Location: Mount Pleasant
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Top 6 Sights & Landmarks in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina (SC)
Mount Pleasant is a large suburban town in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States. It is the fourth largest municipality and largest town in South Carolina, and for several years was one of the state's fastest-growing areas, doubling in population between 1990 and 2000. The population was 67,843 at the 2010 census,, making it the largest South Carolina town by population in that census. The estimated population in 2014 was 77,796. At the foot of the Arthur Ravenel Bridge is Patriots Point, a naval and maritime museum, home to the World War II aircraft carrier USS Yorktown, which is now a museum ship. The Ravenel Bridge, an eight-lane highway that was completed in 2005, spans the Cooper River and links Mount Pleasant with the city of Charleston.
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1. Boone Hall Plantation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,030 reviews
One of America's most photographed historical venues with true southern charm. Features world famous Avenue of Oaks, tractor tours across the entire property. Only live Gullah presentations in the area, Black History In America Exhibit, gardens that are a showcase of color, and a colonial revival style 1936 mansion. Special presentations now being offered daily include history talks, beehive demonstrations, horticulture, and more. Used in the filming of North and South, The Notebook, American Idol, and other Hollywood productions.
Reviewed By FrankG0701 - Amelia Island, United States
Our group had a 1/2 day tour of Boone Plantation. Apparently, this is the oldest continuously operating farm in the U.S., starting in the 1700's. The plantation was served by up to 500 slaves over the years and the slave houses are available to visit. We had a fine presentation on the unique language of the slaves and some of the history. When the plantation was first built, two rows of oak trees (25 on each side of the road leading to the main house). Those trees are now gigantic and the view to the house through the trees alone is worth the visit. The visit included a "hay ride" through the plantation and tours of the main house - the current house was built in the 1930s in the Colonial style- the original house was torn down, the second house perished in a fire, the current house is the third and is decorated in the colonial style. An outstanding place to visit. The entry fee I believe is $25 and well worth the price.
2. Patriots Point Cold War Submarine Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By Mike_and_Denise16
This is a really interesting little park that shows the large cold war subs as they appear to most people.
3. Mount Pleasant Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 248 reviews
Part of the Memorial Waterfront Park complex, the 1250-foot long Mount Pleasant Pier stretches out into Charleston Harbor under the foot of the Arthur Ravenel, Jr. Bridge. The pier's foundation was created from pared-down pilings from the old Silas N. Pearman Bridge. One end of the pier features an 8,100-square-foot covered pavilion for hosting dances and other events. Visitors can enjoy beautiful views of the bridge and harbor from the pier's bench swings and shade structures. Pier Features - Fishing - Gifts and souvenirs - Made-to-order sandwiches, ice cream, fruit smoothies, and more at the River Watch Cafe and Gift Shop - Special events - Swings, picnic tables, and rocking chairs - Tackle sales and rod rentals
Reviewed By 646jeffa - Hutchinson, United States
We really enjoyed the long walk out on the pier underneath the bridge. Lots of great views and could watch people fishing and walking all along the pier. Everything was clean and neat.
4. Mount Pleasant Historic Distric
5. Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 286 reviews
Part of the country estate of Charles Pinckney, drafter and signer of the Constitution, and a museum interpreting the lives and relationships of African-Americans with slave-owners.
Reviewed By urbanguy - Richmond, United States
This is a terrific, free, stop if you're in the area. Who knew that Charles Pinckney was so influential in shaping the U.S. Constitution. As at other excellent Visitor Centers, there is a short film to view, preferably, before you walk through the house. Pick up a "Trail Guide" and walk the grounds......beautiful and well maintained.
6. Fort Palmetto Park
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