The Botanical Garden is one of my favorite places in the Bronx. Each year I look forward to the Orchid Show and this year's exhibit did not disappoint. Show curator, Mr. Flower Fantastic, crafted a beautiful homage to New York City with taxi trunks, laundry mats, and City Townhouses covered and full of different varieties of orchids. The exhibit is a beautiful colorful display. I would sum the entire walk through of the exhibit at about 30 minutes with the option to join a dance party outside Enid A. Haupt Conservatory and enjoy drinks for purchase and disco music until the exhibit closes for the day. We definitely enjoyed ourself and had a wonderful evening. I can't wait to see what they come up with next year. read more

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I am giving this experience 0/5 stars. The tram service sucks. They have only 2 trams serving the entire area. We waiting at the museum that had nothing but an art gallery. Honestly, go stare at some dirt in Central Park, it will be more worth it than the $39 stupidity this place is. read more

Got free passes from my local library and spent a few hours here. We've been before and we mainly wanted to get some steps in and be outdoors. Parking and tolls were my only cost for the trip, so that's always a bonus. Did the tram tour and that was very nice, but maybe I was just off-season a little. Really only saw 2-3 areas that had flowers. It's a big park and great for a walk, but would have like to have seen more flora - it is a garden, but felt more like we were in the forest - more trees than flowers. All in all still a very nice visit. read more

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I went to the NYBG with my friend for the summer of moomin event! We are fans and loved all of the cute moomin standees and statues around the garden. I had never been before and it's super vast and lovely. I would say that the signage could be better and that the different areas can be far apart from each other, so just keep that in mind! read more

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2026 orchid show was beautiful! We had to go to the bathroom mid way which is a doozy in the conservatory but we were able to start over since we had rushed through most of the show. Sat outside and enjoyed the weather a little afterward. Got some popcorn but it had a weird tasting seasoning on it. The pretzel with mustard was hot and fresh though! read more

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I can't believe I waited so long to visit the New York Botanical Garden, but I finally made a trip up to the Bronx to visit last weekend. I took the Metro North train from Grand Central to the Botanical Garden Station (which is just across the street from one of the entrances to the garden) and arrive just after 10am. I'm so glad I got there when they opened, because the Orchid Show (more about that below) is drawing a crowd! I bought my ticket online, so I was able to walk right up to the gate, have my barcode scanned, grab a map, and rush over to the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory first thing. The orchid show - "The Orchid Show: Mr. Flower Fantastic's Concrete Jungle" - is a incredible orchid show, like nothing I've ever seen before. Rather than a display of orchids, The Orchid Show is art - NYC scenes in floral arrangements: a bus stop, a laundromat, a newsstand, a brownstone, a fire escape, scaffolding, dumpster....you wouldn't think these could be made beautiful floral arrangements, but the NYBG has done it. When I arrived just as they opened, I was able to walk right into the conservatory. When I left around 1pm, there was a very long line to get in (which also means that the crowds inside were probably a hassle). If you're going on a weekend before it closes on 4/26, go early! But it's worth it. After leaving the conservatory, I wandered around the garden for a few hours: Daffodil Hill, the Cherry Collection, the Rock Garden, and walking along the Bridge Trail to the bridge, the Bronx River, and waterfall views were the highlights of my visit to the NYBG. It's a beautiful botanical garden, so expect crowds, especially in the spring when the cherry blossoms are at their peak. The lines at the Pine Tree Cafe will be long, and there will lots of traffic and tons of cars trying to park. It's a beautiful botanical garden and an easy escape from the city. I recommend it on a beautiful day! read more

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This time visit is for their orchid show. It was our first time attending the nighttime show. It quite different on daytime exhibit presentation. There are added music, drinks , food and Photo Booth. Of course , inclusive with the higher conservatory pricing. Nighttime exhibit is quite private, sweet and elegant. I felt like I was on a date. This year theme is very beautiful. The creator presented NYC landmarks in flowery style. I loved each scenery. I enjoyed getting a different view of NY charm. I think this week is your last to see and enjoy the exhibit. Come and have fun. read more

