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Gardens in Charleston
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Gardens in Charleston
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- Kevin BDenver, CO805 contributionsWell worth a visit. Huge gardens that are beautiful. There are paid and unpaid tours but you could also just walk the whole place. I was there about 3.5 hours and did two tours. The house tour I would skip as quick and honestly just about the family. The rice tour I would recommend. It was well narrated by our guide and mostly on a golf cart with a few jump off points. Plenty to see. They also have a restaurant and gift shop with WiFi.Written August 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kathleen SMount Dora, FL27 contributionsWe signed up for a special workshop on indigo dying at the Plantation. It was a very nice, small group experience and worked well for my daughter's high anxiety. We also took the Nature Train guided trolley tour of the plantation. It was fun and interesting. The garden beds are beautiful. The snack bar wasn't exceptional but good enough to hit the spot. The Slave to Freedom tour was unimpressive, despite the guide's academic focus on the subject. It felt like the Plantation put the tour together to expand their potential guest numbers and lure people interested in the subject matter for a visit. Then, they clearly felt the need to tippy-toe for guest comfort around the dark side of the slavery practice at Magnolia Plantation. Very disappointing as this was one of the Charleston tours we were most interested in seeing. We did not tour the Plantation House as this was an additional fee and we'd already paid well for the indigo dying workshop ($150 ea.)Written September 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DontStopExploringWinnipeg, Canada1,994 contributionsThe Battery is a landmark defensive seawall and promenade made famous for its stately homes. Beautiful area and very busy.Written July 31, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SarahGreensboro, NC9 contributionsI found out about this place in a tour and wow what a hidden gem! The story is so fascinating and definitely worth a visit for anyone in Charleston. The craft is beautiful and I hope it can continue to be passed down.Written April 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LostInTimePittsburgh, PA22,155 contributionsThis is a nice shady square in the old part of town. There is a miniature Washington monument as well as a statue and a lot of real green grass.Written June 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LizCharleston, SC19 contributionsTheodora Park is a wonderful little park outside the Gaillard Center that is a great place to sit down and have a picnic or read a book. There are plenty of purple chairs and places to sit here. This park is very nicely manicured and maintained and the end result is a beautiful park that everyone can enjoy by themselves or with a group of friends. I like how this park appears and is present as a green space that is calm and relaxing.Written August 16, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WilliamWillieWilsonNashville, TN1,622 contributionsA hidden gem even for Charlestonians, Wragg Square is a quaint little park among many in the city, packing 26 different species of plants in a small area.
You’ll notice an old brick wall and ornate fence bordering the park that dates to the early 1800s. The steps were refurbished in 2016. Best of all, the pathway leads up to the historic Second Presbyterian Church.Written July 28, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Teaxasborn5Sulphur Springs, TX214 contributionsSmall private garden behind a home. Nice greenery and statuary mixed with some flowers. Beautiful trees , shrubs and fountainsWritten May 12, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
