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Brookgreen Gardens

1931 Brookgreen Garden Dr · Murrells Inlet, SC

Why you should go…

Brookgreen Gardens opened in 1931 on the grounds of four former rice plantations and now displays more than 2,000 sculptures across its landscaped gardens. A separate wildlife preserve section houses native species like alligators, otters, and birds of prey in naturalistic habitats. Its Lowcountry Zoo and butterfly house are popular stops on the self-guided paths.

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Good to know

General sport & outdoor guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Weather calls the shots

    Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.

  • Shoes, water, sun cover

    The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.

  • Parking and launches fill early

    On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.

  • Daylight shrinks in shoulder season

    Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Brookgreen Gardens, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Huntington Beach State Park

    Under $25

    Three miles of undeveloped beach and salt marsh, plus a Moorish-style oceanfront castle to explore.

    2.0 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Murrells Inlet MarshWalk

    Free

    A half-mile boardwalk over the salt marsh, lined with waterfront seafood restaurants and live music.

    2.4 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Myrtle Beach State Park

    Under $25

    A quieter, undeveloped stretch of beach and maritime forest at the south end of the Grand Strand.

    12 mi awayMore like this

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Family Kingdom Amusement Park

    Under $25

    An old-school oceanfront amusement park with a wooden coaster and a splash-down log ride steps from the sand.

    15 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade

    Free

    A mile and a quarter of oceanfront boardwalk lined with shops, arcades, and beach views.

    16 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Family Favorite

    Alligator Adventure

    Under $25

    A reptile park at Barefoot Landing packed with alligators, crocodiles, and one of the largest collections of giant tortoises in the US.

    30 mi awayMore like this