The 10 Best Gardens in New York, United States

March 21, 2022 Lashaunda Abraham

New York State has it all – booming metropolises, majestic waterfalls, mountains, wine country, chicken wings. Yes, NYC is a magnet for tourists, but an exploration of the rest of the state can be equally thrilling. The Finger Lakes Wine Region is a vision of serene waters, quaint B&Bs, and pretty vineyards. Movie buffs will love Rochester, home of the George Eastman House and one of the world’s most comprehensive film archives. On your way to Niagara Falls, stop in Buffalo to fuel up on spicy wings.
Restaurants in New York

1. LongHouse Reserve

133 Hands Creek Rd, East Hampton, NY 11937-3808 +1 631-329-3568 [email protected] http://www.longhouse.org
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5.0 based on 112 reviews

LongHouse Reserve

Located in beautiful East Hampton, New York, LongHouse Reserve is a sixteen acre garden with established lawns, ornamental borders, plant collections and outdoor sculpture, planned by the internationally recognized textile designer, Jack Lenor Larsen. Mr. Larsen, along with the recommendations of the LHR Art Committee, has assembled a collection of over 70 sculptures for the gardens. LongHouse Reserve was established in 1991 and reflects founder Jack Lenor Larsen's desire to encourage creativity in gardening and in collecting and everyday living with art.

Reviewed By StephenCr0ss - Dublin, Ireland

Amazing gardens and wonderful place to see. It’s under refurbishment for the winter but the items are still amazing. Recommended

2. E.M. Mills Rose Garden

Thornden Park,, Syracuse, NY +1 315-475-3000 http://www.syracuserosesociety.org/id11.html
Excellent
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5.0 based on 32 reviews

E.M. Mills Rose Garden

Reviewed By foodierichj - Syracuse, United States

This place is beautiful, especially in early summer when all the flowers are in bloom! People often take wedding photos here :)

3. Madoo Conservancy

618 Sagg Main St, Sagaponack, NY 11962-2038 +1 631-537-8200 [email protected] http://www.madoo.org
Excellent
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Madoo is an ever-changing, horticulturally diverse public garden with historic structures established in 1967 by artist, gardener, and writer Robert Dash in the village of Sagaponack, New York. At Madoo, a unique living tribute to the artistic imagination of its founder, we seek to continually engage, educate, and inspire our visitors. We are open Mid-May to Columbus Day weekend. Please email info@madoo for appointments at other times.

Reviewed By Goddessofthegrill - Sagaponack, United States

Went and wandered this amazing place. Met Alejandro who enthusiastically shared his wonderful views and history of Madoo. I almost felt like Alice in wonderland as each corner of the garden offered a new surprise. It’s peaceful and serene in places and other spots are full of the energy of the birds and other folks wandering the trail. It’s a great location, tucked into the way to the beach, and great local farm stands. The winery is close as well, so you can create a magical day just on one street off the main road in the Hamptons.

4. New York Chinese Scholar's Garden

1000 Richmond Ter, Staten Island, NY 10301-1114 +1 718-425-3504 http://snug-harbor.org/botanical-garden/new-york-chinese-scholars-garden/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 129 reviews

New York Chinese Scholar's Garden

The New York Chinese Scholar's Garden is truly unique attraction that adds new dimension to our understanding of life in ancient China and serves as the perfect setting for a host of multi-cultural events. It features magnificent rockery that resemble mountains that inspired the poetry and paintings of Confucian, Buddhist and Taoist monks and other scholars. Visitors can explore eight pavilions, a bamboo forest path, waterfalls, a Koi-filled pond, Chinese calligraphy, and a variety of Ghongshi scholar's rocks including a 15-foot formation that towers over the central courtyard. The Garden is a compilation of different gardens in China. It is based on Ming Dynasty Gardens (1368-1644). The New York Scholar's garden is the one of two authentic scholar's gardens in the United States. A team of 40 Chinese artists and craftsmen spent a year in China creating the Garden's components and another six months in Staten Island as craftsmen-in-residence at Snug Harbor to complete the construction. The Chinese Scholar's Garden at Snug Harbor is one of only two authentic scholar's gardens in the United States.

5. New York Botanical Garden

2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10458-5153 +1 718-817-8700 http://www.nybg.org
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4.5 based on 2,573 reviews

New York Botanical Garden

Located in the Bronx, just 20 minutes from Midtown Manhattan via Metro North Railroad, the 250-acre New York Botanical Garden is a showplace of nature in every season of the year and a must-see destination for NYC visitors. Discover 50 breathtaking gardens, indoor rain forests and deserts, 50 acres of native forest, a river, waterfalls, and rolling green hills. Major seasonal exhibitions and events complement the existing beauty of the permanent gardens, and highlights include the Holiday Train Show (November - January) and The Orchid Show (March - April). NYBG is the perfect excursion for visitors looking to experience the natural beauty of New York City.

Reviewed By vickibird2015 - Weedon, Canada

Hawaii in miniature in the Bronx! An excellent experience because the free tram ride round the gardens was an extra delight and the boutique and testaurant good too!

