Location: Charleston
Top Things to do in Charleston
Top 8 Gardens in Charleston, South Carolina (SC)
Historic Charleston is bursting with Southern charm and hospitality. The city feels a bit like it’s suspended in time, thanks to its antebellum architecture and surrounding plantation landscapes. Take in incredible views of the Battery and the French Quarter as you stroll the Waterfront Park, then become inspired by the cultivated beauty of the gardens at Middleton Place. At night, try a ghost tour for an introduction to the spooky side of the city.
Restaurants in Charleston
1. Philip Simmons Museum Home and Workshop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
We are preserving the legacy of the master blacksmith, who lived in this house from 1960 to 2008. His home is now a museum house with an operating workshop that was given to him by his mentor (an ex-slave).
2. Theodora Park
3. Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,816 reviews
South Carolina's Most Visited Plantation and Gardens. National Registry of Historic Places. Ancient Oak Avenue. Tours full of History. World Famous Gardens of the 19th Century "Romantic Style". Selected by Travel + Leisure (2014) as the only South Carolina garden deemed one of "America's Most Beautiful Gardens". Reconstruction Period Plantation Home Tour. Award Winning Slave Cabin Tour. Very popular Nature-Train Tour. Rice Field Boat Tour. Family Oriented. Petting Zoo and Nature Center. Audubon Swamp Self-Guided Tour. Amazing Nesting Rookery. If you have only one Plantation to see, don't miss us!
Reviewed By barnettmail64
Had a wonderful trip around plantation lots to see Very interesting plus fabulous little petting zoo Shawn our driver was brilliant made the trip Good knowledge and vey informative Passionate about magnolia gardens Would definitely recommend a lovely day out
4. Battery & White Point Gardens
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4.5 based on 2,388 reviews
Reviewed By Arkuss - Chicago, United States
We really loved walking through the gardens. The old cannon and historical markers and the old trees with a view looking out of the start of the Civil War. Magical.
5. Middleton Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,196 reviews
Middleton Place National Historic Landmark is home to America’s oldest and most important landscaped gardens. Began in 1741, the historic site today encompasses 110 acres including the Gardens, House Museum, Stableyards, and Eliza’s House. Together they tell the inclusive history of all who lived, worked, and died here. The stories of the Middleton family including two Founding Fathers and generations of enslaved people are interwoven throughout the property. Visitors have opportunities to experience those stories with both guided or self-guided tours.
Reviewed By clairann2000
Went right for the cow milking and was the only person there...the cow obliged and it was fun. The area around the barn is really interesting with a cooper who was very informative along with a potter, some stable hands who hitched up water buffalo using voice commands, displays on rice, etc...we loved that area. The slave house had interesting displays and most all over were really well done and mercifully the hand outs at the Ticketing office showed right where to find them. Loved the whole place and spent a good 3 hours before enjoying a delicious lunch at the restaurant then had a talk by a lovely fellow about slavery that ended with him singing in the chapel...he was amazing as well.
6. Washington Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By bassaidai88 - Hagerstown, United States
As the obelisk in the center draws you into in the park, you note the full statue of a man on one side and the bust of another man on another side. The obelisk is a memorial to the Washington Light Infantry and is about forty-two feet high. It is inscribed with the names of various battles.The full statue is of George Washington. The bust is of the Charleston poet Henry Timrod. Along the east wall of the park is a monument to Gen. Pierre Beauregard who was the Confederate general in charge of the city's defenses in 1862-1864. Huge trees provide shade to this quiet historical nook. You can learn some history of Charleston by visiting this park.
7. Wragg Square
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By EvanGuthrie - Charleston, United States
Wragg Square is a really underrated park and green space in Charleston. It is really quiet and has plenty of shade during most of the day. There can be several times a day when no one else is there and is a quiet spot to relax. There is plenty of free on street parking near by and it is easy to get to and get out. Really awesome park that is clean and well maintained.
