Took a drive to take a walk @ the gardens with my mom yesterday. Yeah ironic to drive to walk, but ce la víe. It was a beautiful day...we had to do a little searching for a parking lot, but hey, not surprising, the students have priority right? We finally found an acceptable spot and started to stroll around. It really was/is a beautiful area with many cool statues and sitting areas. The shade is so valuable when walking around. The flowers and foliage was quite beautiful and fragrant... read more

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I had a great visit here. There are lots of paths and gorgeous flowers, as well as art installations. There is a kids area as well, and lots of benches and some picnic tables. We were able to enter the environmental building for the restroom. The major downside is the lack of shade. There were some shady areas but it is so hot in the sun on the majority of the paths. Definitely worth a visit if you've never been before! read more

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Loved our relaxing Sunday afternoon at UT Gardens. Easy to find and hassle free parking right across from garden entrance. I really liked the paved walkways throughout the gardens, making it an easy walk and nothing too strenuous. There is also a kid friendly area. Even on a weekend afternoon, the gardens didn't seem that crowded. This would be the perfect spot to bring a picnic, with lots of benches and tables as well. My favorite part of the gardens was the fragrant rose garden, where many visitors stopped to smell the roses. Also very pretty was the labyrinth and iris collection. Before going home, we stopped at the edible kitchen garden and picked up a begonia plant for $3! In the back of the garden, they have a little booth with plants for sale and a drop box for the payment. Plants ranged in price from $2 to $5. I loved taking a little piece of UT Gardens home with us. read more

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Simply amazing. A delight for many senses. The artistry behind the layout is breathtaking. One of the very best facilities in the USA. Spring time was enriching and rewarding. read more

Gorgeous gardens at the outskirts of campus with many paved, winding trails to choose from. To the right, there is a kid-friendly path with some special areas to play and if you choose the left trail, you will walk by the big greenhouse. There are statues, fountains, and benches throughout and they even host small events here. There are an abundance of flowers and trees to enjoy and it seems much further from the hustle and bustle of city life than it actually is. Easy parking in a free lot next to the gardens and some open green space where people are frequently reading on a blanket or playing frisbee. Only porto potties available, as an FYI. read more

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Great peaceful spot. Nice stroll ever changing. East parking and good place to read ! read more

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The gardens attached to the university were quite beautifully manicured (with the exception of some oddly scummy water exhibits at the entrance). They get a good variety of plant life into a modest space, as well as a picnic area and playground. The gardens don't reach the riverbank, and a road goes by, which is good for drivers but a loss for walkers. The gardens do adjoin multiple greenway trails for those interested in seeing more. read more

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Perfect morning to enjoy the beautiful gardens. While meandering through the gardens I enjoyed the peaceful beauty of nature, art and the laughter of children playing about. I also got a chance to hear a few presentations sponsored by UT Extension, TN Smartyards and others. read more

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Beautiful Gardens on UT campus. Well maintained, great walk surrounded by nature. Fragrant and well laid out. read more

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Beautiful outdoor area, my favorite was the rose garden. Plenty of parking (it's attached to the local university) and it's free! read more

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Our family loves to play and discover at UT Gardens! It is easy to get to right of of Neyland Dr with parking spots available behind the vet school. There is always something new to see and the boys love running up and down the little hills and watering the flowers in children's garden. The koi ponds and the new monarch garden with the butterfly bench is also on the top of their must visit list very time we go. All the staff and volunteers have always been so kind to the boys as they run and play, often taking time to talk to them and tell them about a new plant or an animal/insect they have seen in the garden. read more

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Great place for a walk after a long day of work and a great view of the life flight chopper. read more

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These gardens are beautiful. Great walking trails to see many different garden scapes. Everything was just starting to bloom. Lots of places to sit and just listen to the birds and look at the beautiful surroundings. Also offers tables for picnicking. Several families were there walking with their children and riding bikes. Ample parking right outside the entrance. Great signage if you want to use this park for homeschooling purposes as well. Highly recommend. read more

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Very peaceful, rejuvenating, and fragrant. I went at dusk so perhaps it is more crowded at other times, but nevertheless, I'm glad I checked this place out. It's not huge but well-worth visiting if you have an hour or two for garden exploration at a leisurely pace. Fun spot for photography too. read more

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SERENITY Farmers market here during the summer months. Year round, special trees. Flowers galore during growing season. Engaging new children's area now being built, plus giant specimens of seemingly endless species of flora . . . sculptures galore . . . can't believe I've never really walked around in it! read more

UT Gardens - Public Services & Government Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

This garden is absolutely delightful. Lovely, colorful displays of flowers and shrubs in gracefully designed arcs with well-maintained walkways and plenty of seating. read more

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I can't believe I have not yet reviewed these stunning gardens! I absolutely love this place! The gardens here are very clean and so beautiful! There are walking paths and plenty of beautiful flowers to look at along the way. You'll see gorgeous displays, water features, and sculptures. This place is truly an oasis in the city of Knoxville!!! The labyrinth is beautiful hidden gem. It's not uncommon to find people here on photo shoots or artists set up with canvases. And the best part? The gardens are open during all seasons and are free to the public. Parking is also free! What?! I know..it's unheard of. Make sure you check their website. They offer tons of classes and tips and hosts all kinds of events that are available to the public. read more

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Really cool gardens. They have a nice path to walk and plenty of different plants. They also mark all the plants to let you know what they are. My only complaint is that the gardens are kind of small for the size of the university. read more

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