When you think of secret gardens in South Carolina you probably don’t think about the nine acres that surround the Governor’s Mansion in Columbia. But this hidden oasis is open to the public year-round, for FREE and it’s positively magical.
In fact, entering this garden is like walking into an outdoor mansion filled with green leafy rooms.
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That’s because the grounds surrounding the Governor’s Mansion are divided into squares and different garden “rooms.”
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Facebook/South Carolina Lace House
Each has its own signature focal point, from benches, to statuary and fountains.
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Facebook/South Carolina Lace House
There’s even a magnificent arboretum-covered pathway with deliciously fragrant blooms.
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Facebook/South Carolina Lace House
While tours of the Governor’s Mansion must be scheduled in advance, the wonderful gardens that surround this city sanctuary are open all year, and can be accessed for free - without an appointment.
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Add this positively magical secret garden to your bucket list of South Carolina must-see attractions.
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Thinking of visiting? The South Carolina Governor’s Mansion is located at 800 Richland Street in Columbia, SC. Here’s a link to the Google Map to get there.
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