The Botanical Garden is one of my favorite places in the Bronx. Each year I look forward to the…read moreOrchid Show and this year's exhibit did not disappoint. Show curator, Mr. Flower Fantastic, crafted a beautiful homage to New York City with taxi trunks, laundry mats, and City Townhouses covered and full of different varieties of orchids. The exhibit is a beautiful colorful display. I would sum the entire walk through of the exhibit at about 30 minutes with the option to join a dance party outside Enid A. Haupt Conservatory and enjoy drinks for purchase and disco music until the exhibit closes for the day. We definitely enjoyed ourself and had a wonderful evening. I can't wait to see what they come up with next year.

An oasis in the middle of an urban jungle. I came for the annual orchid show and had a great time…read more Even though it was crowded, walking through the exhibits didn't feel rushed. Our tickets came with the tram ride and we learned so much about the property. It's massive! All the different areas are beautiful. The crowd on the tram literally gasped when we got to the lilac area. If you're looking for somewhere to enjoy a slow afternoon, come and walk around the grounds. So many lovely areas to take in nature.

These gardens are lovely to visit for fresh air and a stroll. Admission is a bit pricey at $15 per…read moreadult so you'll want to stay for a few hours to make it worth the fare. Parking fills up quickly. They have an overflow lot a few blocks away, but it's an uphill walk to get back to the park. It's a great place to have a picnic. Lots of families and kids. We ate lunch at the cafe, but weren't super impressed by the food. The chipotle chickpeas were bland. The paper menus also didn't match what was actually available at the register. The line to order was quite long, but the wait for the food wasn't the worst. They had lots of seating indoors and a nice outdoor patio with more tables. We walked a few of the trails. Most were unpaved. We managed fine with a stroller, but the paths were a bit rocky. To see several sections, you need to climb stairs so a stroller was not the most convenient. The view of the Hudson, from both the upper and lower terraces, is wonderful and great for taking pictures. It was spring so they had tulips in bloom. Their shady grove of trees was cool to check out. I also loved the upper gardens.

Wave Hill Public Garden is a beautiful oasis nestled on the Hudson in the Riverdale/Fieldston…read moresection of the Bronx. The property is well maintained with splendid manicured gardens containing thousands of varieties of flora and arbors on 28 acres overlooking the Palisades. Open daily 9AM to 5:3OPM Wave Hill also hosts various educational tours and events throughout the summer listed on their website: https://www.wavehill.org/calendar We were here late in the evening (8-10PM) for 'Life Among the Raptors' where Christine's Critters of Weston CT brought Owls, Falcons and Hawks for us to view. . Christine educated us on the history of these beautiful birds and how they rehabilitate many who have been injured. Christine's Critters is a wonderful organization for the sustainability of wildlife in the northeastern region of the country. Please check out Christine's Critters website: https://www.christinescritters.org/ Both non-profits are well worth experiencing. Thank you for reading

My visit to Untermyer Gardens Conservancy this year was a highlight. It is such a majestic place…read more Although our trip was short, we made the best of it. The weather was absolutely beautiful. It was a crowded day, and the traffic entering and leaving the Gardens was intense. For anyone who enjoys natural beauty and has a whole day to relax and explore these grounds, you will absolutely love it. The fact that this garden is free is also a great gift to the community. One drawback is that you can't bring your fur babies.

I had the opportunity to visit the gardens twice in the past month. Each time it was just perfect…read more Easy parking, free admission, not crazy busy and beautifully cared for grounds. Take time to spend a few hours and read what you can about its most interesting history. There's flowers, architecture, sculpture/art, grottos, views, and peaceful surroundings. Lots of places to sit and rest. Great for professional picture taking.

I love coming here for my walks and seeing what types of plants have come in, they don't use…read morechemical pesticides either, if you're lucky you may even see a deer or a fox. (I've seen both and some birds) I just wish they'd do something about the litter bugs, people randomly leaving they'd trash when there are several trashcans nearby.

Wonderful spot. They have concerts in July every wednesday. They also have pokemon go spots which…read moreis popular. It is on the railroad tracks so it can get loud sometimes. However, the trees have grown over the years which has produced some nice shade. The gazebo is also very nice. They have a free library box where you can take and or leave a book. It's very peaceful

I've lived on this island for 35 years, and didn't know about this park until today. Aside from the…read morefact that the park doesn't open until noon, this was a perfect visit. I've been to bird sanctuaries and went away without seeing a bird, but not here. The park is on two levels, and they have spent years adding magical little features here and there. We were particularly impressed with the vegetable garden for donations to charity and what is literally a "Flower Bed." It's only 20 minutes from our house, so hopefully we will be repeat visitors.

