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Brookgreen Gardens

1931 Brookgreen Dr, U.S. Hwy 17, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
843-235-6000
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Type: Gardens, Art Museums
Activities: Picnicking
Traveller 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 »
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2013 NEW

It was great to get out and find something that wasn't circa 1990. The gardens were beautiful and the staff was knowledgeable, charming, and friendly.

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Randolph
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

Art, nature, history, animals, education what more could you ask for for $ 14 ( $ 1 off with coupon ). Have been several times and great each time. Lots of walking, some seating areas to rest and they do offer tram service. The animals were great although there aren't many but feeding time with the birds is worth it... More

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Barnwell, South Carolina
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6 attraction reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

This is a beautiful art sang garden. Also took the history tours learn a lot about the history of the rice plantations that use to be here.

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Doylestown, Pennsylvania
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

This was a great place to walk around. Only place that could have made it better was not to go on a 100+ degree day!

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Paintsville, Kentucky
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 attraction reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

This place is absolutely gorgeous! The statues and gardens are beautiful. The zoo is a little corny though- chickens and cows, but I guess small kids would like it. We are from KY and my 4 year old wasn't interested in it. We took the Creek Cruise-it was great. The tour guide was funny and very knowledgeable about the area.... More

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Wilmington, North Carolina
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14 attraction reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

This former 9000 acre rice plantation has exquisite gardens with beautiful statuary, flowers and flowering shrubs, and stately old oaks and cypress trees. Many of the gardens are in constant change. In a week or two..around the 1st of July, one of the largest anywhere displays of caladiums should be in full glory. Lot's of unique plants. The $14 entrance... More

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clermont
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33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013

What a delightful place. A real gem for the US. There are over 3000 sculptures from American artists from all periods in time. We only had a few hours as we were passing by. I wish we had planned for many days to see the gardens. Having seen so many such gardens in Europe, it made me proud to see... More

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Hendersonville, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

This attraction is far more than just 'gardens' it is also a sculpture museum with dozens of sculptures in both indoor and outdoor settings. In the small sculpture garden there are also poems inscribed on tablets. Fountains and reflecting pools add to the visual interest. Note: this is not a botanical garden, like Longwood Garden in Pennsylvania with identifying tags... More

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Raleigh, North Carolina
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13 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

returning to this lovely place every year. Just a little south of Myrtle Beach and well worth the drive. If you are camped at Huntington Beach State Park, I would buy a multiple day ticket, walk around the spetacular sculpture gardens, before it gets too hot, and then enjoy lunch see some of the indoor displays or head to the... More

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London
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Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

On a sunny day (and most are in Spring) this place is a rare delight for everyone. Formal gardens laid out with a cottage feel for flora lovers and the most impressive sculptures await every turn in the paths. A beautiful oasis of calm. Plus the swamp cruise to delight the fauna lovers! The only problem is seeing it all... More

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