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An oasis in the middle of an urban jungle. I came for the annual orchid show and had a great time. Even though it was crowded, walking through the exhibits didn't feel rushed. Our tickets came with the tram ride and we learned so much about the property. It's massive! All the different areas are beautiful. The crowd on the tram literally gasped when we got to the lilac area. If you're looking for somewhere to enjoy a slow afternoon, come and walk around the grounds. So many lovely areas to take in nature. read more

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I came here this past weekend and it was far up in the Bronx. I took the 4 train to Bedford Avenue and had to transfer to the bus BX25 or BX26 and it leaves you immediately right by the entrance of the NYBG. Since it is December 2025, there's like nothing to see. Most of the whole place is all grassy lawns and trees with no flowers. Kind of boring in my opinion. There are many nice pathways all over the NYBG to walk and enjoy the nice grassy sceneries. The park is very clean and organized with greenhouses of palm trees and big leafy plants. Other than that, there's not much going on unless you going during the spring or summer seasons. The only good thing about the park in the winter is the holiday train show in the conservatory. It is crazy packed even with different show times to fit the amount of people inside the building. Before you go inside the train show, there's a pre show trail with several trains running on tracks on top of big boulders of rock. This event is great for kids. read more

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Stopped by over the weekend to see the orchid show and it was amazing. The weather was perfect. I took the bus tour around and went through the show indoor afterwards, the whole set up looked beautiful with pretty flowers everywhere. It's crowded though! You can also see some cherry blossoms blooming. Definitely worth checking out! read more

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Went to the Winter Train Show hoping for a calm, twinkly evening, but it ended up much more crowded than expected. Even so, once inside, the display was beautiful--warm lights, festive décor, and impressive handcrafted NYC landmarks. The trains running through the miniatures added a nice nostalgic touch. Highlights included the live music with Christmas classics and the spiked hot chocolate. The only real downside was how hard it was to find the entrance; clearer signage would have helped. Overall, though? A festive, cozy, slightly chaotic holiday outing that I'm glad I hopped aboard for read more

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One of my favorite places to visit in NY. I actually purchased an annual membership to make sur I visit more often. The Train Show was incredible, as usual. The last day to visit is January 9th. The grounds are always beautiful year-round. If you haven't been there before, you will want to add it to you list of NY must-sees -- especially if you are a fan of nature, landscaping, flowers, etc. It is head and shoulders above the one in DC. read more

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The Bronx Botanical Garden has always held a special place for me. Whether it was seeing Chihuly, the orchid show, the train display a Christmas time or just cross country skiing around the grounds ... Tonight we came for a Saturday night black tie wedding entering off Mosholu Parkway where we valeted our car. The botanical gardens are the perfect backdrop for a formal wedding. The 250 acres of foliage established in 1891 houses over one million living plants next to the Bronx Zoo. At night, the Conservatory looks spectacular decorated & all lit up. We valet our car at the Garden Terrace room. We Joan outdoor ceremony. The cocktail hour was delicious with a taco & Mediterranean station. Our dinner was delicious; the artisan salad, short rib & caramel ribbon cake were to die for! read more

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I haven't been here in over 10 years. I didn't realize how beautiful this place is. We came for the orchid show which was truly an amazing work of art. We also took the tram around the park. They also serve alcohol which you can enjoy. read more

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Came here for the orchid show. It was extremely beautiful, and when we were here it was also cherry blossom season in full bloom. The botanical gardens was absolutely stunning. read more

