Boone Hall Plantation
Boone Hall Plantation
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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One of America's most photographed historical venues with true southern charm. Features world famous Avenue of Oaks, tractor tours across the entire property. Only live Gullah presentations in the area, Black History In America Exhibit, gardens that are a showcase of color, and a colonial revival style 1936 mansion. Special presentations now being offered daily include history talks, beehive demonstrations, horticulture, and more. Used in the filming of North and South, The Notebook, American Idol, and other Hollywood productions.
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- Sherpa415606 contributionsFun, exceptional and educational tourWe visited Boone in October and the weather was perfect. All of the people working as tour guides or information guides were helpful or entertaining. Great stories of the owners, slaves and history of the plantation. I would highly recommend seeing this plantation, the tours exceeded my expectations.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 3 October 2023
- Ethanphelps138 contributionsAwesome Experience forI enjoyed this more than I was bargaining for. My mind was blown at the amount of history and level of interaction that was included with the ticket. I honestly wish I would have made a whole day to spend here because I definitely ran out of time before I could see it all.Visited October 2023Travelled soloWritten 3 October 2023
- cdandoyGilbert, Arizona1,258 contributionsNiceEasy to locate and park. At the Hospitality Centre they give you a house tour time and a schedule of the day's events. Tour of house was nice and about 30 min. Right after we did the tractor farm tour then walked through the slave quarters. Listened to the Gullah presentation which was a bit of a let down after reading so many rave reviews. Map was easy to follow and a Cafe is available. Restrooms throughout.Visited October 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 4 October 2023
- Adele D1 contributionA trip back to the old southWhat a lovely way to spend the day while visiting Charleston. Quite a variety of things to see and do. Interesting talks and entertainment. Lovely house and gardens. A great depiction of plantation life then and now.Visited November 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 7 November 2023
- fabdogWilliamsburg, Virginia472 contributionsBeautiful placeWe cam first thing... very impressive driving down the oak avenue. At the visitor center they'll assign you a house tour and recommend timing to see a number of the scheduled activities going on. We had an excellent overview of the history and the previous owners, house tour, on to the waiting tractor tour of the site, going thru the various slave cabins and the Gullah culture presentation, all were excellent. Really enjoyed our visit hereVisited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 November 2023
- betsnowTucson, Arizona2,112 contributionsEnriching experienceWonderful visit to this, still working, farm and plantation. The grounds are beautiful, particularly the oak lined drive that you travel to get to the main area. We did the stable, house and grounds tours. All guides were very engaging. Such rich history, and grateful that the private owner continues to open her property up for us all to enjoy and learn! We did the AAA tickets which were incredibly reasonable @25 each.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 6 December 2023
- courtney r15 contributionsVery affordable. Family funThe experience at Boone Hall wade top notch. We enjoyed all of the talks and the scenery was breath taking. The guides were very knowledgeable and it was cool to learn that it is a current working farm supplying grocery stores.Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 January 2024
- Mike M2 contributionsGreat Historical siteA great historical site. I was impressed with the enslaved people's quarters, and having something different to learn in each one. I really enjoyed the Gullah lady's singing and story-telling. Also, the tractor tour of the grounds was fun.Visited February 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 28 February 2024
- erica m3 contributionsFun fun fun!Strawberry festival was amazing! Loved all the shows and contests they had, enjoyed watching the dog show and pie eating contest. Only con about the festival was how they charge $1-$3 to use my card to buy food and drinks, and even to play games.Visited April 2024Travelled with familyWritten 7 April 2024
- Robin KLake George Region, New York14 contributionsSpend a morning at Boone Hall Plantation!Very interesting plantation tour with a lot of history. The tour schedule is well organized - review the talk/tour schedule when you arrive and it is easy to line up the timing so that you are able to see everything. Definitely do NOT miss the Gullah Culture live presentation - it was our favorite. The grounds are beautifully maintained and the staff is knowledgeable and helpful.Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 15 May 2024
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Elizabeth K
San Jose, CA166 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Maybe it was because we didn’t get a chance to experience everything here, but I thought the offerings were a bit limited and the admission price a bit steep. Inclement weather kept us from the history talk and the Gullah presentation (and we were only in town for one day so could not return). Information in slave cabins was interesting but limited. House tour was especially disappointing: the house only dates to the 1930s and the furniture is from various eras. We only got to see about 5 rooms on the first floor and don’t you dare take pictures! Gift shop/cafe unremarkable. I don’t know what the other plantations in the area are like, but maybe explore other options.
