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Brookgreen Gardens


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 8 attractions in Murrells Inlet
Traveler Description: Brookgreen Gardens is a true gem that far too many visitors to the Grand Strand area miss. The name, "Gardens", is a misnomer. Brookgreen is so much... more »
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Attraction type: Park, Art gallery, Garden, Wildlife park
Activities: Picnicking
Address: 1931 Brookgreen Dr
U.S. Hwy 17 Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
Tel: 843-235-6000
Fax: 843-235-6000

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5 of 5 stars
best-food-wanted   4 contributions
MB-Raleigh
Oct 21, 2009

We moved to Myrtle Beach from outside Philiadelphia and really missed going to Longwood Gardens. Well, we have now found gardens that are different but equally beautiful. Brookgreen is fantastic. We have become members, but I highly recommend that visitors go early during their vacation because the entry fee is good for a week. There is a daily guided tour... more

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5 of 5 stars
AJJColorado   1 contribution
Colorado
Oct 14, 2009

This was an unexpected treat! One price admission for a week of wandering through gardens of flowers, trees with hanging moss, and beautiful sculptures. The peaceful atmosphere encouraged one to sit on a park bench and take in the surrounding beauty. Waterway tours and plantation tours were packed with historical information. The information center was a great introduction to the... more

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5 of 5 stars
ctbagley   2 contributions
North Carolina
Oct 11, 2009

Brookgreen Gardens is located on what used to be a rice plantation. Now it contains hundreds of the most incredible sculptures you will ever see in one place, and they are scattered about in numerous garden settings. From classical 50 foot statues of pegasus, to small whimsical statues of cherubs; you can spend all day walking amongst the flowers and... more

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5 of 5 stars
TravelAddict80   2 contributions
Ohio
Sep 20, 2009

We headed here because it was an overcast day and we needed a non-beach activity. It was worth every penny. The grounds are absolutely beautiful, but be warned - the grounds consist of 9,000 acres! You can easily pass an entire day wandering the paths, walking through the sculpture garden, the zoo, etc. more

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5 of 5 stars
ChattanoogaTravel   4 contributions
Chattanooga
Sep 19, 2009

I visited Brookgreen almost 20 years ago and on a return trip to Myrtle Beach I decided it had to be part of the trip. I was stunned once again by what a beautiful place this is. From the wonderful sculpture, to the vivid flowers and peaceful pools this is the place that God would visit if he were on... more

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5 of 5 stars
JimAtlanta   71 contributions
Atlanta, Georgia
Sep 1, 2009

We had no plans of visiting here but had the opportunity to go. It was overcast and needed a sanity day away from the area vacationing children. Being a lover of outdoor statuary a gardens, I found this spectacular! The grounds/gardens were beautifully managed and kept. The Statuary was spectacular! It was quiet, peaceful, and moving. What a wonderful gem.... more

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5 of 5 stars
Gallefrey   19 contributions
Santa Cruz, California
Jul 28, 2009

The gardens are beautiful but serve only as a backdrop for the most incredible scupltures in the world! These are all original bronzes dating back from the 20's to today. I recommend starting in the morning while it's still cool or do one of their evening events. The lighting on the ponds and sculptures are breath taking. more

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5 of 5 stars
beachcomber87   35 contributions
concord, nc
Jul 24, 2009

I have been visiting Brookgreen once a year all my life. If I wasn't 4 hours away it would be very frequent visits. I can't understand how anyone can go to the myrtle beach area without spending time at Brookgreen. It is the jewel of the grand strand area. The gardens and fountains bring peace and calm. The sculpture gardens... more

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5 of 5 stars
KyRosecreek   4 contributions
KY
Jun 29, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Don't miss the beautiful Brookgreen Gardens if you are in the Murrells Inlet area of South Carolina. This is a gem! This garden opened in 1931 as America's first public sculpture garden and now contains over 1200 works. It is indeed A National Historic Landmark rich with history, art, plantlife and wildlife. My husband and I went back for a... more

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5 of 5 stars
BeachMamaCommerceGA   2 contributions
Commerce GA
Jun 29, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

While vacationing at Myrtle Beach SC we rode up to Brookgreen Gardens. It is magnificent !! Gorgeous breath taking sculptures presented in beautiful, manicured gardens. Plenty of shade for strolling the grounds on those warm coastal days. This is a family affordable activity and the tickets are good for 7 consequtive days ! My children asked to go back the... more

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Brookgreen Gardens Address

1931 Brookgreen Dr, U.S. Hwy 17, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
Tel: 843-235-6000 Fax: 843-235-6000