It was my first time in the city, and I had some downtime to visit some nature-y spots. Lyndale Park was one of my favorites! I did enjoy the Peace Garden side more than the Rose Garden side (the roses were not in bloom at the time I traveled there), but they still had other beautiful plants and flowers there. This was such a good place to ground down and be one with nature. There are porto potties, paid parking (not expensive), and even a bird sanctuary trail. read more

Lyndale Park Rose Garden - Peace Garden - Parks Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This is truly one of the most beautiful spots in the metro area. During high season - mid to late summer - the rose garden is so lush and spectacular. It is so peaceful. I always bring my out of town guests here and they are in awe. it's also a perfect spot for date night for a walk before or after dinner. Love sitting by the fountain or setting up a picnic under the trees in the park on the hill on a sunny afternoon. read more

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Amazing place to walk around or hang out and have a birthday party or just chill with friends. Lots of space to put frisbee or run around to take pictures of all the amazing flowers. The roses are usually in bloom early June but they have lots of other flowers in rotation so there's always something in blume. Free parking all over. Porta pottys. Water fountains and most things you need for an amazing Minnesota outdoor experience. read more

Lyndale Park Rose Garden - Parks Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This is one of my favorite spots in the city! Lake Harriet is a Great Lake to walk around, kayak, get ice cream, catch a concert in the park and get a little piece of nature in the city. I love all the green open spaces, the beautiful gardens and fountains. The roses weren't out but that was okay because the tulips and trees were gorgeous. Lots of people were out just walking or sitting in the grass with a book. read more

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A beautiful stop during your walk around lake Harriet. The gardens have something new blooming spring summer and fall. Today we were there admiring the daffodils, ornamental trees flowering and the peonies are popping up - can't wait for those to flower in June. There are always lots of people, dogs and picnickers. Today we saw a couple having professional photos taken. You can walk to the bandshell from here to get ice cream. read more

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Minneapolis hidden gem! The rose garden is right off Lake Harriet. It is among gorgeous houses lake views. Free parking is available along the lake. There is also a pay lot. It is a great spot for photos or to walk your dog. I loved enjoying the beautiful weather and admiring all of the flowers! read more

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Free, peaceful rose garden just off Lake Harriet (I always thought it was called Lake Harriet Rose Garden). It has more than just roses-come and plan to spend sometime here exploring all the flowers! Best way to get here is to bicycle in. No parking problems! Just turn off of the Lake Harriet Bicycle Trail onto Roseway Road. If you're up for it-the Peace Garden (rock garden) is on the other side of Roseway Road. read more

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Where do I even start with Lyndale Park Rose Garden? It holds a special place in my heart. I absolutely love the stunning rose garden, the serene Japanese garden, and the beautiful views of Lake Harriet. This area has been the backdrop for many of my birthdays and special moments. It's a fantastic spot for a picnic, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting. Plus, finding parking is always a breeze. If you're looking for a lovely place to relax, enjoy nature, or celebrate special occasions, Lyndale Park Rose Garden is a gem that's hard to beat. read more

Beautiful nature in the city proper. Minneapolis is full of hidden gems in plain sight, the Lyndale park rose garden is a must see! And so close to lake Harriet read more

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The Rose Garden has been around for over a hundred years and I've ran hundreds of miles around this area and this is the first time I've actually walked through the garden, I'll have to come back for more pictures when there are actual roses blooming...hahaha No need to wait though, there are already many different types of flowers in bloom. Hopefully as spring comes around the fountain will be turned on to enjoy. read more

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A rose garden next to the lake with parking available. Minneapolis thank you for giving the public the chance to appreciate the beauty of nature and flowers in particular. The parking lot is next to a Japanese garden of sorts and did I mention it's adjacent to lake Harriet. Joie de vivre! read more

