5.0Longwood Gardens(4.422 reviews) - Very Nice Visit Tuesday: Spent More than 3 hours Gardens • Scenic Walking Areas • Fountains
In 1906, industrialist Pierre du Pont (1870-1954) purchased a small farm near Kennett Square, PA, to save a collection of historic trees from being sold for lumber. Today, Longwood Gardens is one of the world’s great horticultural displays, encompassing 1,077 acres of dazzling gardens, woodlands, meadows, fountains, 10,010-pipe Aeolian organ and 4.5-acre conservatory. Longwood continues the mission set forth by Mr. du Pont to inspire people through excellence in garden design, horticulture, education and the performing arts, through programming that includes exhibitions, musical performances by leading artists, renowned horticulture education programs, horticulture research, environmental stewardship and community engagement.See more..
A green oasis in the middle of Pittsburgh’s vibrant Oakland neighborhood, Phipps has provided a world-class garden experience to its visitors since 1893. Visit to discover breathtaking seasonal flower shows and special exhibits, a nationally-recognized orchid collection, butterflies, botanical gardens, fun family activities, and much more.See more..
4.5Hershey Gardens(1.433 reviews) - Sweet treat to escape Hershey park Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Gardens
Open year-round, Hershey Gardens' Milton & Catherine Hershey Conservatory features an indoor, tropical Butterfly Atrium, where guests can experience hundreds of butterflies and tropical plants. Opened in 1937, the 23-acre outdoor garden features a renowned rose garden, magnificent theme gardens, colorful seasonal displays, and a whimsical Children's Garden.See more..
I visit the arboretum every time I visit State College, twice a year at least. The place is different each time, with seasonal blooms brightening the day. Beautiful lotus pond. Plenty of signage for those who are curious about plant names. They just opened a new section designed for attracting pollinators. Tucked around behind the restrooms is a paved area which is etched to represent the local watershed, showing all the local creeks and rivers. Interesting perspective. The children's area is well laid out and should prove stimulating for young kids. There are plenty of shaded and sunny benches scattered throughout the arboretum. Best free attraction in town. Note that construction has just begun on the new art museum next door, so the free parking lot no longer exists. Park next door for $1 per hour. See more..
Thirty acres of a 1913 estate fashioned into a series of formal gardens including a meadow, woodland with shrubs and a produce garden.See more..
4.5Morris Arboretum(456 reviews) - Holiday Train Display Does Not Disappoint! Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania is a historic public garden and educational institution. It promotes an understanding of the relationship between plants, people and place through programs that integrate science, art and the humanities.See more..
Located on the Ben Franklin parkway, The Barnes Foundation is known for its enviable collection of impressionist and modern art and just as important, the environmentally-conscious building which showcases them. Albert C. Barnes founded the museum after collecting several major works but he also wanted to emphasize nature and her environs. His namesake institution, therefore, made a concerted effort to blend the showcasing of art in harmony with nature. The building relies on natural light to illuminate her galleries; pools of water outside to install calm; and courtyards filled with trees and nature. Contactless ticketing is in effect and there is close monitoring of capacity levels in the galleries. The collection features African art; antiquities from China, Egypt and Greece; impressionist and modern art; Native American art; objects from around the world; and famous works from Paul Cézanne, Henri Matisse, Amedeo Modigliani, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and more.See more..
We spent many hours walking the trails at Bowman’s Wildflower Preserve. the day was just lovely. The trails were in excellent condition and easily walked. Wonderful place to spend a day. Take a lunch and eat near the pondSee more..
4.0Pittsburgh Botanic Garden(89 reviews) - Beautiful and peaceful Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Gardens
Pittsburgh Botanic Garden inspires people to value plants, garden design and the natural world by cultivating plant collections of the Allegheny Plateau and temperate regions, creating display gardens, conducting educational programs and conserving the environment.See more..