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Came here on a Sunday morning to see The Orchid Show/Mr Flower Fantastic's Concrete Jungle. The exhibit inside was bursting with many different types or orchids, and other plants, in different environments and climates. The installation is inside the conservatory and takes about 45 minutes to walk through. After finishing there, we walked all over the grounds, which amounted to over 10,000 steps. Unfortunately, nothing was really in bloom thanks to this crazy East Coast weather. Although we did make friends with a black squirrel But I'm sure come May, the NYBG will be bursting all over. Don't leave without visiting the gift shop read more

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First time here, for the Holiday Train Show. Wish we had more time but bought the membership so will be back. Spectacular is my only word. Photos won't do this place justice. Great gift shop, good cafe with yummy choices--dinner was delicious My father owned a business in the Bronx for 35 years...wish we had come here back then... read more

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I came here with my family to see The Orchid Show: Mr. Flower Fantastic's Concrete Jungle at the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. We came in the morning and it was supposed to rain later so the garden was not so crowded. We came in early April so not many flowers had bloomed yet. Some Yoshino cherry blossom trees had bloomed but that's about it. The Orchid Show was great, I really liked all the New York displays like dumpsters, trash cans, bus stops, and train stations with orchids. I would definitely recommend coming earlier in the morning when there's less people since the conservatory can be limited in space in certain areas. read more

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Came to see the Orchid exhibit from Mister Fantastic Flower and was delighted with the whole experience. It was early in the season, so a lot of the outside grounds hadn't quite sprouted yet, but the inside exhibits were beautiful and well taken care of. The grounds are massive so I recommend either taking a tour or wearing some really good shoes if you want to see everything in just one go, but quite frankly there is so much to see that it would probably be in your best interest to do multiple visits! Every season has something new to offer, yes even in the winter with their holiday train and plant exhibit! Everything is well labeled for your information and plenty of learning opportunities for all ages. Any nature lover will be in heaven here. Plenty of ways to get here, driving in, subway/bus, or metro north will all get you there without too much hassle. read more

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NYBG is a New York institution! It's so massive and you need multiple trips just to see everything. Their food options are pretty solid and the staff is also so kind. Plenty of bathrooms on site and an amazing gift shop. I've been to some events here as well and the events always hit it out of the park. read more

New York Botanical Garden - My favorite NYBG event - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Bronx, New York

Founded in the 1800's, the New York Botanical Gardens is a delightful oasis in The Bronx. I have so much to say about our visit here, but to avoid providing a long drawn out review I'll just leave you with this. First, I'd like to say, thank you to my Yelp friend...you know who you are, for providing us complimentary tickets to the NYBG. I have been to many parks, as well as multiple museums but never had the opportunity to visit the Botanical Gardens. I was very grateful for this visit. NYBG is a National Historic Landmark consisting of 250 acres of living plants and trees. There is so much to see here that within the 3 hours that we stayed, we were only able to cover van Gogh's exhibit and the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. To anyone who enjoys natural beauty as we do, set aside some time to visit before the end of October 2025 to see Vincent van Gogh's Flowers. TIPS: - Hours: 10:00am - 6:00pm - van Gogh Display: up thru 10/26/25 - Street Parking Available - Avail of parking on premises for a fee - Annual Memberships available - Gift Shop and Restaurants available read more

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NYBG is a lot smaller than it looks on the map. Or maybe we skipped areas we didn't know about/didn't go to the right spots. To be honest, I never knew this garden was located in the Bronx until I heard about the Holiday Train Show. I was able to get free tickets via work. We went towards the start of its run on a Tuesday in November, to avoid the crowds. There are timed tickets (we got them for 11 AM) that say you have a 15-minute grace period, but luckily, they didn't seem too strict with that. But then again, it was a during the daytime on a weekday. The train show was a bit underwhelming. Maybe it's nicer for Holiday Train Nights? But I would be mad if I actually paid money for this. There wasn't much to see around the rest of the gardens. I'm guessing springtime would be a better time to visit. read more

