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At Magnolia Plantation and Gardens in Charleston, stroll through the romantic garden, Audubon Swamp, Ashley Riverwalk, historic Magnolia house, and learn about the history, horticulture and nature of the low country.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens (464 acres, 187.77 hectares) is a historic house with gardens located on the Ashley River at 3550 Ashley River Road west of Ashley, Charleston County, South Carolina. [2] [3] It is one of the oldest plantations in the South, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens. 7,293 reviews. #30 of 266 things to do in Charleston. Historic SitesGardens. Closed now. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. South Carolina's Most Visited Plantation and Gardens. National Registry of Historic Places. Ancient Oak Avenue. Tours full of History.
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, on the banks of the Ashley River near Charleston, SC, is one of the Lowcountry’s oldest public attraction. It is a phenomenal horticultural destination, a significant historic and cultural site, and a place of unparalleled natural beauty.
There’s so much to do and see at Magnolia, don’t miss a thing! Welcome to the Lowcountry's ultimate garden experience! Your garden admission gives you access to 66 acres of romantic-style gardens, including plants and trees that have been growing on the property since the 1840s.
Following the Civil War, the Rev. Drayton believed the best way to preserve the gardens at Magnolia was to open the space to the public. Visitors have been admiring these gardens since the early 1870s. In the late 19th century, Magnolia Gardens was recognized in Baedeker’s Guide to the United States as one of the top places to see in the country.
Discover the history and beauty of Magnolia Plantation and Gardens in Charleston, South Carolina. Spend an afternoon exploring the statues, stories, and gardens that make up the historic Magnolia Plantation.