Written 22 February 2020
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carolj524
Elmont, NY188 contributions
Jan 2020
On Saturday Jan. 4, Pat, Karen, and myself went to Boone Hall Plantation. It was so interesting. When we got there we were walking to the little houses and were told those little houses were slave homes that the slaves made. The bricks they made still has hand prints on them. Each house was small and had up to 3 families or more living in them. Each house told of the history of that house. There were pictures on the walls that gave a little story of some of the people. We then walked to the Dock House where there was a man that talked about his family, friends and the Gullah Culture. I'm sorry I didn't get his name. While he was talking there were families there that bring little children that are bored and start talking, crying, and just do not want to be there. It ruins what the gentleman is saying. He was very interesting what I did hear. After we left there we went to the Mansion. It was beautiful. Still was decorated for Christmas. When you walked in there was this huge Christmas tree. We were told to go to the library which was also decorated with 3 big Christmas trees, Nativity Sets and just wreath, and all over. Our tour guide was a really funny entertaining lady. Her name is Sue Tuttle. She made the tour so interesting. I wish we could have seen more of the house! After we left the house we were walking around. The carriage ride was cancelled because the roads were very muddy from the rain the night before. I really had a nice time at Boone Hall Plantation. I would go back again just to see what I missed. I would recommend this place to any one that likes history.
Written 7 January 2020
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Clucksy
Alloa, UK89 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
The slave huts and gullah talk were fascinating. Beautiful grounds to wander round but I'd skip the "house tour". None of the advertising mentions that the tour only covers 3 rooms and you can't take any photos. I understand why (family still live in the house) but it'd be nice to get a heads up! Also squeezing so many people into one group really spoilt the ability to actually see each room.
Tractor tour of the farm covers 20 mins, it is a working farm. Be warned, it's very bumpy and climbing onto the tractor can be difficult if you have any mobility problems.
There is a small cafe and gift shop but the cafe doesn't do much other than pre packed rolls and sandwiches. Gifts looked nice but there wasn't a lot there.
Tractor tour of the farm covers 20 mins, it is a working farm. Be warned, it's very bumpy and climbing onto the tractor can be difficult if you have any mobility problems.
There is a small cafe and gift shop but the cafe doesn't do much other than pre packed rolls and sandwiches. Gifts looked nice but there wasn't a lot there.
Written 10 January 2020
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courtney
Houston, TX8 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
The tree lined entry to the plantation are amazing. However the tour guide at the main house was rude & unprofessional to the group and incredibly insensitive to reasonable questions from a Black guest which was very uncomfortable. The host at the Guluh experience seemed more interested in trying for a stand-up comedy/singing career than presenting information about the slave experience which is what we were there for. The main house was built in the 1930’s and has very few original furniture pieces. I recommend people skip visiting this location and instead visit Monticello or sites in Louisiana or Tennessee to get a more realistic view of life at that time and the original homes.
Written 24 October 2021
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blackriverwoman
Virginia466 contributions
Dec 2022
have always wanted to see Boone hall since I was younger and was excited about finally being able to go there. going through the old oak canopy is like from a different time and place. my husband even said he felt like he had been there before when we were on the trolley driving through the fields. I felt like it was a bit expensive-$25/person sr. rate and almost $30 regular rate. If you go there, go immediately to book a time for the house tour. the man marking our map told us if we get lost that they will send the dogs after us. I felt a bit confused especially since I have African dna that the whole day would be like that to have a "slave experience". the man doing the house tour was also very rude and bizarre. he loudly told my husband that he couldn't see through his map to see the time for our tour and also kept asking an asian lady where she was from where she couldn't speak English well humiliating her and us in front of the group. we have been on many tours and his had to be the worst. he was like a stand up comedian bombing badly with loud, anxious, continuous "jokes". the man giving the trolley tour was excellent along with the man and woman giving the historical talks, the stable woman, and the Gullah woman. the push button narration and info in the slave cabins was also very informative. even though it was very cold, the staff still gave the outside talks and I was glad about that. something was going on with the staff that day and while I was waiting for my husband, they were talking loudly in the map building about somebody crying and saying bad things about each other. I don't like to be in a place where there is conflict. won't be going here again.
