1. Brookgreen Gardens is a sculpture garden and wildlife preserve located in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. It is one of the oldest and largest public sculpture gardens in the United States. The garden spans over 9,100 acres and features over 1,400 works by more than 350 sculptors. The sculptures depict various subjects including animals, mythological figures, and historical figures.
In addition to the sculptures, Brookgreen Gardens also has beautiful gardens and natural landscapes. Visitors can explore the Lowcountry Trail, which winds through salt marshes and cypress swamps, or enjoy the beauty of the Palmetto Garden, which features a collection of native South Carolina plants.
The wildlife preserve at Brookgreen Gardens is home to a variety of animals including alligators, otters, and birds. There is also a small zoo that houses indigenous animals such as red foxes, grey foxes, and river otters.
2. Brookgreen Gardens is open daily from 9:30am to 5:00pm. The phone number for Brookgreen Gardens is (843) 235-6000.
3. Ticket information:
- General admission tickets for adults are $18, seniors (65+) are $16, and children (ages 4-12) are $10.
- Combination tickets, which include admission to both the gardens and the Lowcountry Zoo, are $24 for adults, $22 for seniors, and $13 for children.
- There are also discounted tickets for military personnel and local residents.
Transportation to Brookgreen Gardens can be accessed by car. It is located just off U.S. Highway 17 in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. There is ample parking available on-site.
