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Day at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

4.7(81)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 81 reviews6 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Chicora Tours
Chicora Tours' owners Nick and Darian at Magnolia Plantation.

About this activity

Join Chicora Tours for a complete Magnolia Plantation experience with round-trip transportation from the Charleston Visitor Center (9:30 AM–approximately 4:00 PM) in a comfortable Ford Transit passenger van. Groups are capped at 12 guests for a more personal experience.

The day includes time to explore the grounds and purchase lunch or snacks, plus three guided experiences: the Nature Train Tour, the House Tour, and the Slavery to Freedom Tour. Tour times may vary by day, but guests will have time to enjoy all three.

Please arrive by 10:15 AM for parking and restrooms. Seating is first-come, first-served. Magnolia Plantation’s professional guides lead the tours. Free time is included for the gift shop and gardens.

This tour may include guests traveling to separate plantations; this will not affect your experience.

*Please note: This does NOT include a private tour guide for the day.

What's included

  • ✓A guided Slavery to Freedom Tour
  • ✓Access to Magnolia Plantation's gardens, grounds and gift shop.
  • ✓All Fees and Taxes
  • ✓A guided nature train tour
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓A guided Magnolia Plantation house tour
  • ✓A scenic drive from Charleston to Magnolia Plantation through former rice country.

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

  • The Charleston Visitors Center is located at 375 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC. There is paid parking onsite and paid parking garages in walking distance. We pick-up all guests on the bus shed side of the Charleston Visitors Center where all the tour busses are located.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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