Written 23 December 2022
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Written 26 December 2022
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EricaWV
Charleston, SC153 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
Went to Fright Night and we had a blast. Lots of workers stationed around the venue making sure people aren’t cutting line etc. so that’s nice to see some order. Had 2 twelve year olds with me and they had a blast!!! I do not like they took away the option to buy tickets to individual events and you can only buy the Scare Pass…it is rather expensive. For 3 people, after taxes and online service fees it was nearly $120.
The houses were fun and scary…however the “Freak Show” house has areas where the walls are canvas and they are being supported by big metal poles with gravel and large rocks on the ground…Keep in mind there are strobe lights, actors and other people…My daughter ran into one of the metal poles. It broke her glasses, made her eye bleed and she has a black eye. So I would suggest not using that construction in the future especially in areas where it’s hard to see. My other kid slid on the gravel and fell. Her pants were tore open and her knees were bloody. Did not have these issues in the “Lodge” as it is better constructed.
However, overall we had a lot of fun, even though we left with black eyes and bloody knees.
The houses were fun and scary…however the “Freak Show” house has areas where the walls are canvas and they are being supported by big metal poles with gravel and large rocks on the ground…Keep in mind there are strobe lights, actors and other people…My daughter ran into one of the metal poles. It broke her glasses, made her eye bleed and she has a black eye. So I would suggest not using that construction in the future especially in areas where it’s hard to see. My other kid slid on the gravel and fell. Her pants were tore open and her knees were bloody. Did not have these issues in the “Lodge” as it is better constructed.
However, overall we had a lot of fun, even though we left with black eyes and bloody knees.
Written 25 October 2022
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Ken U
Mechanicsburg, PA60 contributions
Jan 2020
This was our 2nd year at the oyster festival. It's an opportunity for my wife to meet up and spend a couple days with her best friend. Furthermore, we enjoy the company of the entire group that meets up for the long weekend. This year there were 16 of us. Different from last year security was definitely tighter but it did not dampen our day. In fact we couldn't ask for a nicer day weather wise, We purchased the VIP tickets which included all you can eat steamed oysters, drinks which included a variety of wines, beers and soft drinks, and a smorgasbord of food. Besides the group as entertainment there was a band that played during the festival which was very good!
This festival gets packed! There is a reason for that, it's just a good time for all. There are multiple things to do besides eat and drink. You're able to take a walk around the plantation which we did last year. There is a lot of history on the plantation and it's all shared on placards throughout. The plantation is also very scenic. In the festival itself there are vendors who give out and sell a variety of food and merchandise. For those who wanted to be active outside of dancing and walking there was a hatchet throwing vendor.
As last year, we had a very fun time this year. The food was good, the beer was hoppy and the company we were with is considered family. For anyone who hasn't attended this festival I recommend it. This is an occasion my wife and I look forward to marking on our calendar!
This festival gets packed! There is a reason for that, it's just a good time for all. There are multiple things to do besides eat and drink. You're able to take a walk around the plantation which we did last year. There is a lot of history on the plantation and it's all shared on placards throughout. The plantation is also very scenic. In the festival itself there are vendors who give out and sell a variety of food and merchandise. For those who wanted to be active outside of dancing and walking there was a hatchet throwing vendor.
As last year, we had a very fun time this year. The food was good, the beer was hoppy and the company we were with is considered family. For anyone who hasn't attended this festival I recommend it. This is an occasion my wife and I look forward to marking on our calendar!
Written 12 February 2020
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kghudson
Houston, TX454 contributions
Dec 2021
We spent 4 hours here touring the home, grounds, exhibits, tractor ride, and presentations. The Gullah geechee presentation was outstanding - Jennafaye was fantastic and hung around to answer all our questions and talk about the sweetwater baskets and quilts she had made!! Bruce gave a super presentation on the plantation heritage and Earl was very good about plantation life, The diner and souvenir shop was nice and reasonable. Had pre-packaged chicken salad sandwiches and broccoli cheese soup that was tasty and hit the spot. Plenty of souvenirs and trinkets. We used Adventure Tour guides to get us here from the Visitors Center and that was easy to use. Would highly recommend this plantation to see. One price for all activities - not very crowded on a beautiful afternoon. Much learnings and history and perspective. Great spot and highly recommend.
