Historic Golf Cart Tour in Beaufort, SC
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Explore the rich history of Beaufort, South Carolina, on a captivating golf cart tour. This one-hour journey offers a unique blend of local lore and architectural beauty and many film spots that were filmed here, showcasing the stunning Antebellum homes and live oaks draped in Spanish moss. Knowledgeable guides share insights into the town's 300-year-old past, making history come alive. Perfect for families, history buffs, and travelers seeking an authentic Lowcountry experience. - Enjoy a one-hour guided golf cart tour in Beaufort's historic district - Learn about Beaufort's culture, architecture, and fascinating stories - Tours available daily, departing from Emma's Earth Shop in downtown Beaufort - Eco-friendly 8-man golf carts provide a comfortable, engaging ride
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The Robert Smalls Monument stands in Beaufort, South Carolina, honoring one of the most extraordinary figures of the Civil War and Reconstruction era. Robert Smalls was born enslaved in Beaufort and became famous in 1862 when he commandeered a Confederate ship, the CSS Planter, sailed it past enemy forts, and delivered it—and its crew—to the Union Navy, freeing himself and his family.
The John Mark Verdier House Museum is a historic Federal-style house in Beaufort, South Carolina, built around 1804 by French Huguenot merchant and planter John Mark Verdier. The stately home, located at 801 Bay Street, exemplifies early 19th-century architecture with a raised tabby foundation, two-story pedimented portico, and elegant symmetry. It showcased Verdier’s wealth from indigo trading and Sea Island cotton plantations and became a social centerpiece in Beaufort’s downtown.
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- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(24)
This was a wonderful experience. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about the area and the history of Beaufort. Definitely worth the time if your visiting or even live in the area and want to know more!
Definitely better than doing it on a bus we were able to get up close and see places we wouldn't have been able to see on a bus. Our guide, Chance, was excellent. Gave us lots of great information and made the trip. Lots of fun.
Our tour guide was excellent. The shop owner is very kind and friendly. This is a great way to see and learn about Beaufort!
I took four coworkers to my hometown on a day trip. When I have taken guests in the past, I have started with carriage ride. It was difficult to book a June carriage ride, but this golf cart tour was a great replacement! It was so wonderful! Rick was our guide and was a novice in not only historical facts about Beaufort, but also truthful personal antidotes. I am speaking for all five of us when I say he could’ve driven us around for an additional hour and we would have enjoyed itso much! I highly highly recommend this tour and highly recommend Rick as a guide! For somebody who grew up in Beaufort, it was just enjoyable for me to learn more about my hometown as it was for my out of town visitors!
I have never booked an event on line. It was simple and easy!
Excellent and informative tour. We loved the detail and especially in relation to homes used in movies. The golf cart was an excellent way to view the local area.
Our Guide, Chance was very polite, interesting and knowledgeable. Highly recommend for out of town guests.
Chance was one of the best tour guides we’ve had. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Would recommend to any newcomers to the area.
We hopped on a golf cart and got a marvelous view of th we town. The jasmine was in full bloom and was intoxicating smell
This was a fun way to learn all about the history of Beaufort & see the gorgeous old historic homes & live oak trees of the area. Our guide Chase was a great historian! Would highly recommend this trip to other travelers.
