Immerse yourself in American history and culture with a self-guided tour of Middleton Place. Explore the oldest landscaped gardens in the country, visit historic sites, and enjoy a delicious Low Country lunch. Book now!
- 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.
- Self-Guided Tour of Eliza’s House
- 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
- Self-Guided Tour of the Gardens & Grounds
- Professional Driver/Guide
- A short, introductory video at the beginning of your tour
- Self-Guided Tour of the Plantation Chapel
- Middleton Place All-Access Admission & Guided Tour with Lunch from Charleston
- Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase at Lunch)
- Gratuities
Discover the historic charm of Middleton Place in this comprehensive 5-hour journey departing from downtown Charleston, SC. As the ancestral home of two of America’s Founding Fathers and the site of the nation’s oldest landscaped gardens, Middleton Place is a must-visit for those wanting to dive deep into American history and culture.
This unique tour offers round-trip transport from Charleston in a luxurious, air-conditioned coach. Soak up the picturesque scenes as you stroll through the plantation’s gardens; take part in a Narrated 45-minute House Museum Tour; explore the Plantation Chapel, Butterfly Lakes, Plantation Stable Yards, Eliza’s House, and the Museum Shop & Garden Market at your own pace. Complete the experience with a sumptuous Low Country lunch at the Middleton Place Restaurant, with options including she crab soup, shrimp & grits, fried chicken, pulled pork, sides or a salad, and dessert. Secure your place on this sought-after luxury tour to Middleton Place by making your reservation now.
- 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
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
