Your visit to Boone Hall Plantation starts with transportation by climate-controlled bus from the Charleston Visitor Center. Your gate fee is included in the price of the tour.
Founded in 1681, Boone Hall was built when Englishman Major John Boone came to Charleston and established a home on the banks of Wampacheone Creek. When you arrive, your tour begins on the front porch with a 30-minute presentation by a knowledgeable guide in historical dress. You will be introduced to the history of Boone Hall and its evolution through a variety of owners since the 17th century.
Learn many facets of the plantation's history, and listen to a presentation called Slave Street, which provides a look at the living quarters, historical relics, and insight into the life of the slaves here. In addition, learn about Gullah culture, the language of the descendants of slaves who lived in the Lowcountry of Georgia and South Carolina. Boone Hall is the only plantation in the South Carolina Lowcountry to present a live presentation, in season, about this culture.
At the end of your journey, tour the garden to see antique roses that are more than 100 years old. Then head back to the bus for the return drive to Charleston.
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375 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
4 hours 30 minutes(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Drinks/snacks are available for purchase at Plantation
Not wheelchair accessible, but those with limited mobility are welcome if they can be assisted by a companion
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Nancy_G
We enjoyed our trip. Very interesting an edicational. Very beautiful grounds. We enjoyed the Gullah theatre a the slave quarters. Enjoyed.
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Posted On : 2024-05-12
Posted By : Judith_O
The guides were all knowledgeable and interesting. We saw the plantation house tour, the exploring the gullah culture and the farm and nature tour. I would recommend all three.
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Posted On : 2024-05-09
Posted By : Patricia_P
Sorry, I didn't get the name of our driver, but he was very knowledgeable and provided historical info. The plantation was very interesting. There is a lot to see but definitely see the Gullah presentation, the home tour and do the tram ride.
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Posted On : 2024-05-04
Posted By : Barbara_H
Benji was an excellent driver and gave us a wonderful overview of what to expect at the plantation. The tour of the lovely house and exquisite gardens was great! Be sure not to miss Miss Jackie’s presentation on Gullah culture- so informative!
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Posted On : 2024-05-02
Posted By : 251kenm
The grounds are beautiful with the tall oak trees lining the drive up to the house all with hanging moss. The gardens around the house were in full bloom. The house itself dates back to the early 1900’s so it is not the original.it is a private home and you can only see three rooms on the first floor. There is a Steinway piano in the living room that dates back to the late 1800’s. You can easily take an Uber to this location. They make it easy with a drop off and pick up station on the premises. The slave quarters and othe buildings go back to the period prior to the civil war
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Posted On : 2024-04-30
Posted By : Cynthia_M
Very interesting especially the Gullah story told by Miss Veronica . The plantation is beautiful. Our guide, Sean was very friendly and informative and helpful.
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Posted On : 2024-04-30
Posted By : Elvia_E
The Boone Hall Plantation is a good tour. The best part of the tour was the presentation of the gullah history. In my opinion, more time is needed to view the property. I was not able to get tractor ride , view the outside of the main home and other areas because of the short time spent. If I were to return I would take private transportation to the Plantation.
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Posted On : 2024-04-25
Posted By : Sandy_C
Our shuttle driver, Sean, was incredible. I felt like we were on a history tour instead of just having transportation to the Plantation! The plantation tour was also great and the cafe was also greatly! I highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-04-24
Posted By : Mary_C
Everything was so interesting. Loved learning about Gullah culture and the history of the Boone plantation. I will be back and bring my family.
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Posted On : 2024-04-21
Posted By : cwhittaker1219
loved the whole experience from the main house to the farm tour. the tour guides were very knowledgeable
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Posted On : 2024-04-20
