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Battery & White Point Gardens

East Battery & Murray Blvd., Charleston, SC 29401 (French Quarter)
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Ranked #5 of 87 attractions in Charleston
Type: Gardens
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Oxfordshire UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

The walk along the Battery is lovely, especially on a warm, sunny morning. Looking at the houses and all the trees, well presented and beautifully maintained. Well worth the walk to White Point Gardens. Again well presented, with all the historic plagues, plenty of seats to sit down under the trees. An enjoyable morning.

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Franklin, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

As a person who is very fair-skinned and has to keep out of the sun this park is fantastic for someone like me. All the giant trees are a delight. It's the perfect way for someone with sensitive skin to finally enjoy the ocean without running away from the sun.

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Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

Yes, this is basically a city park at the southern tip of the peninsula where Charleston is located. Open spaces, trees, the harbor, grand and huge homes next to it, and Ft. Sumter in the distance. While we were there we saw a dog obedience class and an open air wedding (it was Saturday). We also discovered that it was... More

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Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

My boyfriend and I always try to get a nice dinner downtown. Afterwards, I always beg to go take a walk. There's a pathway right next to the water so you get to feel the breeze and enjoy the sunset. The park itself had so much history to it, and it is simply beautiful. The grass is always green, it's... More

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Lido Beach, NY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

The perfect time to visit the Battery is in the early-ish hours of the morning, before the heat and humidity stifle your enjoyment. The breeze is beautiful, the scent of newly-opened flowers is intoxicating, the view of the the Harbor, the convergence of the Ashley and Cooper Rivers is great, and just walking around, taking in the sights of the... More

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Los Angeles, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

Spring in Charleston is the perfect time to stop and smell the jasmine in bloom and enjoy the warm (bot not stifling) weather. This area is safe and dog friendly (when on leash). Grounds are kept clean and lots of historical statues, markers, etc. to see.

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Falmouth, MA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

After touring by mule-driven coach, we walked down the length of the battery and settled in White Point Gardens for a wonderful view of the harbor. The houses in the area date back to the 1700s and 1800s and they are beautiful. Worth spending an hour walking around in the area. No bus loads of tourists, just some piece and... More

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Augusta, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

We have been to Charleston several times and visit the battery on more than one ocasion. The park was nice and shady, the homes are spectacular, the views onto the harbor are wonderful. The day we went it was very windy. Water was spashing up onto the side walk, the sail boats were out in force traveling very fast. The... More

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Bluffton, South Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

You get the full feeling of the Charleston charm, looking at the stately colorful surrounding homes. The water view ,boats passing and just sitting and relaxing under the beautiful oak trees.Good picture opts.

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Knoxville, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

The Battery is the place to be in Charleston ... we walked the area every day that we were there. The charming old homes make this place so beautiful. The sea breeze, salt air, and the view of Fort Sumter in the distance makes it unique and interesting. I never get tired of this place when we go to Charleston.

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