I've visited BrookGreen gardens in the summer which was a beautiful experience, nice escape. For years, I've wanted to visit for night of a thousand candles and it was sold out each year. It seems after much frustration, they did something different this year and had openings so I booked over thanksgiving. I planned to leave a bit earlier but we decided to leave closer to 5 and what would normally be a 30-40 min drive was about an hour and a half. The traffic was backed up, which is no surprise but there is likely improvements that can be done here-- like checking tickets at gates rather than another option. We also had a handicap decal but no one directed where it would be, I guess we had to ask or notify sooner. Once we got through the gates, we were moving. Parking was quite a bit away which was challenging for my mom who has some hip issues. We got in, no issue and I was concerned about making it all the way through but there's plenty of time to slow down and enjoy. The had hot chocolate which was the perfect touch of a freeezing night, as well as alcoholic options. The indoor train exhibition is also a must see! Overall, I would highly recommend, it was absolutely beautiful and an experience to ring in the holidays. Get there early to enjoy and make sure to check for tickets and follow for when they go on sale! read more

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I'm finally getting around to reviewing Brookgreen Gardens after visiting for the holiday lights, and I was completely blown away. The entire experience was so well organized, and everyone working there was incredibly kind and helpful. Walking through the lights was mesmerizing. The level of dedication and hard work that goes into putting something like this together really shows. I also loved that you could grab a glass of wine while walking around, and there was a good food selection with options for everyone. It's such a special experience and truly something people of all ages can enjoy. So grateful we got to experience it--absolutely worth it and something I'll never forget. read more

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I am a local photographer that lives nearby. The first 15 minutes of being at a Brookgardens, Night of a Thousand Candles, me and my wife were walking down the sidewalk towards the "big log" and we were stopped by someone on a golf cart. He told us the Zoo was closed. I was aware of this and told him we were not walking to the zoo but rather the big log which is just on the side of the main road before the zoo area. I thought we were having a friendly conversation about it and told him clearly it was my mistake and I will not go over there. For some reason, he brought up calling the cops on us even though we were not at the zoo? Is he grumpy because it's after the holidays? We were just on the sidewalk on the main road still quite far from the zoo. This was 4:15pm and we just spent $80 on tickets. The reason I'm upset about this was not because of the zoo being closed but his over-reaction. $80 is an extreme price for this ticket. He should be more welcoming, understanding and overall friendly. Just point us in the right direction instead of threatening "calling the cops?" to a couple just walking down the sidewalk. Maybe you saw my Asheville sweatshirt and thought I was an out of town tourist? Afterwards, we enjoyed the night. The lights were pretty, they did do a great job. Most will enjoy it. However, I do not think it should be $80 for tickets for a couple ( especially locals ). That's amusement park prices and all we did was walk around "part" of the grounds ( with the rest of the attractions closed ). We then paid even more for food which of course, small portions and overpriced. Lower the price for locals. Maybe offer a veterans discount? I was planning on getting a membership here but due to the lack of hospitality, overpriced tickets, and the fact I don't want to deal with the man in the golf cart again, I think not. Thousand Candles: Hospitality: 2/10 - other staff members were very nice! Entertainment: 6.5/10 - Lights were beautiful! But... it's self-guided and limited to just the gardens. I'm not sure where my admission price is going. Price: Overpriced. It should be $40 a car not per person. I feel bad for families of 5 or more. Day Admission: ( went in October ) - The admission was much better here. All of the grounds were open. The Zoo is spectacular. Your ticket counts for 7 days and over half the cost of Thousand Candles. I highly recommend the daily admission when it opens back up to normal hours. I was just displeased with the Thousand Candles event cost and hospitality issue. read more

Absolutely gorgeous place! Everyone was nice and welcoming! The flowers were lovely and the sculptures were so beautiful! We took the boat tour and saw a couple alligators, very cool. Very informative and interesting to hear about the history of this place and how they changed everything around! Highly recommended!! read more

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Had a fantastic time at Brookgreen. There is a lot to see and the map is very helpful. There are quite a few sculptures located all around the garden as well. The garden is also well maintained, flowers and plants are also noted. A great place to visit with a lot to see and get plenty of exercise walking. read more

