Historic plantation and museum complex featuring America’s oldest landscaped gardens, heritage livestock, and immersive history tours.
General Information
Hours:
Daily: 9am to 5pm
Closed Christmas Day and noon on Christmas Eve
Closed Christmas Day and noon on Christmas Eve
Fees:
Adults: $29
Seniors: $26
Children (6–13): $10
Children under 6: Free
Seniors: $26
Children (6–13): $10
Children under 6: Free
Pet Policy:
Pets are not allowed due to free-roaming livestock; only service animals permitted
Seasons:
All year; spring is especially popular for garden blooms
Location:
Website:
How to Get There
From Charleston, SC (15 mi): Take SC-61 N/Ashley River Rd northwest for about 30 minutes; entrance is on the right.
Overview
Middleton Place is a National Historic Landmark and the home of a signer of the Declaration of Independence, known for 65 acres of formal gardens, stableyards, and preserved plantation structures. Daily guided tours, artisan demonstrations, and exhibits cover Southern history, including the lives of enslaved people.
What to See
- House Museum with original family furnishings and artifacts
- Gardens: terraced lawns, reflection pools, and centuries-old camellias and azaleas
- Stableyards with heritage breed animals
- Full-service restaurant on site
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