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    Explore Charleston Harbor & Magnolia Plantation Combo

    Cruise Charleston Harbor, then tour Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

    4.7 stars• 7.2K reviews

    Duration

    4.5 Hours

    Includes

    Transport, gate fees, tours

    Highlights

    See Charleston from the water and on land with a harbor cruise aboard the 80-foot Carolina Belle plus a guided visit to Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. Hear local stories, spot historic landmarks, and explore gardens and plantation history.

    • Cruise Charleston Harbor and hear narrated local stories
    • See over 75 landmarks, including Fort Sumter
    • Tour Magnolia Plantation and Gardens on a guided half-day trip
    • Walk through America’s last large scale Romantic Garden
    • Ride a narrated tram past slave cabins, swamps, and rice fields
    • Tour the Magnolia Plantation Home on the Ashley River

    What's Included

    • Round trip transportation in climate controlled buses
    • All gate fees
    • 45 minute narrated tram ride
    • 30 minute tour of the Magnolia Plantation Home
    • Guided garden walk

    Things to know

    No food or drinks are allowed. You must reserve a Charleston Harbor Tour time separately; schedules change seasonally and are based on availability.

    Cancellation Policy

    Non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled. Activity takes place rain or shine; the operator may cancel due to severe weather, mechanical breakdown, or lack of participation. If the operator cancels, your event will be rescheduled or ticket refunded.

    Product ID: 8JW5Y5

    FAQs

    Yes. After you book the combo, you still need to reserve a specific Charleston Harbor Tour departure time. The schedule changes seasonally and times are subject to availability.

    No. Do not bring food or drinks.

    Dress according to the weather.

    Meeting details

    Charleston, SC

    Experience provided by Adventure Sightseeing

    Related locations

    Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

    Admission included

    Few places in the American South stir the senses quite like Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. Winding paths lead you past centuries-old camellias and blazing azaleas reflected in still black water, while Spanish moss drifts overhead in the warm Charleston air. Set along the Ashley River, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens has welcomed visitors since the 1870s, making it one of the oldest public gardens in the country. The estate rewards slow exploration, revealing something new around every bend.

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    Adult

    $130.80

    Ages 12 and older

    0

    Child

    $70.85

    Ages 4-11

    0

    Infant - GYG

    $0

    GYG API

    0

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    Review summary

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    Excellent
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    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    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.

    Photo of Eugene Graziano

    Eugene Graziano

    September 2, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    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.

    Photo of Eugene Graziano

    Eugene Graziano

    September 2, 2026

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