Historic Boone Hall Plantation Tour by Exclusively Charleston

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

3 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for visitors with average fitness; mainly walking on flat or gently rolling terrain

Overview

Step into history with Exclusively Charleston’s Boone Hall Plantation Tour, where original slave cabins and iconic film locations tell stories of culture and cinema. Discover the Gullah heritage and cinematic landscapes that make this 3-hour tour unique.

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

Historic Plantation Tour - Boone Hall Plantation

Starting at $125 per Hour • 3 Hours

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Date

Fri, Oct 24

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Adventure Photos

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About This Adventure

Experience the rich history of Boone Hall Plantation, where you can explore original slave cabins and learn about Gullah culture from local historians. Tour the stunning grounds that inspired Hollywood classics like "Gone With The Wind" and "The Notebook," making this a unique journey through time and storytelling.

Rates

All tours are $125/hour plus any additional fees and admissions (except the Christmas Tour and the Culinary Tour). If your party is larger than 6 people, please call.

Duration

3 Hour Tour

About

Boone Hall Plantation is located in Mt. Pleasant on Horlbeck Creek. Nine of the original 27 slave cabins, with exhibits in each, are available for touring. The "Gullah" (African American) culture of plantation life is presented by local historians. The original house was replaced in 1936 by a Canadian Ambassador and is also open for touring. Hollywood visited this plantation in 1939 and sketched the Avenue of Oaks for Ashley Wilkes Plantation, known as Twelve Oaks in "Gone With The Wind." The plantation was also used in the filming of "Queen," the mini series "North and South" and "The Notebook."

Adventure Tips

Book in advance

Tours fill up quickly, especially during peak tourist seasons—reserve ahead to secure your spot.

Wear comfortable walking shoes

The plantation covers expansive grounds including uneven terrain around historic cabins and oak-lined pathways.

Bring water and sun protection

Tours take place mostly outdoors, so hydration and sunscreen are important, especially in summer months.

Respect the historic sites

Please refrain from climbing on or touching delicate structures, particularly the original slave cabins.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Great blue heron commonly seen near Horlbeck Creek
Eastern box turtles among the oak leaf litter

History

Boone Hall Plantation is one of America’s oldest working plantations, continuously cultivated for over 320 years, preserving significant African American history and architectural heritage.

Conservation

Efforts to maintain the grounds include sustainable landscaping and preservation programs that protect both historic structures and native species habitats.