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This garden is amazing, so many rose and flower varieties, many of which are labeled, plus fountains. Be sure and visit the Peace (Rock) Garden garden on the west side of Roseway Rd, and take in Robert's bird sanctuary which is a pleasant, shaded path through native vegetation to the Lake Harriet Band Shell. read more

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We explored the bird sanctuary and rose garden today and wow...phenomenal!!! Beautiful and peaceful. Trails and flowers and open space! Great for all ages! I will definitely be back!! read more

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FREE & BEAUTIFUL! Especially during this strange time with COVID-19, now is the best moment to get out in nature and get your daily movement in. This garden is so well-cared for and such a treasure in Minneapolis. As spring turns into summer and then into fall, this garden takes on a new look and vibe with each season. Try to visit it at each stage and you will enjoy the way the plants and overall scene change. Perfect space for a romantic stroll with your partner or a place where your kiddos can roam and be in awe of all the colors and wildlife they see! read more

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I didn't get to walk around too much of it, but it was an exceedingly nice park. The bird sanctuary adjacent to it is heavily wooded with well maintained trails and also worth checking out If you've already parked here. read more

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Always a gorgeous and serene sanctuary to visit..and it's free...right here in Minnesota! I'm updating this review in 2020 a strange time with COVID-19 with all the restaurants closed and summer activities like the State Fair cancelled, so my friends and I decided to visit this amazing garden for a summer picnic! Yes, there was rain, but the Rose Garden has a little shelter with picnic tables so we were still able to enjoy our picnic. It's summer, so the rain did let up and we still were able to walk around after the picnic to enjoy the flowers. I didn't forget to take pictures this time around! LOVE! read more

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Volunteers here really do a stellar job. I would say this is in the top 10 must see gardens in the Twin Cities, along with the Iris Gardens!

Bless this blissful sanctuary. The Peace Garden is a real tranquil treat off of Lake Harriet. It's a lush Japanese-style garden with walking paths and beautiful landscaping. I love the colorful yet soothing array of trees, rocks, bushes, flowers, alllll of ittt. There are benches to sit, a small water fall/fountain, sculptures, walking bridges... nice mindful touches. I've seen people come here to just chill, draw, stroll, fold paper cranes, and I've even seen special little events like a traditional tea ceremony. I just wish people wouldn't blast their own music or videos on their cell phone, but it might be a good opportunity to practice meditating and try to zen those nuisances dafuq out of there. Lastly, the location is amazing! In walking distance: bird sanctuary, the lake, and rose garden. read more

Lyndale Park Rose Garden - Parks Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This is a very popular place in the summer. There's about one and a half acres of the garden, and you can find roses of different colors. It gets really, really crowded. It's free admission. Popular for weddings. Easy to get to with walking but there is paid parking if you're driving. read more

I've been here twice now. Gorgeous, well kept up, extremely spacious, clean park! There are SO many perfect spots for photography or just peacefully enjoying a day at the park! Lots of walking paths- both sunshine and thru a forest area. read more

Lyndale Park Rose Garden - Parks Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

A nice place to see a lot of different varieties of roses all in one place. They are arranged in rows so you can stroll down each and enjoy. It's very aromatic too-- you can smell all the blooming roses as you walk through. The section that has roses is a bit small, but there's also a Japanese garden across the street as well as a Bird Sanctuary. And of course, there's Lake Harriet nearby as well. Due to the set-up of plantings being in rows with no other trees/shrubbery/greenery around, it's all very uniform and "strict" feeling, so it didn't feel quite as magical to me as it would've if there had been meandering paths to explore and whatnot. However, considering the age of the rose garden, I can only imagine a lot of how it is set up/arranged is historical homage as much as anything. Would've been interesting to see some placards or info about the history of the garden available to the public, but I didn't see any around. There is public parking nearby, metered (you can use your phone/app to pay). read more

Best Rose Garden in Minneapolis and right next to Lake Harriet. Tons of roses of different types and colors. This is a must see each summer. The best time to come is in July. It's a photographer's dream! There is also a Japanese zen garden in the area as well. This would be a great place for a romantic picnic. read more

