Welcome to Cypress Gardens

Cypress Gardens sits in South Carolina's Lowcountry, where ancient cypress trees rise from blackwater swamps. You might know us from The Notebook, The Patriot, or Cold Mountain. Hollywood can't get enough of our unique setting, but we're more than just a movie set.

Come sit under the silvery Spanish moss and discover what makes our 170-acre preserve and watery swamp-garden paths so special.

History of Cypress Gardens

See how this unique swamp garden has evolved over the decades.
Learn how we went from a private estate to a beloved public garden through videos and historical documents.

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Contact & Visitor Info

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