Experience the beauty and history of Drayton Hall Plantation with Chicora Tours. Explore the oldest and most authentic plantation house in Charleston and discover its architectural wonders.
- Drayton Hall - Constructed in 1738, Drayton Hall is situated along the Ashley River and stands as a prime and exceptionally well-maintained instance of Georgian-Palladian architecture in the United States.\nVisitors at Drayton Hall will be engaged in a sixty-minute guided tour of the house, conducted by a well-trained historical guide. This tour will lead visitors through the ground level and basement of the residence, delving into the rich history of Drayton Hall and the experiences of those who worked and dwelled on the estate. Attendees will have the chance to wander the estate’s landscapes and exhibition spaces, encountering a range of important historical elements from Drayton Hall’s legacy, including furnishings, artworks, manuscripts, and horticultural plantings derived from the Drayton family’s records.\nFollowing the tour, visitors will be given the chance to pose questions to the guide regarding Drayton Hall’s historical narrative. The entire excursion lasts for 3.5 hours, which includes a cumulative hour of travel time to and from Drayton Hall, starting and concluding at the Charleston Visitors Center.
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
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.
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