Beautiful property and tour was nicely done. Not a typical plantation so don't be fooled. More

We spent a wonderful morning at Drayton Hall walking the grounds, and listening to the knowledgeable and quite fascinating interpretation provided by the staff. The fact that Drayton Hall has been preserved "as is" allows guests to more fully experience the history of the home. Our guide was a fascinating woman, who really needs more than the hour allotted to... More

We enjoyed this tour immensely. Our tour guide Rikki was the best. She was very knowledgeable and made everything so interesting. Just a wonderful speaker. The house is unfurnished and unrestored or modernized. We took the first tour of the day at 9:30 and I think that helped with the heat. We were not uncomfortable with the breeze blowing thru... More

Unique from other plantations in that this home is preserved exactly as it was in the early 1700's. Marvelous grounds, knowledgeable and friendly guide (Peggy), and a wondrous marsh walk. BEWARE: Although I was a doubter, running into an eight foot alligator who was sunbathing pond side quickly transformed me into a believer that; Yes, there are alligators in South... More

This is the oldest plantation in existence. Built in 1742, it survived the civil war. Sherman burned quite a few. Don't expect furniture. The building is bare. Meaning interior walls were left without restoration. Sign up for the walking tour. It takes about 1 hr. Be prepared to climb a few stairs and for no air-conditioning! The extensive walking areas... More

Very interesting and untouched site. Good tour guide. A bit hot that day, and would have liked to have been in the shade a bit more when outside the building. More

not a lot there but still worth going as magnolia plantation is right next door 1mi. tour of house in un restored condition More

Be sure to visit Drayton Hall if you're into history. There are no furnishings in this home - it is only preserved; not restored. I have visited three plantations and this is my personal favorite. More

There are restored plantations and mansions a-plenty in Charleston, but Drayton Hall is preserved, not restored. The family that owned it resisted making any updates or improvements; for example, there was no electricity in the house, which is amazing considering that a family member lived there until 1974. (Just imagine how excited the children were to visit Grandma, with no... More