Pair Charleston's historic sights with Boone Hall's house, gardens, and grounds
4.5 hours
Round-trip transport, gate fees
Explore Charleston history by bus, then visit Boone Hall Plantation's house, gardens, and preserved quarters. See historic city landmarks alongside one of America's oldest working plantations.
Tickets are nonrefundable. Reschedule at least 24 hours in advance, subject to availability. The activity runs rain or shine. If the operator cancels due to severe weather, mechanical breakdown, or low participation, your ticket will be rescheduled or refunded.
Product ID: NNF6RT
Book in advance when you can. Tours often sell out, and advance purchase is recommended to get the day and time you prefer.
Dress for the day’s weather.
No. Food and drinks are not allowed on the bus. Lunch is available for purchase at Boone Hall Plantation.
Charleston Visitor's Center, 375 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403
Step inside the thick tabby walls of the Powder Magazine Museum and you are standing in the oldest public building in the Carolinas. Built around 1713 to store gunpowder for the colony's defense, the squat, vaulted structure on Cumberland Street feels remarkably unchanged. The Powder Magazine Museum holds a focused collection of colonial-era artifacts, period weapons, and interpretive displays that bring early Charleston to life in a space that most visitors walk past without realizing its age.
The guides here are the real highlight. Names like Anderson, Greg, and Allen come up repeatedly, each praised for deep knowledge of Charleston history and a genuine enthusiasm for sharing it. Greg in particular gets shoutouts for his work on the Magnolia Plantation route, while Allen earns high marks for both his historical expertise and sense of humor. Several reviewers noted their drivers grew up in the area, which brings an authenticity to the commentary that's hard to replicate. One traveler flagged that the bus seating can feel cramped and the loading area signage isn't the most obvious, so it's worth arriving early and asking staff where to board. That said, the coaches are reported as clean and tours run on time. With a strong rating across thousands of reviews, this is a well-established option for exploring the Charleston area, and many guests say they'd book again on their next visit south.
Our tour guy (Greg) went above and beyond our expectations for the tour of Magnolia Plantation. He was very knowledgeable of Magnolia Plantation and its fascinating history. I would definitely do future tours with Greg.
Eugene Graziano
September 2, 2026
Our tour guy (Greg) went above and beyond our expectations for the tour of Magnolia Plantation. He was very knowledgeable of Magnolia Plantation and its fascinating history. I would definitely do future tours with Greg.
Eugene Graziano
September 2, 2026
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