Drayton Hall
History Museum and Other Great Outdoors
west of the Ashley, Charleston
Has a stamp of approval from Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and The Wall Street Journal
"their descendants at this plantation."(7 Tips)
"It's actually pretty expensive for the house tour."(2 Tips)
"Sacred African Slave Cemetery on grounds (a must see)."(3 Tips)
"If you like architecture, this is a wonderful tour."(2 Tips)
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Jennifer G.April 29, 2016If you like architecture, this is a wonderful tour. You can take all of the photographs that you like which is a plus! There is no furniture iside the home; this is an unrestored plantation house.- Janet PerezNovember 5, 2012GORGEOUS PLANTATION/HOME rich w/ African Culture. Sacred African Slave Cemetery on grounds (a must see). Be Respectful of these graves. Natural beauty, unrestored. Perfectly preserved.
This Is My SouthSeptember 6, 2014Drayton Hall is one of the best examples of Georgian Palladian architecture in the country and hasn't been restored like other plantations. Read more
Renaissance HotelsMay 29, 2012Tour this beautiful, spooky former slave plantation for an affecting and honest portrait of Charleston’s slave era. For more local tips, follow us on 4sq or check out www.renhotels.com.
Archaeological Research Collective IncDecember 30, 2012Their historical archaeologists have used their research to inform and better understand the lives and activities of the past inhabitants of Drayton Hall. Read more
Robert BarkleyNovember 27, 2021Beautiful historic museum and gardens west of the Ashley along the Ashley River off Ashley River Rd (SC Hwy 61).- Michelin Travel & LifestyleSeptember 23, 2013Ask about the Connections tours to learn about the lives of enslaved Africans and their descendants at this plantation. – Green Guide Editor
Rick TannerMarch 2, 2010Join the Friends of Drayton Hall and The National Historic Trust. The Preservation magazine that comes with the membership is great, plus you get free admission to Drayton and other historic sites
Hoyle Kip VinsonJuly 28, 2015Like be this place! Gives a sense of what a house looks like after 200 years
Orson Robbins-PiankaAugust 25, 2010The $17 charge includes a house tour, which only happens on the hour. So if you're arriving at quarter after or something, and don't want to wait around, you might want to buy a different pass.- Clay ChastainDecember 11, 2011It's actually pretty expensive for the house tour. It's a neat house but every room seems the same. No furniture and it's not restored so you have to use your imagination. Tour guide is enthusiastic.
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"The Cabin Tours are a must do on your visit here - very educational; we opted for the boat tour rather than the Audubon Swamp Garden to get a quick, guided overview of the swampland"
Steven Y - 8.7
"My favorite plantation. I've gone five times and it'll never be boring. Beautiful when flowers are in bloom. I had a great guide for the garden tour. Lots of history and original pieces in the house."
Dee O'Neill - 8.7
"It's a sight to see, pictures are great but you need to visit this amazing tree. 💕"
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