6. Northern Dutchess Botanical Gardens

389 Salisbury Tpke, Rhinebeck, NY 12572-3025 +1 845-876-2953 http://www.ndbgonline.com
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Northern Dutchess Botanical Gardens

7. Suffolk County Farm & Education Center

350 Yaphank Ave, Yaphank, NY 11980-9645 +1 631-852-4600 http://ccesuffolk.org/suffolk-county-farm
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

Suffolk County Farm & Education Center

8. Brooklyn Botanic Garden

990 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225-1008 +1 718-623-7200 [email protected] http://bbg.org
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,454 reviews

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an urban botanic garden situated on 52 acres in the heart of Brooklyn, fostering delight and curiosity in the world of plants while inspiring an appreciation and sense of stewardship of the environment. The Garden also offers weddings and private event catering at the Palm House and Atrium, in a beautiful outdoor setting. Please note, Brooklyn Botanic Garden is open year-round, but hours vary seasonally. Be sure to visit bbg.org/visit before plan your visit.

Reviewed By WorldTravla7 - Cairns, Australia

I loved the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens and found them incredibly peaceful and relaxing, not to mention stunning in their variety and beauty - just what needed after almost 2 weeks in a pretty crazy city. I also preferred the intimate design over the larger NYC Botanic Gardens in the Bronx. They shoot major productions here (I recognised several parts of the Gardens immediately in Episode 2 of the Netflix series ‘Maniac’ with Emma Stone). Highlights include: - Cherry blossom trees! (come in April/May when Cherry Esplanade is at its most floral). - Yellow Magnolia Cafe - quaint cafe in a greenhouse setting where you may spot a movie star (I looked up and saw Michelle Williams sitting a table across from me) - Shakespeare Garden (an English cottage style garden with around 80 plants referred to in Shakespeare’s works) - The Japanese Hill-and-Pond Garden (a traditional Japanese garden and pond with orange torii gate, immaculately kept plants and trees, sculptures, and a gazebo for viewing - The indoor C.V. Starr Bonsai Museum which houses one of the largest collections of bonsai (around 350) outside of Japan All things considered, this is a must do. Perhaps combine it with a day trip to Brooklyn/Prospect Park. Cost is $30 which is not cheap but well worth the spend. You are given a detailed map of the Gardens on entry. Entrance is adjacent to Prospect Park.

9. Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park

Planting Fields Rd., Oyster Bay, NY 11771 +1 516-922-8678 [email protected] http://www.plantingfields.org
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4.5 based on 282 reviews

Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park

Located in Oyster Bay, New York and originally landscaped by the Olmsted Brothers, the grounds feature 409 acres of greenhouses, rolling lawns, formal gardens, woodland paths and outstanding plant collections. The original historic estate buildings remain intact including Coe Hall, a 65-room Tudor Revival mansion designed by Walker and Gillette. The interior of the house is a showcase of artistry and craftsmanship and features a distinctly American aesthetic through original ironwork commissions by Samuel Yellin and murals painted by artists Robert Winthrop Chanler and Everett Shinn. Planting Fields is included in the National Register of Historic Places.

Reviewed By 25sandya - Haddonfield, United States

This was a beautiful park in which to spend a couple hours on a low key vacation. While we did not manage to walk all the trails in our limited time here, we enjoyed what we saw immensely, and had the place almost to ourselves. I would love to come back in the spring when more flowers are blooming. Do not miss the main greenhouse! The cactus, begonia and orchid branches were great, as well as the wonderful tropical plants and trees in the main section. The dahlia garden was very nice. Also of note, the Sensory garden and Italian garden. After Labor Day, the $8 per car fee is only collected on weekends.

10. Old Westbury Gardens

71 Old Westbury Rd, Old Westbury, NY 11568-1603 +1 516-333-0048 [email protected] http://www.oldwestburygardens.org/
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4.5 based on 419 reviews

Old Westbury Gardens

Old Westbury Gardens, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is the former country estate of John S. Phipps and his wife Margarita Grace Phipps. Opened to the public in 1959 with the mission of preserving a part of Long Island’s heritage, Old Westbury Gardens is an extraordinary example of a gracious era. Built in 1906 by the English designer George A. Crawley, Westbury House is a magnificent country house reflecting English architecture of the late 1600s and early 1700s The house is furnished with fine English antiques and decorative arts and remains virtually intact from the more than 50 years of the family’s residence. The estate includes over 70 acres of landscaped formal and informal gardens. An additional 160 acres of fields and woodlands surround the estate.

Reviewed By gaharris10 - Yonkers, United States

During the summer of 2017, I brought and treated my fiancé, Kathy (she’s now my wife) and myself for a visit and tour of the Old Westbury Garden. We were immediately captivated by the gorgeous mansion, Westbury House, and enthralled by the magnificent formal gardens of Old Westbury Mansion. When visiting the Westbury House, my wife and I deeply impressed with the mansion’s numerous furnishings and the beautifully decorated rooms such as the “West Porch,” the “White Drawing Room” and the “Red Ballroom.” In addition to visiting the Westbury House, my wife and I also took part in a guided tour of the estate’s formal gardens. During our tour, we learned about the history of Old Westbury Gardens, and it’s builder and one time owner, John Schaefer Phipps of the Phipps Family, a prominent American family that descended from Henry Phipps Jr, a wealthy and influential businessman and philanthropist. Not only did the tour guide provide a comprehensive description of the Phipps Family, but she also took the time to showcase and discuss the site’s multiple gardens such as the “ enchanted walled garden” and “ exquisite rose garden.” All in all, my wife and I highly were highly impressed and awestruck by the beauty and grandeur of the Old Westbury Garden!!! If you are looking to be swept away by majestic landscape, gardens and architecture, then you should definitely visit and take the time to explore this iconic Long Island attraction!!!

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