Written 19 December 2021
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Jrballent
28 contributions
Sept 2023 • Family
We took our 3 year old grandson to the Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch Festival on the first weekend and he had a blast. We did the pumpkin patch tractor/train ride twice, two great slides, the petting zoo and face painting. We went in the morning the first Saturday and it was not too crowded. It can be a long walk from parking depending on the crowds but I highly recommend for young children.
Written 2 October 2023
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Ryden
Syracuse16 contributions
Nov 2020 • Couples
Pros
Slave cabins were educational and done well. Each cabin had a different theme and artifacts to view.
Reasonably priced and admission tickets you could purchase online.
Short drive from the city center of Charleston.
Cons
The upstairs of the house is not available for viewing. A portion of the downstairs was open for viewing but you could not physically go into the rooms you had to look in from the hall. The room in the back of the house was completely blocked off from viewing.
There was quite a few people setting up holiday decor, poinsettias etc. for an event during the tour. It was distracting and some of them made us feel like we were in their way. I would recommend setup to be done after tours were completed.
Slave cabins were educational and done well. Each cabin had a different theme and artifacts to view.
Reasonably priced and admission tickets you could purchase online.
Short drive from the city center of Charleston.
Cons
The upstairs of the house is not available for viewing. A portion of the downstairs was open for viewing but you could not physically go into the rooms you had to look in from the hall. The room in the back of the house was completely blocked off from viewing.
There was quite a few people setting up holiday decor, poinsettias etc. for an event during the tour. It was distracting and some of them made us feel like we were in their way. I would recommend setup to be done after tours were completed.
Written 19 December 2020
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We are only going to be driving through South Carolina. But I wanted to go and see this plantation with the beautiful Oak Trees. If we have to pay $90 to see the oaks and a few items, I can't do this. I only have an hour that we can be in this area. Is it possible to see the Oaks and house from the gate for a picture? We have 20 days to go to 21 states. If I won't be able to see the beautiful Oaks then I will head on over to Wilmington which is where I need to be on August 23rd. But I did want to drive to Boone Hall and experience these beautiful Oaks if it would be possible.
Written 26 July 2024
About what does it cost to take a Taxi from Charleston Historic District to Boone Hall
Written 21 May 2021
We booked a tour and it was lovely. It included transportation and tickets. Due to covid Taxis and Ubers were hard to find in April. I suggest this option. Way easier and you wont get stranded.
Written 9 June 2021
Approximately how much time is needed to enjoy all of the activities here?
Written 4 April 2021
The house itself, although beautiful, takes a very short time to see. You can't go up to the second floor (not sure the reason why) and the back room on the first floor called the 'man cave' you are not allowed to go in anymore after the whole COVID phenomena. What takes like about an hour is the wagon ride outside across the property. It is actually very informative. Then you can walk along one side of the property where the old slave quarters are situated, which shouldn't take you that long, unless you decide to stop at the last one at the end to listen to a small presentation about the set culture an customs of the slaves. Unfortunately, I personally lost interest after a few minutes watching the presenter wearing a plastic face shield on stage and wearing time-era attire. Because of it, you kind of lose the momentum.
Written 16 April 2021
Is Boone Hall open on Thanksgiving Day, with tours and presentations going on as well?
Written 11 October 2020
I seem to remember they are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Written 24 October 2020
Hallo Thomas,
kann man die Eintrittskarten vorort kaufen und wie sind die Parkmöglichkeiten mit dem Auto ?
Für deine Antwort vielen Dank.
Gruß Werner
Written 29 February 2020
You are required to purchase the tickets before you enter the plantation at the ticket booth. The Row of Oaks begins soon after you pass that ticket booth. There is no additional fees to see all attractions.
Written 2 May 2019
What about parking & is indoor photography permitted?
Written 12 April 2019
Lots of paid parking available on site but no indoor photography allowed.
Written 10 May 2019
I will be in Charleston for a week in April without a car. Are there any tours from Charleston to Boone Hall Plantation?
Written 20 January 2019
If there are no tours just take an Uber. Uber is very popular in Charleston and you will have no trouble getting one. Make sure you do the Horst and buggy in Charleston. Very informative. Enjoy!
Written 4 February 2019
HI, I'd like to know, is Ed Hansen, mentioned in the Tripadvisor comment, a Boone hall guide or is he a private guide who accompanies tours from Charleston?
Thanks,
Astrid
Written 1 September 2018
He did our tour. I believe that he is a Boone Hall guide.
Written 1 September 2018
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