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    Jason H.

    Totally worth the drive! Beautiful gardens! Really enjoyed our visit. Make sure to take water. It gets hot and there is a lot of walking!

    Garrett O.

    Totally worth the drive. Honestly, it's not that far from the city, but something about heading up 400 always feels like a time warp--what's supposed to be an hour feels like forever. But let me tell you: every single minute of that drive was worth it. At first glance, the entrance might have you questioning what's waiting inside. But the moment you step through the main entrance building, your entire world is about to be rocked. Gibbs Gardens is mind-blowing. From the parking lot greeters to the kind older gentleman welcoming guests with a smile, to the friendly ladies at the register--everyone here made us feel genuinely welcomed. Admission was $25 per adult, and trust me, it's a bargain for what you're about to experience. Now for the star of the show--the gardens. This place is a living, breathing masterpiece. A seasonal showcase of nature, thoughtfully curated and bursting with beauty. We metaphorically got lost in the expansiveness of it all--don't worry, it's well-marked with signs, but you'll feel wonderfully immersed. The Japanese Hill and Pond Stroll Garden (over 40 acres!) was nothing short of magical. Entering through a Torii gate, we followed a gentle path that weaved past spring-fed ponds, peaceful bridges, and monumental stones. It's the largest Japanese Garden in the U.S.--and it shows. The Wildflower Meadow was a burst of life: poppies, larkspur, and coreopsis in radiant bloom, attracting butterflies and bees alike. The air itself felt alive. Hydrangea Heaven--my personal favorite. Over 1,000 hydrangeas in 150 varieties, layered beautifully on a shaded hillside. Colors ranging from blue and lavender to pink and white created a watercolor of nature. Absolutely stunning. Add to that charming photo spots, serene walking trails, peaceful statues, and even a resident house cat lounging outside the manor house (which yes, still appears to be lived in), and it was almost surreal. We spent nearly three hours exploring and still didn't see everything. This place isn't just a garden--it's an escape, a meditation, a must for anyone who appreciates nature at its finest.

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    Charles S.

    A beautifully landscaped garden on acres and acres of land about 1 hour north of Atlanta. Each week different flowers are blooming. Check out the website to see what's blooming before you go. The Sunday we went, people were talking about the poppy fields in bloom, but I most enjoyed the Japanese garden and the mountain laurels. My wife who is Canadian had never seen them in bloom before since they don't grown in Atlanta or Ontario. Note: this is a privately owned garden with the admission fee set by Mr. Gibb, who still lives in the site. It's worth it. They do not allow outside food or drinks in the garden. There is a snack bar. The staff we encountered were super nice and helpful.

    Amelia M.

    Worth the trip! The gardens are a bit out of the way (45 minute drive from Alpharetta). Reasonably priced at $25, $18 senior 65y+ and $10 child 3-17y. Very beautiful extensive garden boasting 24 ponds, 32 bridge crossings and 19 waterfalls set in 18 seasonal color gardens and 6 feature gardens - Daffodil, Manor House, Japanese, Inspiration, Waterlily and "Le Jardin" Color Gardens. November is the perfect time to visit with moderate temperatures and the leaves turning red orange yellow (closed Dec-Feb). The gardens state "90% of the Manor House & Valley Gardens have shady walks, streams & waterfalls with cooling temperatures." Some paths are paved and others can be pebbly and rocky. Just a really beautiful walk surrounded by fall foliage. Don't feel you need to do the whole thing - even an hour or two is perfect. And someone needs to re-do their map - it's very difficult to look at.

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    Brad G.

    Gorgeous gardens. We have been there several times for the daffodils in the spring and the Japanese Maples in the fall. The perfect place to just stroll along their gardens and take in Mother Nature at her finest. Friendly staff too!

    Andrea C.

    Beautiful gardens! I heard the gardens were nice but did not expect this! I visited the last weekend in August and the weather was very nice, perfect for walking. I do wish we would have brought bottled water with us as we did get thirsty along the way. But thankfully there are a lot of shady spots to rest along the way. Unfortunately I was on vacation in the area so I probably won't be back again but if I lived in the area I could see get an annual pass and coming here often.

    William K.

    What a hidden Jim in Northern Atlanta, Georgia area. A vast well manicured garden with beautiful botanical displays.

    Tabitha C.

    Located @ 1997 Gibbs Dr Ball Ground, GA Gibbs Garden offers beautiful landscaping and water ponds throughout the park. Use the restrooms before enter and take water with you because neither are available as you walk through the gardens. Wheelchairs, Baby Strollers and Electric Scooters are prohibited in the park. However, I did see a wheelchair route when I walked through the gardens. The multiple flowers, tress and Japanese Maples are all beautiful. I'd definitely visit again and recommend this garden to family and friends. Everything was beautiful!!!