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I have visited the botanical garden many times before during the spring, summer and their winter show. However this is the first time I go in March. Where not much is happening unless you go to their indoor locations. I went in today, on a Wednesday for free as a New York resident. You do not need to book a ticket in advance and there is not an option to do so for the free option. You still have to make the line at the ticket booth and you will receive a ticket for a grounds only ticket. You have access to the entire garden except the conservatory, and I forgot what other spot. I was not asked for id verifying my address. This was an incredible experience, if you love walking and enjoying nature this will be great for you. There were a few schools visiting, including college, hs and middle school kids. They were very well behaved. The garden is so huge that you feel like you got the area to yourself. I was near the "pool" area that had a beautiful waterfall with a few sitting areas around. I stood there for the majority of my visit, I was incredibly relaxed. I was so inlove with the view that I immediately felt connected to god because ofcourse it's his creation, I pulled out my Bible app and for the next hour did a Bible study. I was not disturbed by anyone. There were many sitting areas all over where you could sit In groups or by yourself all throughout the garden. I would seriously come here just for the incredibly long walks with the amazing views. The fresh air was delightful! There was an immediate difference from the air quality inside the garden and once you get outside. The bathrooms were very clean and had an enormous amount of stalls. If you want to see more flowers and impressive designs this may not be the best time of year to visit unless you purchase a ticket that gives you access to everything... when it's good weather there are flowers all over the entire garden There was a cool little turtle dude by the pool that I thought was a statue because he didn't move for almost an hour, but he is real alright! It was great add on to the waterfall read more

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Amazed that I have never done a review of one of my favorite places in New York City! The New York Botanical Garden is the type of place you can go to month after month and never have the same experience. Between their special exhibits and the growth cycle of plants there is always something beautiful to admire! Today we went to their "Flower Power" exhibit, last month I went to the Orchid Show, in October a pumpkin display that is beyond words, in December the train show (which is like nothing you have ever seen before!) Recommend going during the week or arriving early to avoid the inevitable line to get into the parking lot. Also can take the train from Grand Central Station (probably 20 minutes or so). People say it is near Little Italy in the Bronx, which it is, but tbh it is quite a walk. I recommend brining lunch with you as there is not a huge selection at the cafe. OR to make it a special occasion make a reservation at the restaurant. There is a tram ride around the entire garden with a recorded tour that explains the history of the garden and what you are seeing. If you are brining kids they will love the children's garden (you will too!). read more

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It was my first time at NYBG, and I definitely want to go back! Absolutely beautiful botanical garden. And it's HUGE. There's so many things to see. I don't think I even saw half of the garden, and I was there all day until closing time (literally until they were kicking people out). If you get the All Garden Pass, you also have access to the conservatory and the tram. The conservatory is amazing and I was glad I had the chance to go through it! There were some exhibits that were closed for installation though (there's a Flower Power popup happening later). The tram is also great so you can ride to your next stop. The first time I rode the tram, I rode it all the way around so I could see how big the grounds are and it's truly huge. There ARE waits for the tram, so you will likely need to wait for an available seat. Each time I took the tram, I had to wait for a few full trams to pass by before I was able to get on one. read more

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Came here for the first time to see the New YOrk Botanical Gardens but specifically for Van Goh's flower exhibit. It was definitely a great summer event to experience and explore some flowers sitings. read more

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Went here for the first time for the Orchid Show and was super impressed - I ended up getting a membership! The place is so huge and well cared for, I can't wait to come back during another season. The displays were amazing and brought such nice respite from the cold. The gift shop was also top notch and I was happy to return home with some plants of my own! read more

