating. A great experience.
Margaret_C, Apr 2026
I thoroughly enjoyed the visit and tour of the Magnolia plantation. The tram ride was informative. In addition, the new tram with the new audio was great. Beautiful landscape.
Nancy_H, Apr 2026
Perfect tour of the Magnolia Plantation if you don’t have a car. Shawn was great and knew a lot about the area and gardens. The tram tour and house tour were a plus so you go to see a lot of the plantation in a compact visit. Definitely recommend.
April_Y, Apr 2026
It was such a great experience. The driver was knowledgeable and kept us together. I met some great people. I would recommend this experience to anyone.
Amy_P, Apr 2026
The Magnolia plantation is absolutely breathtaking and the tour was perfect to include the history and details of the land and family. Such a great experience!
GerryAnne_B, Apr 2026
Great experience. If the weather is hot be prepared, about 45 minutes of walking. Sean the bus driver and guide for the walk was knowledgeable and nice.
Robin_B, Apr 2026
Beautiful gardens. Tour guide very nice did a wonderful job getting us to all of the activities on time.
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