Charleston Plantation Tour at Middleton Place 3 hr
Explore Charleston's history with a 3-hour guided tour of Middleton Place Plantation, featuring America's first formal gardens and authentic historic sites.
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Important Information
- • Tour operates rain or shine
- • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- • Infants can ride in a stroller
- • Infants must sit on an adult's lap
- • Suitable for all fitness levels
Experience the charm and history of Charleston with a guided tour of Middleton Place Plantation. Begin your journey in America's first formal gardens, designed in the style of Versailles, where the Middleton family began their legacy in 1741. As you wander through these historic grounds, learn about the pivotal role the plantation played in the cultivation of rice, cotton, and indigo. Visit the authentic plantation home, a testament to the lives of some of America's early settlers, including Henry Middleton, a key figure in the First Continental Congress. Conclude your tour at the stable yard, where craftsmen in period attire demonstrate traditional skills. This immersive experience offers a unique glimpse into Charleston's storied past. Book now to explore the most authentic plantation in the area.
Pros
- Explore America's first formal gardens
- Discover Charleston's rich history
- Learn about rice, cotton, and indigo
- Visit the authentic plantation home
- Experience live demonstrations by craftsmen
Includes
- Hotel pickup
- Guided tour of the plantation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Excludes
- Admission fee to the plantation
- Admission to plantation home $47
Tour Highlights
- • Explore America's first formal gardens
- • Discover Charleston's rich history
- • Learn about rice, cotton, and indigo
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