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Amazing place to visit while at Pawley's Island. The entire family had a blast. Absolutely beautiful surroundings and art installations that had us all in awe. read more

Brookgreen Gardens is absolutely magical at Christmas time! The gorgeous lights are straight out of an amazing storybook. The gardens are already beautiful with all of the sculptures and statues, when layered with hundreds of thousands of candles and lights, it becomes absolutely breathtaking! The amazing Christmas festival is called Night of 1000 Candles, but there had to be more like 10,000 candles! Walking through the majestic oaks dripping with Christmas lights felt like a Hallmark movie! This would be the perfect spot for a romantic date! We went on a Sunday night and there was a nice variety of food trucks as well as live music. There was a band in the area near the food trucks. We were also delighted to hear the sounds of a bagpipe in the gardens. There are multiple places to eat and drink within the gardens. Everyone that we spoke with was just as amazed as we were! We did not have to park too far away, but traffic did take a while to get to the parking area. I would definitely recommend getting there early. We did not realize how long it would take to walk around and see everything. There is also a pretty impressive train exhibit that the kiddos will definitely love. We can't wait to go again next year! read more

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So much to see and do you will see why your ticket is good for the whole week! The sprawling historic gem has several areas, the sculpture gardens, low country museum, zoo, and botanical gardens to name a few. There's a few play places for kids that looked fantastic, too! We took the Cemetery tour, which only runs from January to February, and it was a fantastic way to see some of the areas most people won't see. Huntington Beach State Park is right across the street, which is owned by Brookgreen and leased to the state. The entire area was once owned by the Huntingtons, and many of the sculptures are actually Anna Hyatt Huntington's! read more

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All seasons, there are always interesting "exhibits". Affordable prices and many places to go to the bathroom, step inside to cool down or warm up, depending on when you're there. I've been to night of a thousand lights" around Christmas. FANTASTIC! They had music of all sorts, and nice "seasonal snacks" available in many locations throughout the gardens at reasonable prices. There were "colour sections" and then candles in other places, and inside were various "mini models" like old time cartoon themes (Rudolph and the "Yeti"), trains, and summer carnival. We are here in mid/late June--we got tickets that were good for multiple re entry for a week. read more

This garden is beautiful- amazing full grown oaks draped over paths, reflection pools, sculptures from many artists. Varieties of pathways, fences, plants, sculptures from small to huge... it is amazing! More coming- several areas expanding and new buildings in progress. The Docents are clearly in love with this beautiful garden, knowledgeable and enthusiastic they deserve 5 for each one!! There is a small zoo and a tram to get there. Wolves, owls, goats and much more. Bald Eagles too! read more

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Such a beautiful area. So many statues, flowers, trees, and animals. The staff are all so helpful and friendly. Take the whole day at this place and soak it all in. read more

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Came here with my corvette club today. I have never been and it was a nice two hour cruise for us. The place is truly beautiful if your in to nature, flowers, animals and sculpture. They have a shuttle to take you to the zoo. The grounds are kept immaculate, and so many beautiful sights to be seen. Bathrooms are clean. Gift shop and restaurant are pretty good too. 22.00 for adult ticket, or 75 for the year. I really enjoyed myself, even though it was really hot and humid today. read more

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Went here on Sunday December 7th 2025 for the 1st time with my parents and Aunt and Uncle to see A Night Of A Thousand Candles- which is a Christmas event. Highly Recommend buying tickets in advance as they do sell out quickly. This is my first time at Brookgreen Gardens, and they have sculptures, artwork, and various art around the venue. Please note this event for me is a 4-5 star experience. First and foremost, getting there was the hardest part as there was traffic backed up, and it was backed up getting to the parking lot. Now maybe we have lots of people checking the event out for the first time, but driving into the place should have been more organized, as far as where to go. We entered, and it seemed like forever that we were on a never ending trail. Second off, we park on the ground with grass, which can be hilly, and a little slippery too. Walking to the entrance from the parking lot was very hard as we were walking on gravel, mulch, and various other landscapes, that and that area was poorly lit too so one can't really see where one is going. 4 Stars for this. I was also wearing boots, maybe sneakers are the better option. Also inside the venue itself It was hard to see and seemed poorly lit. Not to mention that it is a self guided tour and sometimes people are bumping into others or made a wrong turn. Some Feedback is to maybe have an option to have a guide take you to the landmarks like the Christmas Tree, Cranberry Farm, the restaurant, and the various other locations. This may also direct traffic easier. The lights are nice, and decorating the oak tree is pretty, but for me it didn't do anything for me. Not to mention that it was cold, and ideally recommend to bundle up. They do have food and a tent with music to sit at. Oh, and learned from the musician that BrookGreen gardens was owned by a man who had the most slaves in the south. Nice to know that there is history to the place! Side note: this is also where a guide can come in, and help tell us about the place. Loved the music tent. Also loved the candy cane tunnel too! And The big Christmas Tree! Some other feedback would be to have tables and chairs to eat ones snack or hot chocolate at- some people don't like moving and eating or drinking at the same time. Oh, and the restrooms were clean, and they have plenty of restrooms throughout the area. Don't Forget to check out the trains in the building! Loved seeing the big Rudolph Train, The Hogwarts Express, and The Polar Express! And the Miser Brothers too! Recommend this experience at least once! read more