I enjoyed my visit to this garden. It's a hidden gem in the neighborhood…read more We picked a good timing, good weather and holiday visit is always the best time. Please note of it's opening time when planned to visit. It's a small garden but has plenty to offer. I like the setup and how they fenced it out for privacy. It has free admission and open for villagers and visitors. Planning to return and timing to the early season. The park has been awarded as best park for it us popular being birds sanctuary. You would not be disappointed.

I just love botanical gardens! This one is located in the Bronx, about an hour via subway from…read moreManhatten, and then about a 20 min walk from subway to garden. This garden was absolutely huge. There's a tram near the library that you can hop on and its route stops throughout the entire park. Unfortunately, due to the cold, bulbs and cherry blossom trees weren't quite blooming yet. Most, like tulips were trying to emerge. So, on our tram ride, we never stopped and got off along the route, because most sections were not in bloom. Note: April would be the best time to visit in the spring. By the end of the month, all should be in full bloom action. But, one attraction that did stand out was the orchid exhibit at the Haupt conservatory. This area was a must visit. It was absolutely amazing and gorgeous! I felt like I was submerged in a totally different world- a jungle where every variety of orchid - common and rare were on full display and living. Even had to remove a few layers of clothing as it was warm and humid inside which helped to create a tropical environment. Various tropical plants were dispersed among all the orchids and water was an important element that was shown as well as you'll see small waterfalls. Lots of beautiful photo opportunities and selfies galore lol Continuing on past the orchids, you'll come across a succulent and cacti section. Very interesting. The entire conservatory was fabulous, you can easily spend up to 2 hours here. Visited their gift store- they sell cool items , for example a glass container especially made to accommodate a growing avocado seed. Kinda expensive, but gave me inspiration to create my own. Bought an orchid exhibition poster, orchid tea mug with infuser, and biodegradable cards that contain flower seeds! Probably could have spent all day here if things were in bloom. Definitely worth the visit, till next time!

An excellent display of Japanese chrysanthemums! The Kiku has guided tours this Saturday & Sunday…read moreat 1pm. The flowers are a combination of trained and structured or free flowing arrangements. Beautiful and unusual colors and shapes of petals filled the glass enclosure. If you're interested in seeing this special feature, the tram has a stop between the Roosevelt rose garden and the Nolen Green house. It was worth it!

New Bridge served as a battleground, fort, encampment ground, military headquarters, and…read moreintelligence-gathering post in every year of the American Revolution. The Steuben House is the only extant building from the 1776 Retreat through Bergen County. For 2 weeks in 1780, the Steuben House was Washington's HQ and it has been the Bergen County Historical Society's HQ since 1939. Open for events. Grounds open dawn to dusk.

OK, if you do the research on the LES/ East Village Community Gardens, you can't help but be…read moretouched. This one, in particular, was started by an apparent Superwoman named Francoise Cachalin, who defended this Safe-Haven from Ye Ole gentrification and didn't live to see the fruits of her labor. I'm so glad she fought for it. *Especially* during COVID/ post-lockdown era, I and other New Yorkers I've observed have come to appreciate the sacred outdoors. In the NE, we don't have good weather often, so Summer is the *best* time to take advantage of the lil free NYC perks like these. Anyway: I stumbled upon this place during my recent exploratory strolls through the East Village. What a cute gem. Ample seating for such a small space, mild greenery (we're not talking a jungle and that's OK). Some lil trinkets and garden art throughout. Totally serene, I don't see any justification for negative reviews. IF I lived down here I would *definitely* be in a place like this every. single. morning. PS: They have great deals for membership if you have a green-thumb and want to literally cultivate this atmosphere. Also, you can have group gatherings here for a *very* reasonable price, which I think is a great resource during these dark days of anti-socialization.

I wish I had one of these little gardens nearby right now because today has been one big bucket of…read morestress. But if you *do* live (or travel) near Creative Little Garden, you're in for a treat. This place is adorable and oh-so tranquil in the middle of a concrete heaven. I'm not sure who maintains this sweet little place, but it's charming, well-groomed, and the perfect spot to hide out in for an hour or two and shed all your worries. Check it out! I'm sure the set-up is ever-evolving.