White Point Gardens and the Battery

Located in Charleston, Charleston County, SC.

Located in the heart of Charleston′s historic district, this prominent landmark provides a spectacular view of Charleston Harbor, where the Ashley and Cooper rivers empty into the Atlantic Ocean. It was first used as a public garden in 1837. With the outbreak of the Civil War, it became a fortification for the city. Today, you will also find an impressive display of historic weaponry used to shell and defend the city.

Videos	White Point Garden Bandstand
Features and facilities	Historic features Gardens Walking paths
Water Features	Ashley River Cooper River Charleston Harbor
Public Restrooms	No (unfortunately)
Hours	Always open
Admission	Free
How to get there	Located in downtown Charleston at the intersection of East Battery and Murray Blvd. Browse the National Map of the area Browse a Google Map of the area Latitude 32.7699, Longitude -79.9304

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