The City of Charm: Things You Can't Miss in Charleston

21. Visit the Charleston Tea Garden – The Only Tea Plantation in North America

Did you know that Charleston is home to the only tea plantation in the U.S.? The Charleston Tea Garden on Wadmalaw Island grows thousands of tea bushes across miles of rolling fields, producing the famous American Classic Tea. Take a trolley tour through the lush plantation, learn how tea leaves are processed, and enjoy a fresh cup of homegrown sweet tea under the warm Southern sun. This unique, off-the-beaten-path experience is a must for tea lovers and those looking to escape the city for a while.