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Lead image from the original R&M Riverbanks Botanical Gardens Columbia, South Carolina album

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Riverbanks Botanical Gardens Columbia, South Carolina

The garden changes dramatically through the year, from spring blossoms to summer color and holiday lights. The restored ruins of an 1830s textile mill and the river overlook add history and texture beyond the planted beds.

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The Story of Riverbanks Botanical Gardens Columbia, South Carolina

Riverbanks Botanical Garden covers 70 acres on the west side of the Saluda River in Columbia. Formal gardens, wooded paths, seasonal displays and historic ruins connect with Riverbanks Zoo across the river.

LocationRiverbanks Botanical Gardens Columbia, South Carolina
Known ForThe garden changes dramatically through the year, from spring blossoms to summer color and holiday lights. The restored ruins of an 1830s textile mill and the river overlook add history and texture beyond the planted beds.
Adventure StyleRoad Trip • Walking • Photography
R&M Photo DateFeb 24, 2021 – Apr 13, 2023
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Riverbanks Botanical Gardens Columbia, South Carolina in Context

Riverbanks Botanical Garden covers 70 acres on the west side of the Saluda River in Columbia. Formal gardens, wooded paths, seasonal displays and historic ruins connect with Riverbanks Zoo across the river.

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What Makes It Special

The garden changes dramatically through the year, from spring blossoms to summer color and holiday lights. The restored ruins of an 1830s textile mill and the river overlook add history and texture beyond the planted beds.

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Interesting Facts

The garden opened in 1995. A pedestrian bridge links the garden with the zoo side of the Riverbanks campus.

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Explore our R&M Adventures photographs to see seasonal blooms, fountains, pathways and Saluda River scenery in the garden.

R&M Road & Place Story Connection

The Story of Riverbanks Botanical Gardens Columbia, South Carolina

Riverbanks Botanical Garden covers 70 acres on the west side of the Saluda River in Columbia. Formal gardens, wooded paths, seasonal displays and historic ruins connect with Riverbanks Zoo across the river.

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