Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation from Charleston
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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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.
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
Moderate amount of walking is required, not suggested for those with limited mobility
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure 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.
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
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
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Magnolia Plantation Tour
Charleston, South Carolina: Guided Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Round-Trip Transport from Charleston, South Carolina.
Reviews
835 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was a great tour....
Tracy S,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great tour. Anderson was great. Very personable. We enjoyed looking at the ground. Beautiful
Definitely enjoyed. I...
Tracy S,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Definitely enjoyed. I would recommend. There was a wealth of information and the ground are very pretty
January on The Plantation
Cristina S,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The mansion is beautiful, the gardens romantic; the Slave to freedom tour was powerful. Anderson- the guide, was friendly and fun.
Not much to see in the house
jwcmmc,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The house is impressive from the outside and the wrap around porch is so beautiful. But the inside is small and you really don't get to see that much. I was hoping to see the kitchen but all they take you to is a couple sitting rooms and bedrooms; oh and we did see 1 roped off bathroom. The grounds are gorgeous and huge. The snack shop wasn't very good. I had a chicken salad sandwich that I tossed after one bite. My husband had a pulled pork sandwich that he ate only because he was starving. This is the only plantation we had time to visit but I know there are others. I would pass on this one though.
Our experience at the...
Charles B,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Our experience at the Magnolia Plantation was average. The gardens and swamp areas were beautiful and the highlight of the tour. The nature train ride and tour of the house were interesting, but nothing that left us with a “wow” feeling. Our tour bus guide was nice and friendly. He crammed in way too much information about South Carolina and the plantation on our 30 min ride out. It was just too much information to absorb. We got overwhelmed. I think being more selective in the information communicated on the way out to the plantation would be much better.
Touching History
Cecile P,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful visit! The grounds are beautiful and meticulously maintained. Our guides were equally as good and very knowledgeable! Don’t pass up the opportunity to touch history!
The house was closed for a private event, and we werent notified beforehand. Don't recommend this one.
993lorin,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00One of the primary reasons you visit a plantation, is to tour the house. Not only was the house closed, so we could only see the grounds, but we were told the slave quarters tour was optional and we'd either be returned to downtown at 1 or 2. It wasn't optional, and we had booked a walking tour for 2. Thankfully our driver was very quick to get us back in time, but we nearly missed it. Really poor communication with this plantation. I'd recommend going to a different one.
Good Choice for Plantation Tour
Roger W,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour of the plantation in the tram was informative. The house tour was very interesting. Our driver, Allen, did a good job of warming us up on the way there. It was a very cold day, so it wasn’t good to walk around the grounds, which would have elevated the experience.
Worthwhile tour in Charleston
Esther A,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a well run and interesting tour. We enjoyed the different parts - touring the house, the gardens and the slave quarters. The tour guides did a great job.
Beautiful and Great History Lesson
pjag19,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did mansion and slave tours only due to time we had. They were both very well done and interesting. We especially enjoyed the slave your presentation. Weather was cool and cloudy but didn’t stop us
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