Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Brooklyn Botanical Garden contains a treasure of over 12000 varieties of plants from around the world
The Brooklyn Botanical Garden is one of New York's cultural treasures located on Brooklyn's "Culture Row", adjacent to the Brooklyn Museum. Easily accessible by subway, the Brooklyn Botanical Garden's 52 acres of beautifully manicured formal gardens and informal gardens display 12,000 varieties of plants.
Founded in 1910, the Garden welcomes almost one million visitors a year to enjoy the many specialty gardens, plant collections and the Steinhardt Conservatory, which houses the Bonsai Museum, three climate themed plant displays and a glass aquatic plant house. Near the conservatory, you can find a café and the Brooklyn Botanical Garden gift shop selling bulbs, plants, and gardening books.
The Brooklyn Botanical Garden is famous for its collection of blossoming cherry trees and Hanami, its annual spring cherry blossom festival. With more than 42 species, the collection is one of the foremost cherry blossom sites outside of Japan that began with a few trees gifted by the Japanese government after World War I.
Completed in 1915, the Japanese Hill and Pond Garden was the first of its kind in America. Blending ancient and modern styles, the landscape incorporates traditional Japanese architectural elements: arching wooden footbridges, stone lanterns, a torii gateway and a Shinto shrine. In keeping with the tradition of Japanese gardens, depending on where a visitors stands, they will experience a different perspective on the landscape, so be sure to allocate plenty of time to make the most of this award-winning garden. A favourite among children, the garden's 3 acres contain hills, waterfalls and a "secret" passageways to explore. The viewing pavilion offers little ones the perfect vantage point to see the fish and turtles living in the ponds.
Nearby attractions: Prospect Park, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Brooklyn Museum of Art and the Brooklyn Bridge
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: Yes.Brooklyn Botanic Garden Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: Brooklyn, NY 11238, USA
Phone: (718) 623-7200
Official Website: Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Brooklyn Botanic Garden Reviews
Rated out of 5
New Jersey resident.
Traffic can be challenging.
But is worth it.
Lovely place to spend a day strolling at nice pace.
Check website for admission prices before you head out.
Parking lot is available next to the Botanical Garden, you have to pay a separate fee (by hour)
Deborah L R - Debbie - - a week ago
I have visited the Botanic Gardens for the third time recently, and every time I visit, it seems more beautiful than the last time. You could spend several hours here just walking around and admiring the flowers, plants, trees, herbs, etc. They have a few areas to get food and drinks, a visitors center, clean restrooms, and a little shop. The staff is friendly and welcoming, and the grounds are kept very clean. I went on a very hot day, so when I got tired, I found plenty of places to sit and water fountains to fill up my water bottle when I got thirsty. For $22, it is definitely worth the trip anytime of the year.
Lisa S - a month ago
I Love the Brooklyn Botanical Garden! Great place to spend a day, different gardens. My favorite area was the Conservatory, various kinds of plants mostly tropical. Also Love the Bonsai exhibit. There is also a pond to walk too . For me was like having an adventure. Overall awesome experience !!!
Maria Ramos - 3 weeks ago
BBG is gorgeous. There's a rose garden, an herb garden, and even a shade garden! I greatly enjoyed the orchids and the carnivorous plants! The botanical garden was the perfect place to take a morning stroll and contemplate life while enjoying the beauty of nature.
Erica O'Brien - a week ago
Amazing way to spend time as family or a group of friends. Plus there is a little restaurant inside the place where you can refresh and eat before continuing with the visit.
They give you a map at the beginning of the tour to not get lost and enjoy the time to the fullest.
Varenkha L. G. D. - a week ago
Directions
| Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| 2 or 3 | Eastern Parkway / Brooklyn Museum | 1 minute |
| 4 or 4 | Franklin Avenue | 6 minutes |
| Q, S, or B | Prospect Park Station | 12 minutes |
How to get to Brooklyn Botanic Garden by Subway
Take a 2 or 3 train to Eastern Parkway / Brooklyn Museum and look for the entrance to the garden just west of the station on Eastern Parkway or take a 4 or 5 train to Franklin Avenue and look for the entrance to the garden about a 5 minute walk west of the station (just past the museum) on Eastern Parkway or take a Q, S, or B train to Prospect Park station, go left on Lincoln Avenue and then left on Washington Avenue following it north to the entrance at 990 Washington Avenue. Note that the B train only operates on weekdays.
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