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Stunning gardens & sculptures. Well worth a visit and one ticket allows you to return over the next 6 days... So we didn't feel like we had to stuff it all in during one visit. read more

Brookgreen Gardens - Museums Near Me - Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

What a wonderful Christmas event. Night of 1000 candles. Highly recommended for all. They do a spectacular job. read more

Brookgreen Gardens - Christmas - Museums Near Me - Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

Brooksgreen Garden is an amazing oasis in the Myrtle Beach area. Don't miss the number 1 sculpture museum in the USA. All the staff and volunteers are so friendly and welcoming. read more

We decided that we would try to take a bus tour today because it was beautiful. I believe the tour was called Brookgreen Gardens 101. No getting off the bus. It was an extremely grand and informative tour. Our driver told us about different "alles" and we drove to different sculptures. Some that I have looked at but loved or didn't understand. The last one we saw was the saddest. I have to say our driver(did not get his name) was very knowledgeable and kept our interest for the duration of the tour. read more

7.24.24 Highly recommend Summer Light: Art by Night. Admission is $30 and hours are 6-10pm. When I called and asked I was told it is not a guided tour and that it could take 1.5-2.5 hours. I believe it can be done in 30 minutes to an hour depending if you take photos or not. It was hot and humid and surprisingly it felt more humid between 8:15-9pm versus when we first arrived around 8. I thought it would cool down at sunset, but that was not the case. The lights illuminate and take better photos at night. Truly an enchanting and exquisite experience. I highly recommend. read more

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We came here for their "Night of a Thousand Candles" Christmas light display. The grounds were beautifully decorated with some incredible light displays. They limit the number of tickets which are sold to prevent an overcrowded experience. You can walk through the grounds at your own pace and enjoy the lights. There are also several shows at various times although we didn't see any of them. read more

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4/9/24: Brookgreen Gardens is a "Must See" when visiting S. Carolina. It's been ages since I visited SC. Brookgreen Gardens was the #1 place to revisit. We were only staying in Charleston for 3 days. Out of those days, the first day would be the best weather wise. So we drove right from the airport to the gardens. Timewise , it took a little over one hour. The gardens were just as lovely as I remembered. Beautiful flowers and many species of trees are everywhere. As you walk, you'll be mesmerized by the magnificent size sculptures of mythological characters, animals and much much more... In addition, poems are displayed throughout the lovely gardens. The garden paths are designed well for those needing assistance. There's a nice café to enjoy a sandwich on the grounds. Big thanks to Volunteer Jim S. He was very friendly and informative about the gardens. Brookgreen Gardens is truly a memorable experience. read more

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The sculptures here are really quite incredible. The oak trees are gorgeous and also provide a decent amount of shade throughout the garden. There are also a few areas that are indoors so you can get a little break from the heat in those areas. The other nice thing was that they had folks around that could help point you in the right direction towards the front of the gardens which was helpful in getting us started. The area of the gardens is a decent size, but what's nice is the tickets are good for multiple days, so you can come back and pick up where you left off. I highly recommend coming here if you are in the area! It was the best thing we did on our trip. read more

