Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Garden and Café
Richmond
"200 orchids."(3 Tips)
"domed conservatory open to the public"(2 Tips)
"Visited during the LEGO and butterfly exhibits"(2 Tips)
"tree frogs in the rough horsetail"(2 Tips)
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Wonderful Japanese garden, and if you have little ones, don't miss the splash ground in the children's garden. Great secret summer cool down spot!- Visit Richmond VAMarch 21, 2013The garden's 40 acres include one of the largest and most diverse perennial gardens on the East Coast and the only classical, domed conservatory open to the public in the mid-Atlantic region.
- Tony VolturnoJuly 26, 2016Great place for sightseeing and seeing all kinds of flora. Visited during the LEGO and butterfly exhibits, enjoyed both as well!
Casey HigginsJanuary 20, 2012July 4th is traditionally a free day for families, but don't think you're getting near the water area in the kids' garden. Pay admission and have your own space another day.
Victoria McGovernOctober 26, 2014Everything! Don't miss the tree house and make sure to visit for Dominion Garden Fest of Lights. Friday, Nov. 28, 2014 - Monday, Jan. 12, 2015 (Closed Dec. 24 & 25)
There is no wrong time of year for a visit! During Garden fest go to Espresso A Go Go for coffee treats in the back by the children's garden.
Queena KouDecember 30, 2015I've only had the opportunity to see Lewis-Ginter during the winter for the garden lights, but it's absolutely breathtaking.- RVA BadgeJanuary 31, 2012A historic property with 40 acres of spectacular gardens, Lewis Ginter is home to a classic domed Conservatory, the only one of its kind in the mid-Atlantic, housing more than 200 orchids.
MillsSeptember 13, 2014Don't leave without visiting the enclosed Butterfly exhibit. Live butterflies swarming around you...beautiful.
LindseyJune 11, 2016It's absolutely gorgeous and educational with great programs for kids. A must see.
Beautiful place to walk, and they really figured out how to make money in the winter with their lights.- Richard EfthimAugust 19, 2015Beautifully landscaped gardens, something in bloom year round. Nice place to take a stroll with your someone special.
Garden Club of VirginiaJuly 10, 2013The Grace Arents Garden, a victorian-style garden, was restored based on its original early-1900s design by the Garden Club of Virginia.- National Wildlife FederationNovember 19, 2012Be sure to check for tree frogs in the rough horsetail (Equisetum hyemale) in the Children’s Garden.
Go to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and view the Conservatory from the tree house in the Children's Garden. Don't forget to look for tree frogs in the horsetail, and climb the 100-year-old mulberry tr
- Make sure you check out the "Fidos" events! On special nights you can bring your dog to enjoy the flowers -- Fidos After Five or GardenFest for Fidos! Read more
The membership is a great deal with reciprocity with lots of other gardens around the country.
mtnbkeJuly 17, 2010I wouldn't come just for the Water Play. Best suited for kids 4 and under. Smaller than Midlo Y water spouts.
'Linda McLaughlin ScarboroughMay 5, 2010Love the Christmas Display. Great items in the gift shop anytime of the year!
Beth McadamJune 10, 2010Pre-game cause beer is $5 and if your pale vbring an umbrella; it's a scorcher.
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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
1800 Lakeside Ave (at Hillard Rd)
Richmond, VA 23228
United States
Richmond, VA 23228
United States
One of the Top Gardens in the U.S.
Thank you for voting us #2 in USA Today’s 10 Best Public Gardens contest.
Closed until 9:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Tue, Sun
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Wed–Sat
- 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
(804) 262-9887
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