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One of my favorite rose garden in the US! Reminds me a bit of the Rose Garden in Regents Park, London where I use to frequent with my mother when I was a young girl. Lyndale park rise garden is absolutely gorgeous. The colors are vibrant and the flowers look fresh and lively. There are name tags which are helpful if you want to know the names of the roses and other flowers. There is a regal Roman-inspired fountain and the sounds of the water falling coupled with the sight of beautiful roses makes for a peaceful afternoon. Every time I am in Minneapolis/St Paul for work I always make time to come here (except for in the winter of course). It's the perfect afternoon to walk around Lake Harriet, entertain your senses in the rose garden and then have a meal somewhere in the Lyn/Lake district, followed by a cup of coffee at Common Grounds. This has become my Minneapolis ritual when I am lucky to get work out there! read more

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One of the world's greatest mysteries to me is how have I lived in Minneapolis for (almost) 3 years and never heard of this place before?? Why is there not more hype about it? This place was like some secret, hidden, magical land I had no idea existed, but was basically in my backyard this whole time?? Don't get me wrong, I think Minneapolis is a beautiful place but it definitely felt like I was somewhere else. So I had a few hours to spare and wanted to get some nature time in so I turned to my trusted yelpers to guide me. I was only a mile or so from the Lyndale Park Rose Garden so I decided to check it out. I first went to the rose garden. There were patches of flowers in bloom, and it looked like many more yet to bloom yet it was still so beautiful. The colors were phenomenal. I kept on walking and ventured to the Peace Garden. It lives up to its name pretty well and was super beautiful and peaceful. There were so many pretty colors, a water fountain, and again, it just looked like it's own little world. There is a small trail in a tree-filled area (my nature vocab is limited guys) and it was really peaceful. It is all right by Lake Harriet and feels like you get to explore all these different areas yet they are all so close to one another. My favorite part of living in Minneapolis is that it is the perfect combo of city and nature. When you need a break from the hustle-bustle I would absolutely recommend checking this place out. It's great. read more

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This is one of the most beautiful parks in the Twin Cities. In the summer it is full of couples having wedding photos taken, and little kid's birthday parties. The rose garden is in full bloom in mid-June and is breathtaking. I have many fond memories taking nice walks here and I hope you find that it brings you the same. read more

Lyndale Park Rose Garden - The iconic turtle fountain. - Parks Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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It's a small fenced in garden that has rows of roses. It's flat. The roses are typically covered in mating insects (beetles). However, there is a wide variety and unique selection of species. There are no climbing roses or trellises, though. just bush roses. I appreciate the old Art Deco copper water fountains near the rose ensemble. They are patina ridden and antiqued, gorgeous! A few stone benches accompany the centerpiece fountain with a collection of wild flowers surrounding in a circular garden. What makes this garden desirable is the location. Right near the lakes and the Chinese origami crane garden. In April/may when the cherry trees are in prime it's breathe taking. If you can, take advantage of the enchantment while they are in bloom. They don't last long with the random bipolar Minnesota weather. read more

Beautiful place to take pictures! and a nice walk time go on. The gardens are very neat and clean! Love going there for some fresh air

The best public park in Minneapolis for mindfulness, reading, contemplativeness, or just to take the kids. Also one of the most romantic parks in all of the twin cities. There is a beautiful sculpture at the east end of the park and lovely walking paths. I love the style of the landscaping and the plant varietals that were selected for this park. There is also a beautiful water feature. read more

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A beautiful location in Minneapolis with multiple gardens. Recently visited here several times in the Spring and early Summer. The traditional Rose Gardens are lovely, and draw wedding parties and others for photographs - and include some tulip gardens early in the season. Across the street are multiple gardens that are at least as important - the Hummingbird and Butterfly Gardens, the Perennial Trial Gardens, and the Peace Gardens. All lovely places to spend some time. read more