Only went for Nights of a thousand candles so this review is based only on that experience. Absolutely breathtaking. Gorgeous for all ages; my husband and I enjoyed it as much as our 3 year old. Count down for the tree lighting, great train displays. 3 food trucks that rotate and a beverage tent with hot chocolate, hot cider, beer and wine. Bottled soda as well. We will come back every year to this event and will also try the gardens in the spring read more

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Wow. What an amazing find amongst touristy Myrtle Beach. These gardens remind me of a smaller version of the Getty Villa in LA. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous. The zoo and playground for children were very nice and thoughtful. I wasn't expecting the second half of the gardens to be some of the most beautiful grounds I've seen on the east coast. The poetry garden, sculptures, and labyrinth were stunning. The Spanish moss, live oaks and Magnolia trees, ugh-such southern charm. The view facing the sculpture of Dionysus is the best view in the place. It just kept getting better. The boat ride was 45 minutes long and very affordable ($12 adults, $8 kids). We saw 15+ alligators and multiple types of water fowl. The cafe had good food, although it was pricey but that was to be expected. It is a lot of walking but there are shuttles. It was worth the blisters on my feet. We were there when it opened and I would have been there when it closed if I didn't have to peel myself away for other plans. Skip the aquarium, the shops, basically skip everything but this place. It is SO worth your time and money. read more

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So much more than I expected. The staff is wonderful. The gardens, architecture, and sculptures are so beautiful!! So glad we made this part of our trip, it was definitely the highlight! Also the restaurant on site has great food. read more

We spent a fabulous day at Brookgreen. We got our steps in while the beautiful foliage and sculptures. The animals were great too! Both the otters and the red fox pit on a show for us. I would love to come back for the Christmas lights, but won't be able to come back over the holidays. read more

Amazing destination if you're in the Pawleys Island area. We frequent this area but never thought to check out this place but so glad we did today. Perfect weather for casually strolling through the gardens, sculptures, museums; the grounds itself. A we especially enjoyed the Geechee Gullah display and the Low Country Trail including the Rice Fields and THOSE STUNNING 250 YEAR OLD LIVE OAKS! The zoo was a nice treat also. We missed as much as we saw just getting tired but your tickets are good for 7 days so take your time. We enjoyed it so much we bought a family membership There are metal and cast sculptures everywhere so if you're an art enthusiast this is the place for you! read more

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Event reported as opening at 4:00 PM but when we arrived at 3:50 there were already more than 50 cars ahead of us. Getting there early meant we had to park farthest away. When leaving at 6:30 PM we had to merge with very heavy arriving traffic but no one would let us merge in. A nightmare getting out! read more

Very nice place. Lot of things to look at. Could easily spend all day here just walking around and looking around. This was our first time MB area and we aren't big beach go-ers so needed other things to do. This was great. The tickets are good for a week too. So can go back every day read more

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Really something everyone should do, whether you're into art, history, animals, plants or just fresh air. Lots of great photo opps, and different parking areas to help you either A) walk a lot, or B) walk a little. Prepare for the elements and know your weather thresholds. We spent probably 2 hrs walking the park, seeing sculptures, gardens, the petting zoo, entering the aviary zoo area, looking for alligators in their enclosure, red foxes, and seeing a rice field. (Was not aware South Carolina was a rice producer - shame on me!) Missed the otter exhibit and the butterfly exhibit wasn't open, but loved the ambiance and lack of crowds. You're $22 fee is good for 7 consecutive days. You can purchase tickets in advance, or at the ticket office (which I believe is at the entrance of the road, which we missed), or you can pay at the guard gate. Soda machines, restrooms and a concession area are available. Please don't feed the animals! read more

It was too much walking for kids. We were at 3 miles and barely saw anything. This place would be great if they had golf carts or even bikes to rent. I love walking but on an 85 degree day it's not pleasant. Your tickets are good for 7 days so that's a plus. read more

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This is a beautiful plantation-style garden, with acres and acres of greenery and flowers, sculptures, and oak trees with Spanish moss. We arrived on a Wednesday evening when they have extended hours for Art in the Park. The weather did not cooperate, however, and there were severe thunderstorm warnings, so we only spent a brief time outside admiring the gardens. Then we ate dinner at Austin's Heritage restaurant in the pavilion. It was a wonderful meal. I would love to return when I have more time to linger and stroll around. read more