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Would you spend 75 minutes traveling to a garden? 10 minute walk to the 59th and Columbus circle subway . Waited 15 minutes for the B or D line going north. 25 minute trip on the subway getting off at Bedford station. 25 minute walk from the station to New York botanical garden. Much more expensive than the Brooklyn garden City has $31 per senior here. Huge expansive park with a large expansive of grass and Forest between locations . Had to take a tram to visit various garden areas Cherry blossoms were still in bloom on May 2nd .Also in bloom were the peonies tulips lilacs azaleas rhodeondras and in the glass houses the orchids were blooming. The roses and daffodils unfortunately we're not in bloom. After 4 hours we walked 5 minutes to the train station across the street from the entrance. Waited another 10 minutes before taking the Metro-North train to Grand Central station , a journey of 25 minutes and then walking 15 minutes to our place on 57th Street read more

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We attended a wedding at the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) last week and had a wonderful time. What a beautiful venue in the Bronx. We were at the NYBG from around 3pm to 11pm (eight hours) on Sunday. It was an Indian wedding, so there was a baraat (groom's procession), ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. The baraat took place on the paved road/walkway from around the front of Hudson Garden Grill (NYBG's on-site full-service restaurant) and up to the Rosen Seasonal Walk, towards the conservatory. This is all on the northwest side of the Garden. During our downtime/free time, my wife and our friends strolled around this part of the NYBG, looking at various flower displays and checking out places nearby like the Perennial Garden, the Herb Garden, and Ladies' Border. My wife couldn't get over how big and beautiful the peonies were (the ones on the main path in front of the conservatory). She stopped to smell them multiple times and also commented on the different colors. The conservatory itself looked cool, like something from out of a movie. It's grand and old school. The official name of it is the Enid A Haupt Conservatory. It was built from 1899 to 1902. The grounds were well manicured and clean. Some of the regular garden guests took interest in the baraat. They watched and took pictures/videos of us from near and afar, with smiles and looks of amusement and curiosity on their faces. Some even danced with us to the music. It was a lot of fun, especially with the MC, who did a great job leading us. We had a DJ on a golf cart with speakers, a drone, colorful scarves handed out, the works. The ceremony took place in a small secluded space at the end of the Rosen Seasonal Walk. If I recall correctly, we calculated 242 seats. A staffed cold drink station was available both during the baraat (next to the Home Gardening Center) and ceremony. The cocktail hour and reception took place inside the Hudson Garden Grill. Servers lined up on the paths from the Seasonal Walk to the Grill. They held trays of drinks and offered us things like wine and cocktails (e.g., palomas) as we made our way from the ceremony to cocktail hour. Overall, we thought the day was well run and had really nice touches like that. Cocktail hour took place on the Grill's back patio (fully enclosed). The reception took place inside one of the restaurant's ballrooms. The reception setup and decor was absolutely gorgeous with formal table settings and tall, lush florals. The interior architecture and design of the NYBG/Hudson Garden Grill space was nice. Catering was provided by New Jersey-based Bukhara Grill by Vicky Vij. There were staffed and self-serve food stations both at cocktail hour and during the reception. The food and drink were delicious. Drinks were provided and served by NYBG staff, I believe. You can read my review of Bukhara Grill Caterers here: https://www.yelp.com/biz/bukhara-grill-caterers-westfield We took Lyft/Uber to and from the Garden from our hotel (Gild Hall) in Lower Manhattan. Each ride took about 35 minutes. Wedding guests were instructed to use the Garden's "Mosholu" entrance/gate at 2950 Southern Blvd, which is different from the Garden's main entrance (2900 Southern Blvd). We were dropped off exactly where we needed to be and picked up conveniently by the reception venue. read more

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I really enjoyed the holiday train shows the arboretum had some lights but the trains were at the end. I felt the ticket at$42.00 per person were a bit high considering you had to pay for parking as well. There are no other lights on the property except at the arboretum and the main trees as you walk in. I loved the shops with ornaments and holiday decor. Plants were average price but I felt a few of the items for sale were expensive. Overall would come back but would love more lights around the property and parking should be included for the price read more

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The NYBG train show is amazing. I've been 2x and I think the buildings are the same, but the doesn't matter. They are so detailed, fun to look at and examine, especially with the trains. We went later at night and the place was almost empty, which was extra nice as there weren't any crowds. read more

