Founded in 1931, the lush landscapes and evocative sculptures of Brookgreen Gardens have delighted visitors now for over 75 years, a peaceful escape where American figurative sculptures emerge from leafy trees to shape a world half-whimsical. Sprawling over 9,200 acres, the gardens, founded by the Huntington family, meanders from ancient oak to dogwood, elegant fountains to children's garden and palmettos. Be sure to have a look around the associated zoo, featuring alligators, deer, and fox, as well as other native animals, before heading on to see what's on show in the Carroll Campbell Center for American Sculpture; sign up for sculpture workshops offered through Brookgreen Gardens if you're interested in trying your hand at this creative craft.

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