    Alexa F.

    Made it back this year in the Fall and this is going to have to be an annual trip this time of year going forward! Simply put, WOW. The Japanese Gardens are absolutely breathtaking. I've never seen maples with such vibrant and rich color all stacked against each other in nature the way they are here at Gibbs Gardens. The red, yellow, and orange hues almost look fake and like they've been painted like the white roses in Alice in Wonderland. It's that spectacular! I could walk around for hours here, and that's allowed and encouraged! If you really want to make the most out of your visit, definitely plan for at a minimum, 2-3 hours so you can walk through all the gardens. They have benches all along the way throughout each garden so you can stop and take a break from walking if needed. The cafe is also a great addition and open until 4pm. I snagged some hummus and pimento cheese dip for a quick snack before heading home and it was delicious! Came with homemade crackers which were also quite yummy and flavorful. I may have to try and squeeze in one more visit before the end of the year.

    Sophie F.

    I came here as a group with two other people and was pleasantly surprised. There were few people here, and there was a gift shop and cozy looking cafe as you entered. The landscapes were beautiful, and the staff was very helpful and informative. There was even an adorable cat sleeping in the grass (and if you have a fear of cats, don't worry- he was minding his own business out of the way. We almost didn't notice him). However, some area aren't wheelchair and baby carriage accessible (although most spots are). Overall a pleasant place to visit for a bite of food, walk, or even a date.

    Don H.

    I can't add anymore than already written here. The place is beautiful. Walking through the gardens I can't imagine the amount of work that has gone into the place. I saw a young lady employee across a pond down on all fours... her face inches from the ground... very intently tending to what looked like moss to me. It just amazed me the level of detail for this one small area... and this place is 300+ acres! Amazing. Everyone was polite. Bring good shoes!

    Brian H.

    What a great way to spend a few hours in beautiful nature at Gibbs Garden where you are immersed by beautiful landscaping. From gorgeous Japanese Gardens to beautiful scenery where you can't find this kind of beauty all around the world Gibbs garden is a real treat to the senses. Came here with parents and mother in law along with my wife and just really enjoyed ourselves to a wonderful treat to the senses. Admission is discounted for seniors and there is plenty of parking for all times of year. We missed the tulips season by two weeks so if you want to see the tulips go in March. The flowers and trees were a true treat to see and I must say Gibbs Garden does an amazing job in maintaining a world class garden. Recommend checking out Choate BBQ for lunch which is just a few minutes away. 5 stars and two thumbs up!

    Kaneka R.

    I think Gibbs Garden is wonderful and of course some seasons may be more beautiful than others. It's easy to spend at least three hours here because there is so much to see, and if you're not in shape you may have to take frequent breaks, because it is very hilly. It's about 1 hour north of Atlanta and a very easy drive. *Free parking *Recommend purchasing ticket online during busy season *guest wifi is spotty, i also never have cell phone service here so you may want to download an offline map of you're not familiar with the area My favorite time to visit is during the fall season, the maples are stunning around the Japanese garden. It's a very peaceful place to sit. Currently, Gibbs Gardens is open for its 12th Daffodil ColorFest, started on March 1. 20 million+ Daffodils (100+ varieties) adorn 100+ acres of Gibbs Gardens' hillsides and valley from March 1 through April 15. I made the mistake of arriving on opening weekend around 12pm, it was crowded and not the relaxing experience I was looking for while viewing the daffodils. Definitely recommend arriving when they open if you visit on a weekend.

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    Ask the Community - Gibbs Gardens

    When is the best time to to Gibbs Gardens I mean what day of the week?

    We went on a Saturday right when it opened and that worked out well. It started to get busy right when we left. If you are worried about social distancing, I would consider going during the week and early.

    Why is it closed when it says it's open?

    We are closed Mon & Tues. Open - Wed to Sun, 9 to 4. Today is Fri. and it is after 4 so the… Read more

    When are the daffodils mostly out? Is mid-Match too early? Is end of March better? When traveling from out of the area and planning to stay over for a couple of nights, where is the closest town with motels or BnBs?

    We just went today and the early daffodils are in full bloom. The mid-season ones are getting ready to bloom. Actually any nice day starting from now to early April should be good. You usually can go on their Facebook page and see recent pictures… Read more

    Can you take prom photos here for free?

    No, they don't allow staged photography.

    Are there lawn for picnic?

    No. The owner only wants guests to buy his food. And it can only be eaten in a designated area. They don't want you to bring food or drink in.

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    Our daughter, 18 mo., walked all over the gardens from the Japanese Gardens into the daffodil gardens and back.

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