The Secret Garden In South Carolina You’re Guaranteed To Love

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.

That's because the grounds surrounding the Governor's Mansion are divided into squares and different garden "rooms."

Each has its own signature focal point, from benches, to statuary and fountains.

There's even a magnificent arboretum-covered pathway with deliciously fragrant blooms.

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.

Add this positively magical secret garden to your bucket list of South Carolina must-see attractions.

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Robin Jarvis

Robin Jarvis is a travel writer and editor for OnlyInYourState.com with a bachelor's degree in Journalism. Her love for travel has taken her to many parts of the world. She's lived in the Carolinas for nearly three decades and currently resides in Charleston. When she's not working, she loves to cook with friends and check out new adventures. General questions and FAM tours: rjarvis@onlyinyourstate.com.

The Secret Garden In South Carolina You’re Guaranteed To Love

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