Charleston Sightseeing and Attractions
- Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
- Work 843-571-1266 Main 800-367-3517
- 3550 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414
- www.magnoliaplantation.com
Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, this plantation contains America’s oldest garden (c. 1680). The gardens are planted for abundant color in every season and include one of this country’s largest collections of azaleas and camellias. The present house, which replaced the manor burned by Union troops, contains museum-quality Early American antiques. Other features include a petting zoo, maze, herb garden, Biblical garden, observation tower, orientation theater, gift shop, wildlife art gallery, and Barbados Tropical Garden. The “Nature Train” takes visitors on a 45-minute ride through natural settings. Open daily 8-5:30. 10 miles from downtown on Hwy. 61.