Come to this garden, about 40 miles west of Philadelphia, for 325 acres of constant jaw-dropping displays. It's famous for its fountains, but check out the greenhouse conservatory too. Read more.
The world's foremost azalea collection is in full bloom around mother's day. But any day is amazing at Jenkins.
Outstanding naturalistic garden. It is the former home of Henry Francis du Pont, an avid antiques collector and horticulturist.
Did you know? When the Morris family bought the land that is now the Arboretum, it was barren, with poor soil quality and bad drainage. Today there are more than 13,000 plants here! Read more.
Did you know? America’s oldest botanical garden, Bartram’s was founded by father/son botanists. They discovered and saved from extinction the Franklinia tree, named for their friend, Benjamin Franklin Read more.
Go on OPen House Days to view the estate home and gardens - it's so worth the visit - and It's FREE!
Great place for the kids. Make sure they wear sneakers and play clothes that can get a little dirty.
bring a camera.. and make sure you don't miss the cherry blossom festival. :-)
Beautiful, 235-acres along the Brandywine River. Spend some time in the Hagley Store. It features a unique selection of books, gifts, and children's items for the season.
When you tour the Georgian treasure, gaze down for a panoramic view of the valley.
America's Versailles in the Brandywine Valley! Enjoy a walk around the sculpture-filled, formal French gardens and a visit to the chauffeur's garage, where antique cars are displayed.
Beautiful gardens next to a historical mansion, with great trails and benches for relaxing. Artists: bring your cameras and your paints for a perfect day!
Take some time between viewing the animals to admire the flora and fauna. There are some amazing trees to view at the zoo too.
Did you know? The Library collections include a Gutenberg Bible, letters and documents by George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, and a first edition of William Shakespeare’s plays published in 1623. Read more.
This is one of the best places to see desert plants, including cacti and succulents. The collection includes 140 plants that are rare, endangered or threatened. Read more.
Explore the English-inspired mansion and surrounding 200 acres of woodlands, formal gardens and numerous lakes. A perfect spot for picnics, it also hosts summer concerts on the great lawn.
Kind of like a botanical garden, but bigger and nicer. This place is a really nice getaway from the city, perfect on a sunny day.
Take a tour of this house on the hill through November, home to four generations of Rockefellers. We love the view from the head of the terraced gardens.
View the world’s greatest living collection of palms and cycads. Come back for the Int'l Mango and Orchid Festivals and take a picture! Enter to win a dream vacation! bit.ly/xzqs7i #seemoresights
Built in 1916 as a winter retreat, this lavish villa is a tribute to the Italian Renaissance. The museum contains much of the original furnishings and artwork, and is surrounded by lush, formal garden
The garden is a living plant museum & was established by Congress in 1820. The Conservatory reopened in Dec 2001 after a four-year renovation,with approx 4,000 seasonal, tropical & subtropical plants.
During the summer months, the Gardens' giant Victoria water lilies are in full bloom and can stretch up to 6 feet across!
Walk the tranquil grounds. It’s so quiet. Occasionally you hear the rustling of bamboo trees, a koi breaking the pond surface, see your reflection in the stream. This is it, your moment of Zen.
The garden opened to the public in 1967 & is considered to be one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan.
Opened in 1917, the garden houses over 7,000 rose plants of approx. 550 varieties. It's the oldest continuously operating public rose test garden & exemplifies Portland's nickname 'The City of Roses'.
Did you know? The Botanical Center's geodesic dome is 150 feet wide and 80 feet tall and constructed of 665 plexiglass panels. It houses nearly 1,000 species of plants!
Once you are done admiring the indoor areas blended with amazing glass art from Dale Chihuly, head outside and have lunch at a table among the beautiful outdoor exhibits during the summer. Read more.
Did you know? This is the only known topiary representation of a painting. The painting by George Seurat on which it is based is considered an important milestone in post-Impressionism and modern art. Read more.
From Ninah Cummer's relatively small collection of sixty pieces that launched the museum, The Cummer's collection has grown to over 6,000 works of art spanning from 2100 B.C. through the 21st century. Read more.
This peaceful oasis includes 30 acres of gardens, an urban forest, wildflower trails, the Dorothy Chapman Fuqua Conservatory and a 10,000 square-foot Fuqua Orchid Center.
With over 190 acres of greenspace, this designated National Historic Site of Canada has greenhouses, outdoor gardens and an insectarium to check out!
2011 Best of Houston Winner: Best Place For a First Date. Check out more Houston Press Best of Houston Winners here: http://bit.ly/JCaGyR Or go mobile with the free Best Of app.
Off the shores of White Rock Lake lies the garden of a lifetime. The lush, perfectly manicured landscapes hold a treasure trove of trees, bushes & flowers that are sure to make anyone green with envy.
Set amidst one of Pittsburgh's largest greenspaces, Schenley Park, Phipps Conservatory stands as a cultural and architectural centerpiece of the city's Oakland neighborhood. Read more.
The Palace of Versailles was the official residence of the Kings of France. Nowadays, it's one of the top touristic places in France.
This is where the Parisians go on a beautiful day. Bring a picknick and have it on one of the lawns with students from Sorbonne and other locals.
While here make sure to visit the National Orchids Garden. With hundreds of different varieties, its a green thumb's dream! Bring a blanket and stay for the concerts in Palm Valley.
Located in the Singapore Botanic Gardens, this place has more than1,000 species, and an estimate of 2,000 hybrids of orchids. Make sure to visit all zones of winter, spring, summer, and autumn.
TRAVEL FACT: Founded in 1816, the Royal Botanic Gardens was established as the oldest scientific institution in Australia.
Beautiful garden & park with lots of shade for walks. The Menagerie is the first zoo ever built.
Leashed dogs are welcome at Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, a restored iron plantation with 848 acres of hiking trails and paths.
