See Magnolia Plantation plus a 90-minute narrated Charleston city bus tour
90 Minutes
Bus tours, Gate fees, Tram tour
Explore Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, then return for a 90-minute narrated Charleston city bus tour. Ride in climate-controlled buses with gate fees included.
Gratuities are not included. Food and drinks are not allowed on the bus, and the bus cannot accommodate wheelchairs.
Non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled. Activity takes place rain or shine. Operator may cancel due to severe weather, mechanical breakdown, or lack of participation; if they cancel, your event will be rescheduled or your ticket refunded.
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Arrive 15 minutes early. The bus leaves right on time.
No. Food and drinks are not allowed on the bus. Lunch is available for purchase at Magnolia Plantation.
No. The bus cannot accommodate wheelchairs. If you have limited mobility, you can ride if a companion can assist you.
Charleston, SC
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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