
Drayton Hall Plantation Tour
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Is Drayton Hall Plantation Tour worth booking?
Drayton Hall Plantation Tour is a 3.5-hour experience in Charleston, United States, from $110 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (10)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $110 per person
Chicora Tours is the only tour company in Charleston that provides this experience of Drayton Hall Plantation. We take pride in being able to show our guests the oldest and most authentic plantation house in Charleston.
What you get
About this experience
Chicora Tours is the only tour company in Charleston that provides this experience of Drayton Hall Plantation. We take pride in being able to show our guests the oldest and most authentic plantation house in Charleston. Drayton Hall is one of the most beautiful, historic and aesthetically pleasing places in the entire Charleston area. Whether you are a history buff, a photographer or an architectural enthusiast, Drayton Hall has something to offer anybody who can appreciate one of the most astounding sites in Charleston.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What you'll see and do
Drayton Hall
Built in 1738, Drayton Hall plantation is located on the Ashley River. It is one of the best and most preserved examples of Georgian-Palladian architecture in the United States. While at Drayton Hall, guests will participate in a one-hour guided house tour led by a professionally trained historic interpreter. The tour will take guests through the main floor of the house as well as the cellar, all while exploring the history of Drayton Hall and those who labored and lived on the property. Guests will explore the grounds and galleries and see a variety of significant and historical aspects of Drayton Hall’s past such as furniture, artwork, manuscripts and botanical plantings based on Drayton family documents. Guests will have the opportunity to ask the interpreter any questions designated to the history of Drayton Hall after the tour. The tour is 3.5 hours with 1 total hour of travel time from the Charleston Visitors Center to Drayton Hall and back after the tour ends.
210 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Charleston
Please meet us at the Bus Shed Terminal side of the Charleston Visitors Center at 375 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401. The Bus Shed Terminal is located right outside the Charleston Visitors gift shop and where all the tour busses are parked.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please meet us at the Bus Shed Terminal side of the Charleston Visitors Center at 375 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401. The Bus Shed Terminal is located right outside the Charleston Visitors gift shop and where all the tour busses are parked.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Chicora Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Drayton Hall Plantation Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A Fascinating History Lesson
Drayton Hall is a great place to visit and conveniently located just outside Charleston. It is a fairly well-preserved example of 18th-century Georgian-Palladian architecture set along the Ashley River. Built in the mid-1700s for John Drayton, it’s one of the few plantation homes to survive the Revolutionary and Civil Wars intact. Unlike many other historic homes, Drayton Hall has been preserved rather than restored. That means that the house is completely unfurnished — no furniture, paintings, or décor. You'll see where all residents of the plantation lived and worked. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging, sharing fascinating stories about the Drayton family, the architecture, and the enslaved people who lived and worked on the property. The tour offered both historical insight and thoughtful reflection. Drayton Hall is easy to reach from Charleston and well worth the short drive. If you love history, architecture, or simply want to experience a preserved piece of America’s past, this is a must-visit. However, be careful about the alligators!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review. I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Drayton Hall and appreciated both the historical preservation and the depth of insight offered during the tour. It is truly one of Charleston’s most remarkable and authentic sites, and your description captures its unique charm perfectly. We are thrilled that your guide helped bring the history, architecture, and stories of the people who lived there to life. Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour the next time you are in Charleston. Warm regards, Nick Owner, Chicora Tours
via Tripadvisor
W.J. Queen was our tour...
W.J. Queen was our tour guide and he was super knowledgeable. He was able to answer question from multiple people. Great tour!
Response from the operator: Thank you for the review! I’m happy to hear that you enjoyed your time at Drayton Hall . We hope to serve you again!
via Viator
Drayton Hall Plantation Tour - worth the trip
The Drayton Hall Plantation was a very worthwhile tour to learn about plantation life before and after the civil war. The home has been left in its original condition. There are many architectural features that are worth noting. The family was quite wealthy and spared no expense in many areas of the home. There are several out buildings on the property and a gift shop with a nice array of items for sale.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the review! Drayton Hall is certainly an incredible and very historically preserved Plantation here in Charleston. I’m happy to hear that you enjoyed your time there.
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful Plantation and Very Professional Company. Worth the Price!
My wife and I booked two tours with Chicora Tours during our time in Charleston. The Drayton Hall Tour and the Middleton Place Tour. Both were great, offered different experiences. I really enjoyed Drayton Hall. It was so beautiful and historically preserved. The grounds were well taken care, the staff there was highly knowledgable and it is a very peaceful place. Booking through Chicora Tours was convenient because they provide transportation to and from Charleston. I was told getting an Uber or Lyft back from the plantations was hard. I'm glad I didn't! I checked my phone and it said there were no drivers in the area... Our guide Nick also showed us around the grounds of Drayton Hall before our house tour and even showed us some of Downtown Charleston on our return back to the city. It was a pleasant surprise! I highly recommend Chicora Tours you will not be disappointed.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the review! We greatly appreciate your business and the fact that you had an enjoying time at Drayton Hall . I hope to serve you again!
via Tripadvisor
Very interesting and beautiful to see. Thought provoking history up close and personal
Touring the home. Architecture was just amazing. I like that it was all left as is and not recreated
Response from the operator: Michele, I’m glad you found the architecture at Drayton Hall so unique. It truly is a fantastic place! We hope to serve you again!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Drayton Hall Plantation Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Charleston.
How much does Drayton Hall Plantation Tour cost?
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Prices start at $110 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Charleston usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Drayton Hall Plantation Tour take?
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Plan for about 3.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Charleston is not rushed.
Is Drayton Hall Plantation Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Charleston, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Drayton Hall Plantation Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Drayton Hall Plantation Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Drayton Hall Plantation Tour?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Charleston can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Charleston and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Drayton Hall Plantation Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Charleston within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Charleston?
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Charleston's best experiences are small: house museum tours with an architectural historian, Gullah heritage walks, harbour sails at sunset and Lowcountry food crawls through the market district. Plantation day trips vary enormously in how honestly they handle the history, and our ranking factors that in directly. On Outty we rank every Charleston experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour, Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel, Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Charleston?
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March to May and September to November, the two mild shoulder windows. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Charleston?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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