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These gardens were huge! They had so much to see from sculptures, gardens, zoo, and more. The admission price also gives you free access with your receipt for 7 days back unto grounds. Unfortunately, we only had 1 day here but we definitely could have used another day for sure. The zoo was very small but that's to be expected, they really focused on the animals you would find the South Carolina area. I didn't check out the cafe or restaurant so I have no idea what was offered. I think I spent about 3 hours here just walking around so wear good walking shoes! Although, they do have a shuttle service. They also had great volunteers walking around that knew so much about the area and could answer any questions. I would definitely love to come back, specifically got 'Night of a Thousand Lights' and would recommend! read more

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Always go good experience. Cool plants and trees and a Christmas light show like none other. Restaurant is pretty good and volunteers are always helpful to answer questions. Go and enjoy the visit. read more

Visiting Myrtle Beach for the first time in quite a few years and I had to revisit Brookgreen Gardens and it did not disappoint. Right away I noticed the growth and new editions to the property. First we had lunch at Austin's Harvest restaurant which was a very relaxing atmosphere and good food. Next we caught the shuttle to the low country historical area to learn more about the history. When done there we hopped back on the shuttle to get dropped off at the zoo. The animal habitats are spaced out quite a bit and we were really a bit too tired to explore them all at once. We realized why an admission to the gardens is good for a week which enables you to space your visit out over a few days. It's so much to see and explore that you just have to. So we shortened our zoo visit in order to have some time in the sculpture gardens. This to me is the highlight of the gardens. Beautiful unique and quite interesting pieces of sculptured art throughout a very beautifully created and designed garden creates a relaxing garden getaway. I felt like I was in an enchanted garden. Again it was too much to really explore and enjoy in one day; this calls for a return visit. But for today it was a wonderful and delightful awakening of all the senses--sight (the beauty of the plants, flowers the art and the animals), smell (flowers and the fresh air) , touch, hearing (the sound of the birds, people chatting, construction and taste (the food). Brookgreen Gardens is a great place to visit. read more

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Wow just wow! The Night of 1000 candles was an amazing event! So easy to get in and out of this event. They had several lanes checking tickets so the car line moved very quickly with ample parking. When we arrived, we were given a map of the grounds, which was very helpful. The lights were spectacular. We really enjoyed the tree lighting ceremony as well. We really enjoyed the food trucks as well! I think this will be a yearly event for us. Highly recommend! read more

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Excellent walking experience. The weather was cool and great for strolling outside. The trails were clearly marked and clean. The sculptures were beautiful, historic, and labeled. The entire garden is a pleasurable location to visit. read more

Brookgreen Gardens - Harriet Tubman sculpture. - Museums Near Me - Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

The history behind the gardens is fascinating. We didn't know that rice plantations were plentiful in this region versus tobacco. The gardens are extensive and you'll need good walking shoes. I was glad we visited in winter because I can't imagine doing this in the summer heat. I was surprised to see flowers in bloom in January but there were some. Essentially it's a huge botanical garden type thing with some history and a few indoor exhibits. Oh and a mini zoo. It's a plethora of things! It was worth the admission cost but I don't see coming back again in the one week window. We spent 2 full hours there possibly 2.5. read more

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Garden is located in Murrel's Inlet as actual address. Admission is $20 per adult. That fee gives you access to everything on the grounds including sculptures, gardens, lowcountry zoo, children storybook houses, walking paths. The admission price also gives you free access w receipt for 7 days back unto grounds. Are given map of the grounds which I relied on a lot. The labrynth was disappointing although, I was expecting a giant shrub maze, not even close. The lowcounrty zoo is limited to farm animals, honey bees, deer that weren't visible, otters, turtles, ducks, and a butterfly enclosure that was closed on this day. There is a shuttle across grounds runs from 10-2. A few cafe are available for pre-made items. Bring your walking shoes as the area is spread out. Amazing picnic locales, come for the serenity of SC nature on a warm summer or spring day. read more

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Beautiful place so much to see needed to do it in two days. Cute little zoo great if you have kids there is a nice playground.we ate at the restaurant and was very happy. read more

Beautiful is not even close to what a wonderful place this is. The art the gardens the small zoo. It's a slice of heaven.