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Brooklyn Botanic Garden

A 52-acre urban oasis featuring a variety of plant collections, conservatories, and a cherry esplanade in the heart of New York City.

Brooklyn Botanic Garden Guides

  • Six Spots in NYC to Enjoy the City in Full Bloom

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    Between the blizzards and heat waves, New York has a beautiful couple months of Spring and these spots are guaranteed to bring some color to your days.
  • HI NYC: Get Outside

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    Recommendations brought to you by local HI NYC staff and volunteers!
  • Where To See The Best Fall Foliage In October

    seeker (Seeker Editors)
    One thing these breathtaking destinations all have in common is idyllic fall landscapes painted in warm hues and crisp cool air in October. We are gearing up for leaf viewing this season, and these are our must-see October fall foliage spots. For scenic drives through stunning shades of ruby red and vermillion, mouthwatering wine at rich vineyards soaked in autumn tones, and seaside views with leafy landscapes, these are your go-to fall destinations for October.
  • Coolest Date Spots In NYC

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    Woo your mate with a trendy photography gallery, take a romantic stroll through Central Park (pretzel or hot dog in hand), enjoy one of the hippest eateries in Manhattan, or explore a converted railroad-turned-green space in Chelsea. NYC is extensively full of exciting adventures to take your partner’s hand and explore, but we put together a list of some of our personal favorite spots throughout the city. With a healthy balance of lowkey, off-the-beaten-path spots, and iconic bucket-list items, this list is sure to provide a romantic weekend away in the endlessly romantic and magical city of New York.
  • World's Most Beautiful Botanic Gardens

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    Spend time engulfed in an awe-inspiring atmosphere that originates from being surrounded by massive amounts of carefully looked after plants. We wandered the sprawling grounds of plentiful flowers at The Royal Botanical Garden in England and sweat beneath the Arizona sun admiring oddly shaped cacti at the Desert Botanical Garden. Whether it's the aesthetic zen of rock gardens in Japan or well-kept orchard collections in Singapore, we chose a selection of our favorite gardens so you can have a safe bet for your itinerary.
  • Top Places to See Cherry Blossoms in the U.S

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    Hello Spring! This is the season of blossoming and bringing in the new. What better way to enjoy this beautiful season than by taking a trip to see cherry blossom trees. Cherry blossoms are one of the most enchanting sights of the season, as the trees only bloom for a short glimpse of time. This brief-lived moment of bubblegum pink sweetness has been captivating and inspiring human beings for centuries. Here is a list of some of the best places in the US that you can visit to witness blooming cherry blossoms this spring.