Explore Middleton Place

Middleton Place, located at 4300 Ashley River Road, Charleston, South Carolina, is a National Historic Landmark and America’s oldest landscaped gardens, established in 1741 by the Middleton family. This 110-acre plantation offers a stunning blend of history, horticulture, and natural beauty. Stroll through the 65-acre formal gardens, featuring terraced lawns, azaleas, camellias, and reflecting pools, designed in the French style. Visit the House Museum, built in 1755, to see period furnishings and family artifacts. The Stableyards showcase heritage crafts and animals, while the Beyond the Fields tour delves into the plantation’s slavery history, including Eliza’s House, a freedman’s dwelling. Enjoy Lowcountry cuisine at the Middleton Place Restaurant or relax at the Inn. Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, general admission ($29/adults, $10/children 6–13) includes gardens and Stableyards, with guided tours extra. A short 14-mile drive from downtown Charleston, it’s a captivating glimpse into the Lowcountry’s past and beauty.