Middleton Place Admission with Self Guided Tour and Lunch
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Charleston, USA
5 hours (approx.)
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Overview
Explore historic Middleton Place on this all-inclusive 5-hour excursion from downtown Charleston, SC. Home to two of America's Founding Fathers and boasting the oldest landscaped gardens in the country, Middleton Place is a must-see for those seeking to be immersed in American history and culture.
This exclusive tour includes round-trip transportation from Charleston aboard a luxury, air-conditioned motorcoach. Enjoy scenic views through the plantation's Gardens; a Narrated 45-min House Museum Tour; and self-guided tours through the Plantation Chapel, Butterfly Lakes, Plantation Stable Yards, Eliza's House, and the Museum Shop & Garden Market. Don't forget the Low Country lunch at Middleton Place Restaurant. Selection includes she crab soup, shrimp & grits, fried chicken, pulled pork, sides or a salad, and dessert. Guarantee your seat on this popular luxury tour to Middleton Place by booking today.
What's Included
- Narrated 45-minute House Museum Tour
- Three-course Low Country Lunch at Middleton Place Restaurant included
- Access to the Plantation Stable Yards featuring Water Buffalo, Gulf Coast Sheep, Guinea hogs, Dominique Chickens and Cashmere Goats
- Luxury transportation aboard an air-conditioned bus with included power outlets
- Access to the Museum Shop & Garden Market
- A short, introductory video at the beginning of your tour
- Middleton Place All-Access Admission & Guided Tour with Lunch from Charleston
- Self-Guided Tour of the Plantation Chapel
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Self-Guided Tour of the Gardens & Grounds
- Self-Guided Tour of Eliza's House
- Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase at Lunch)
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Meeting point
Meeting Street
Charleston, SC 29403, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Middleton Place
Two of America’s Founding Fathers called Middleton Place home: Henry Middleton, a president of the First Continental Congress, and son Arthur Middleton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Now a National Historic Landmark, it is home to America’s oldest landscaped gardens; a House Museum filled with Middleton possessions; Plantation Stable Yards with heritage breeds; and Eliza’s House, a freedman’s dwelling that serves as the centerpiece of Middleton Place’s interpretation of the lives of the enslaved people who built the property.Sit back and relax on a luxury, air-conditioned motorcoach as you enjoy a short video provided by the Middleton Place Foundation on your way to the plantation. Upon arrival to Middleton Place, you will have the opportunity to explore all of the historic sites on this 65-acre plantation such as the House Museum, Gardens, Plantation Chapel, Parterre, Plantation Stable Yards, and Eliza's House. Enjoy a three-course Low Country Lunch at the Middleton Place Restaurant during your visit. Inspired by the recipes and spirit of former resident chef and renowned southern chef Edna Lewis, The Middleton Place Restaurant offers traditional Low Country favorites made from fresh, local, organic ingredients, harvested from the on-site organic farm and gardens. Lunch options include she-crab soup, shrimp and grits, collard greens, and dessert. 9:15am Morning Departure Itinerary9:15am - Tours depart at 9:15am from the Charleston Visitor's Center10:00am - Arrival to Middleton Place, 30-minute Self-Guided Tour of the Gardens & Grounds10:30am - Narrated 45-minute House Museum Tour11:15am - Restroom break, Self-Guided Tours of Plantation Chapel, Parterre, and the Butterfly Lakes11:30am - Three-Course Low Country Lunch at the Middleton Place Restaurant 12:30pm - Self-Guided Tour of Eliza's House and the Plantation Stable Yards1:30pm - Return to parking adjacent to Museum Shop & Garden Market1:45pm - Departure from Middleton Place2:30pm - Approximate arrival to Charleston Visitor's Center12:15pm Afternoon Departure Itinerary12:15pm - Tours depart at 12:15pm from the Charleston Visitor's Center12:45pm - Arrival to Middleton Place, travelers head directly to Middleton Place Restaurant for Lunch1:00p - Three-Course Low Country Lunch at the Middleton Place Restaurant2:30pm - Narrated 45-minute House Museum Tour3:15pm - Self-Guided Tours of the Gardens, Plantation Chapel, Parterre, and the Butterfly Lakes3:45pm - Self-Guided Tour of Eliza's House and the Plantation Stable Yards 4:30pm - Return to parking adjacent to Museum Shop & Garden Market4:45pm - Departure from Middleton Place5:30pm - Approximate arrival to Charleston Visitor's Center
5 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Middleton Place Equestrian Center (Pass By)
Access to the Middleton Place Stable Yards featuring Water Buffalo, Gulf Coast Sheep, Guinea hogs, Dominique Chickens and Cashmere Goats
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens (Pass By)
Pass by entrance to Magnolia Plantation on way to Middleton Place.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please plan to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to your reserved departure time to allow for check-in and boarding.
- Guests will receive a guide and itinerary for their selected tour on the date of travel
- Guests are encouraged to follow the provided itinerary on their date of travel, however are free to explore the property as they please (NOTE: Lunch and House Museum Tour times are fixed times and cannot be rescheduled)
- A moderate amount of walking is required
- Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
- Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required. Shuttles are collapsible-wheelchair accessible, however the driver is unable to assist passengers boarding and disembarking due to insurance regulations. Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels may be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Middleton Place Admission with Self Guided Tour and Lunch?
Cancellation Policy
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Activity code: C-64269P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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What is the cancellation policy for the Middleton Place Admission with Self Guided Tour and Lunch?
A:Apr 2025
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Narrated 45-minute House Museum Tour.
- Three-course Low Country Lunch at Middleton Place Restaurant included.
- Access to the Plantation Stable Yards featuring Water Buffalo, Gulf Coast Sheep, Guinea hogs, Dominique Chickens and Cashmere Goats.
- Luxury transportation aboard an air-conditioned bus with included power outlets.
- Access to the Museum Shop & Garden Market.
- A short, introductory video at the beginning of your tour.
- Middleton Place All-Access Admission & Guided Tour with Lunch from Charleston.
- Self-Guided Tour of the Plantation Chapel.
- Professional Driver/Guide.
- Self-Guided Tour of the Gardens & Grounds.
- Self-Guided Tour of Eliza's House.
The following is NOT included:
- Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase at Lunch).
- Gratuities.
Q:
What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
The minimum age to participate is 6..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Middleton Place Admission with Self Guided Tour and Lunch is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Middleton Place Admission with Self Guided Tour and Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Narrated 45-minute House Museum Tour
- Three-course Low Country Lunch at Middleton Place Restaurant included
- Access to the Plantation Stable Yards featuring Water Buffalo, Gulf Coast Sheep, Guinea hogs, Dominique Chickens and Cashmere Goats
- Luxury transportation aboard an air-conditioned bus with included power outlets
- Access to the Museum Shop & Garden Market
- A short, introductory video at the beginning of your tour
- Middleton Place All-Access Admission & Guided Tour with Lunch from Charleston
- Self-Guided Tour of the Plantation Chapel
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Self-Guided Tour of the Gardens & Grounds
- Self-Guided Tour of Eliza's House
- Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase at Lunch)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please plan to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to your reserved departure time to allow for check-in and boarding.
- Guests will receive a guide and itinerary for their selected tour on the date of travel
- Guests are encouraged to follow the provided itinerary on their date of travel, however are free to explore the property as they please (NOTE: Lunch and House Museum Tour times are fixed times and cannot be rescheduled)
- A moderate amount of walking is required
- Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
- Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required. Shuttles are collapsible-wheelchair accessible, however the driver is unable to assist passengers boarding and disembarking due to insurance regulations. Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels may be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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