In June of 2001, I lost my son Joseph shortly after birth. Lehigh Valley hospital had a program where at their expense you have the option of sprinkling your babies ashes there. If you ever notice, back by the one gazebo towards the stream is a plaque in the ground stating here lies my child. Some may feel uncomfortable with my decision, but for me there is no other place i would like to pay my respects to my son Joseph because he lies with beautiful roses, baby birds flying. Very comforting to me to visit him there. The only thing that is missing are the harps playing angel music. So next time you visit or visit for the 1st time know they are angels guiding over of of you. ❤See more..
4.5Jenkins Arboretum & Garden(51 reviews) - A Spring Gem! Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Gardens
May is a perfect time to visit this small, but beautiful, arboretum. They have a wonderful selection of azaleas and rhododendron. Plus, many unusual spring flowers. The plants are all well labeled. It is free to visit, but you can make a donation. They also have plants for sale. And, they have bathrooms.See more..
Excellent garden center with a beautiful, nice sized gift shop. Prices are higher than most but the quality is unbeatable on their plants, shrubs and hanging baskets. They have a wonderful variety and you are sure to find what you are looking for. The staff are the most helpful, knowledgeable and readily available with any questions that you may have. See more..
Stoneleigh is a beautiful, free attraction, just minutes from I-476 and a stone's throw from Villanova University. The former home of the Haas family, the grounds have been preserved as a beautiful public garden. It is a great place to walk around, see some beautiful flowers, or even relax and enjoy nature. The terrain is mostly flat, and there are paths for most of the walking. Entry is free, and there is a free parking lot as well. The Philadelphia area is lucky to have so many public gardens to walk through - so many, that there is even a passport to keep track of everywhere to go! Check out the America's Garden Capital website for more informationSee more..
We heard about this place for my friend that lives nearby there. My oldest daughter had her senior pictures done and the Rose garden. It was free, open to the public and beautiful. The entire park is nice. But the Rose gardens are definitely worth checking out.See more..
4.0The Highlands Mansion and Gardens(15 reviews) - Lovely quiet garden for strolling Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
I stopped by in the late afternoon of July 4th and I was the only one there! It made me feel like it was my personal garden. First let me say, I want to live in that Gardener's Cottage! I would even do the gardening! The house and entire property is beautiful. I like how the garden is divided up into "rooms". I love garden walls and this garden has a few! So much character and charm. The house is beautiful and that barn is one of the most beautiful barns I've ever seen!See more..
4.5Goodell Gardens & Homestead(11 reviews) - Locals Love Goodell Gardens! Tuesday: Gardens Goodell Gardens is one of the best assets in Edinboro! The summer music series brings people together in the community, along with the farmer's markets. The best event, when Covid is over, is the Edinboro Arts and Music Festival..usually in May. This is a beautiful place for a wedding. There are walking trails added this year. Goodell is the hidden Gem of Edinboro!See more..
Wow...what a wonderful experience it is to stroll through these beautiful gardens on a beautiful summer day. Everywhere you look there is something special and/or unique whether by nature or by man. My wife and I spent about 2.5 hours exploring and will need to return as I am sure we missed some hidden gems. We are members of Longwood Gardens and must say Chanticleer is a real PLEASURE.See more..
4.0Welkinweir(10 reviews) - Lovely historic estate and grounds Gardens
219 acres of beautiful nature to explore. The arboretum includes 55 acres of diverse woodlands, meadows , wetlands. and the pinetum There is a state champion Chinese Hackberry on the grounds. The 1935 Mansion can be let for private events. Admission is free but a donation is appreciated.See more..
4.5Dreamscapes Watergardens(5 reviews) - Butterfly house is great Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Gardens Dreamscapes in an Award Winning Watergarden Installation, Renovation and Maintenance Business.See more..
The daylilies are amazing, row after row of them, but the perennials are equal in beauty. Bring your lunch and eat under the arbor or just in a chair looking at the lilies. Roam, savor the aroma, and shop...The Lambertson's are friendly and welcoming. They are only open in July and August so make a plan to be there next year!!! Out in the country but well worth the trip from any place. DO NOT MISS!!!See more..