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Why has it taken us so many years to visit here??? If you appreciate flora, make the trek out here and taken in the beautiful park. We came in for the orchid show via the Metro from Grand Central which is an easy ride. The grounds here are very well maintained and the orchid show was very colorful. After walking through the main entrance to the conservatory, you weave your way through to enjoy the orchids that are normally living there and as you head towards the last section of the building you are blessed with a very colorful display of orchids which are tucked into very vibrant backgrounds. We walked the park and had a great time. I wish we could come back in two weeks when many more will be blooming. I can imagine that in the Fall this is pretty spectacular as well. Enjoy!! read more

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I loved the tour of The Night before Christmas at the Botanical Gardens. I thought is was gonna be corny but I enjoyed it. My sis and I was like little kids especially me taking pictures of everything. I must say we really enjoyed the lights and themes. I will tell you , you do get your steps for the day!!! Waiting for the next event. read more

New York Botanical Garden - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Bronx, New York

2025: From Sept- Nov Botanical Garden is the place to be to See The Nightmare Before Christmas Garden @ Night. So far it's their 2nd yr setting up in NY . U can see all your favorite characters , 4:30 is the right time to visit the sun is about to set so all the colorful lights shine in the dark. Parking is 22 bucks , members get free parking. While exploring the garden sop on their hot chocolate and snacks on Their cookies . It's fun for the kids & fam. I would say it's a 30min tour depends how far you walk & how cold it is. read more

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I came here with my boo and we walked around, went to the exhibit, took the tram around the gardens, had the best guava danish and limeade ever! Checked out the shop and went back home. Overall everything was nice and in bloom. The exhibit was a Mexican Orchid Show with some architecture unveiled of Luis Barragan. It was a hot day but the breeze made it better. For anyone super allergic to pollen, stay away! Or take meds in advance. A lot of eye candy besides my boo. Happy walks! read more

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Rose lovers, this is your paradise! Seriously! You absolutely have to see the Rockefeller Rose Garden inside the New York Botanical Garden and literally stop to smell the roses. I came here just for the roses, and wow... this is hands-down the BEST rose garden I've ever visited. It blows all the others out of the water. Plan your visit around peak bloom (or slightly before) and prepare to be amazed. Come in the morning to beat the noisy crowds who aren't there for the love of roses. This garden is a perfect blend of nature's beauty and meticulous cultivation. It's an absolute must-see for anyone who truly loves roses. Afterwards, stop at the NYBG Shop. They've got cute things, plants and even a few potted roses. Then stop at the Pine Tree Café near the Visitor Center for a bite to eat like a yummy wrap or panini. read more

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What I enjoy is all the different themes the garden does throughout the year highlighting beauty and culture altogether. Coming here as a NY resident is for the books. The cold is coming but their Light Trail is beautiful and huge perfect always for all through sizes and all ages. read more

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I went there for the nightmare before Christmas light show and I loved it. It is definitely worth to check it out. One suggestion if you are not familiar with the movie watch it before going there. To know more about the display and characters. read more

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I've been to the garden many times for personal and work related reasons always had a great and beautiful time. This time I visited the garden for the nightmare before Christmas trail and it was nice. I just feel like it was a bit overpriced for what it was. The ticket was $50/pp. and I think $35/$40 would've been appropriate. We walked the trail in 20 mins. read more

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Beautiful, beautiful botanic garden! Visited during a gorgeous Friday, just as the magnolias were blooming. We caught the orchid show, which was nice but a bit overhyped. I was impressed by how large the grounds were, and you could easily spend a whole day here exploring. I'm excited to visit during different seasons to see how the landscape changes. It's a bit tricky to travel to from Manhattan, and we took the subway haul + bus. There's a very nicely curated gift shop as well, with souvenirs and items you would actually want / use! read more

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