Things to do / Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Morris Arboretum - This romantic Victorian landscape garden belonging to the University of Pennsylvania features over 90 acres of gardens with thousands of rare and lovely plants. It is located at 100 East NW Avenue.
Bartram's Gardens - This country estate and garden from the 1700's is now part of urban Philadelphia, making a relaxing break from the hustle and bustle of the city. Walk through the forests, the wetlands and along the Schuylkill River.
Brandywine River Valley
Longwood Gardens - These world-famous horticultural display gardens are a must-see. Located in Kennett Square, 30 miles southwest of Philadelphia, in the Brandywine River Valley, the 1,050 acres of gardens offer gorgeous woodlands and meadows. There are 20 outdoor and 20 indoor gardens, spectacular fountains, and a children's garden as well. Open every day of the year, Longwood is the perfect place to relax and enjoy nature in a contained environment.
Hershey
Hershey Botanical Gardens – may be the world's only botanical garden with a chocolate theme. Just to be clear - the roses, tulips and butterflies are for real and families will find the gardens an enjoyable diversion.
Botanical Gardens in Philadelphia, Lancaster, the Poconos, Eastern Pennsylvania
Botanical-Gardens
Shofuso Japanese House and Garden - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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