Stopped here while passing through town. Beautiful place to walk around. Felt very much at peace. Lots of beautiful religious statues and gardens. The friars should market this more and host programs as I think it would be a wonderful place to go on pilgrimage/retreat for Catholics in the northeast (though obviously you don’t have to be Catholic to enjoy the gardens). Also recommend Saint Michael’s Basilica. Would love to visit again.See more..
Found this place on our way home from Penns Cave. Free to look around. Self guided. All outdoor. It is someone’s house. Lots of unique trees with signage. Lots of sculptures peppered throughout your walk. Nature maze & looks to be a cool hangout for a bbq & Fire. Definitely a must stop if you’re in the area. See more..
5.0Zamboni Park(2 reviews) - Beautiful river view Parks • Gardens What an incredible place to watch the ice flows on the Susquehanna River. You can turn around toward town and enjoy the murals.See more..
5.0Remember Me Rose Garden(1 review) - Beautiful Memorial! Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Gardens
The “Remember Me” Rose Garden – Flight 93 is located across from the Flight 93 National Memorial Park on 13 acres. The rose, a beautiful symbol of love, concern and sympathy, is America’s national flower. So, it is the perfect flower to honor those who died on September 11, 2001. The names of these special roses are: Firefighter, Soaring Spirits, Forty Heroes, We Salute You, The Finest, Patriot Dream, Survivor, and Wings of Courage. These roses can be purchased at your local nursery. The rose industry has been generous and supportive in this endeavor and a percentage of the proceeds from the sale of “Remember Me” roses will be donated to the “Remember Me” Rose Gardens. The Rose Garden is a living memorial to the memory of the heroes of Flight 93. They have planted a ring of 432 “Julie Andrews” pink rose bushes inside a garden that doubles as a natural 280-feet-in-diameter compass. Boulders form the compass, and 93-foot-long rows of smaller rocks carve out its north, south, east and west directional points – a sign for passing planes above that they are crossing into an area where United Flight 93 fell. There is a fountain in the center with 40 rocks engraved with each of the names of the passengers and crew of Flight 93. They have a circle of benches to provide a place for quiet reflection. In Cross Plaza, you find the 16-foot-tall wooden cross that became one of the first items placed at the original, makeshift Flight 93 memorial in September 2001 surrounded by 20 rocks. Encircling the garden is “Ryan’s Trail”, a ½ mile walking trail with teakwood benches for rest, prayer and meditation. This is truly a beautiful memorial.See more..
4.0Phs Meadowbrook Farm(1 review) - A small masterpiece of a garden Gardens PHS Meadowbrook is a small jewel of a garden that is entirely free. The house and lands were donated by the Pennock family to the Philadelphia Horticulture Society and employees have done a wonderful job in creating garden “rooms.” It isn’t very big (you can tour the cultivated gardens and adjoining plant shop 30+ minutes), but I highly recommend doing a second lap because you’ll probably overlook some spots on your first pass through and it’s simply lovely to sit and enjoy the plants and water features. Similar to some of the other PA gardens this is a place with attention to the details. You can picnic here as well. The staff is incredibly friendly and happy to answer any questions. At the time I visited, the gardens also featured sculptural art as well, which was a nice touch, and still had a lot of flowers in bloom despite being early Fall. It’s located in a residential area (no public transportation services) that involves some country-like roads. If you’ve never been here before I strongly encourage coming on a nice day. That said, portions of Abington Township (where the gardens are located) are simply stunning so it is a nice place to get “lost” and admire the homes in the area. Note that this garden is only open April-October, hours are limited (Wed-Sat only; closed on Sun) and the garden is definitely not wheelchair/stroller friendly either. Even though this was a hike, we'd absolutely visit this place again next year.See more..
The Bower(0 review) Tuesday: Spent 1-2 hours Gardens Public garden and sculpture park featuring native plant gardens, forest trails and large contemporary sculpture and land artSee more..
