Is transportation included in the Boonehall Plantation’s Gullah Experience?

Yes, hotel pickup and transportation to and from Boone Hall Plantation are included in the half-day excursion.

How long is the Gullah Experience tour?

The tour lasts approximately 3 to 4 hours, including walking, guided narration, and the live theatre performance.

Are the slave cabins original to the plantation?

Yes, the cabins on the site are original structures built by the enslaved people and are preserved to provide authentic historical context.

Is this tour suitable for children?

The tour can be suitable for older children but may include sensitive content best appreciated by teens and adults.

Are restrooms available on-site?

Restroom facilities are available near the plantation house and main visitor areas before and after the walking portion.

What should I wear for the tour?

Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing; layers and sun protection are recommended depending on the season.

Gullah Heritage Walk with Lowcountry History Strolls | Guided Tour | History Tour

Boone Hall Plantation, located just outside Charleston, South Carolina, offers visitors a deep dive into one of the nation’s most complex and compelling historical narratives. Lowcountry History Strolls. LLC presents the Boonehall Plantation’s Gullah Experience, a half-day journey that confronts the legacy of a working plantation while honoring the lives and stories of the enslaved people who shaped the region.

The trip begins beneath the towering oaks of Boone Hall’s iconic allée, where the plantation’s brick-making history comes alive—this very site contributed material for many of Charleston’s buildings. But the real heart of the excursion lies beyond the grand house, among original slave cabins preserved on site. These weathered structures frame a sobering encounter with the lived experience of the enslaved community, underscored by guided narration that brings historical detail and personal accounts to the foreground.

The tour culminates in a powerful live Gullah theatre performance, a vivid cultural expression that carries on the language, music, and storytelling traditions of the enslaved African Americans in the Lowcountry. This immersive presentation adds emotional resonance and cultural context, making the experience much more than a typical historical tour.

Lowcountry History Strolls stands out in the Charleston outdoor adventure landscape by combining history, culture, and guided walking with the practical ease of transportation included. It's a learning experience rooted in place, making it an essential stop for travelers interested in understanding Charleston’s full story—both the beauty and the enduring truths.

This experience is more than a visit; it’s an invitation to engage thoughtfully with the past in a way that informs how we experience the present Lowcountry environment.

About Lowcountry History Strolls. LLC

Lowcountry History Strolls, LLC is a Charleston, South Carolina-based tour company specializing in guided and curated historical experiences across the city's historic districts and nearby plantations. The company offers a range of walking tours, video tours, and half-day excursions that explore colonial history, Gullah culture, cinematic landmarks, and the planter elite of the Lowcountry. Offerings include the Colonial Charleston Christmas Stroll, Historic South of Broad Stroll, Pretty in Pastel with a custom hat experience, The Notebook Tour, Boone Hall Plantation’s Gullah Experience, Middleton Place Life of the English Country Gentleman tour, The Liberty Trail and Hopsewee, Curated Tours, and a 20-minute Walled City of Charleston video tour.

Tours are available daily with specific scheduled departures such as the Colonial Charleston Christmas Stroll at 3:30 PM, and many private or customizable options for groups, couples, and film-location enthusiasts. Transportation and guided narration are included on select half-day excursions like Boone Hall Plantation visits. The business emphasizes factual storytelling, local insight, and historically respectful interpretation of sensitive subjects such as slavery and Gullah heritage.

Guides are presented as knowledgeable local interpreters familiar with Charleston architecture, rice plantation history, and community traditions. Booking is handled by phone for customized tours and online for scheduled experiences. Lowcountry History Strolls, LLC works with plantation sites and local partners to ensure accurate access and authentic presentations, making it a reliable choice for visitors seeking guided historical and cultural tours in Charleston. Public health and safety protocols are observed when required by venues and partners and regulations.