Twilight Tour
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels as the walk is on gentle terrain with slow pacing.
Overview
Discover the magic of Drayton Hall at sunset with the exclusive Twilight Tour. Enjoy a private guided walk through the historic grounds as daylight fades and charming evening light transforms this remarkable estate.
Twilight Tour
Call to Book! • 1 Hour • 6 Person Minimum
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About This Adventure
Explore the Grounds to the Fullest!
Duration
1 Hour
Rates
Private Tours: $100 per person
About
This private one-of-a-kind experience invites your group to gather at twilight in the magnificent Lenhardt Garden at Drayton Hall, where you will meet your guide and proceed to the main house to tour Drayton Hall by candlelight. Drayton Hall, the earliest Palladian residence in America and oldest unrestored plantation house in the United States, has never been modernized. A twilight tour allows your guests a singular and extraordinary opportunity to experience Drayton Hall as it has been at night for three centuries; seen only by flickering candlelight.
- 1 hour private guided tour of Drayton Hall by candlelight for up to six people
- Exclusive access to the property after open hours
- Available Wednesday through Sunday beginning at twilight
Please Note: Reservations must be made two weeks in advance. Please contact EHendrix@Draytonhall.org by email to inquire about your preferred date or call a Group Tour Coordinator at: 1-843-769-2627.
Adventure Tips
Bring Layers for Changing Temperatures
Evenings can be cool especially after sunset, so dress in layers to stay comfortable throughout the tour.
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
The tour involves walking over uneven plantation grounds; supportive footwear will help you enjoy the experience fully.
Carry a Flashlight or Headlamp
A small flashlight helps navigate dimmer areas safely without disturbing the natural ambiance.
Respect Wildlife and Historic Structures
Keep noise to a minimum and avoid touching any artifacts or plants to preserve the site and its inhabitants.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Eastern box turtles
- Barred owls
History
Drayton Hall is one of the only plantation houses in the United States still open to the public that retains both its original materials and unfinished state.
Conservation
The Drayton Hall Preservation Trust carefully manages the estate to protect its historic structures and surrounding ecosystem while promoting sustainable tourism.
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Recommended Gear
Layered Clothing
Allows you to adjust comfort as temperatures drop during the tour.
fall specific
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Provides support and protection on uneven terrain.
Insect Repellent
Helps keep mosquitoes and bugs at bay during warm-weather tours.
summer specific
Portable Flashlight or Headlamp
Ensures safe navigation as twilight progresses into night.