What a secret gem located in Highland Park, I'm embarrassed to say this was my first visit. Limited street parking, very busy when people are sledding on the area hills too. Named after Alexander B Lamberton who was the president of the parks board from 1902-1915. Constructed I 1911. Lovely warm escape.. especially In our cold winters. The humidity is perfect for growing and maintaining plants and cactus.. loved the flowering cactus! Poinsettias are beautiful, and set up like a tree. Keep your eyes open for the animals throughout, careful where you step! Turtles and quails. Prices are so low, $4 for adults. Kids under 5 I believe are free... seasons passes available. Ipen 7 days a week, closed some holidays. read more

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Such an amazing time that exceeded my expectations. Again this was a random activity that I thought would be fun and warm and would pass time during my trip to Rochester. There is a $4 admission fee to enter and they take card and cash. I love turtles and was so happy to be greeted by 2 aquariums at the entrance with turtles in them. I was definitely surprised as we walked through the conservatory and saw both turtles and tortoises. It was a great surprise. The traffic of visitors seemed to ebb and flow but there's no guide and it's not timed so you can go at your own pace and even circle back as we did. There are also other small animals such as quail and chipmunks that you'll see walking through as well. It was a good reminder for me to find the beauty even in the midst of chaos, you just have to stop and look. If you just need a soft place to clear your mind and reset, this would be a great start. read more

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Was out in Rochester visiting and made my way to The Lamberton Conservatory, which is located in Highland Park. Entrance fee is so worth it too, at this visit, it was $4 for adults. I didn't have kids with me so I can't confrim their price. Once inside, you are surrounded by some amazing plants and flowers, and each area has live animals too. There is even a turtle who will wait for the door to open because he has beef with the other turtle in the room, and he stays ready. There is a sign on the door explaining not to let him in the room because he starts drama;too funny If in the area, go give The Lamberton Conservatory a visit! Such a beautiful spot! read more

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This is one of my favorite places to go on a day when the weather isn't so great outside. The conservatory is warm, cozy, and you can easily get lost in the large beautiful plants. It's like stepping into another world. Be sure to check it out after dark during holiday hours in December to enjoy the holiday lights! read more

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The Lamberton Conservatory is located in Highland Park and is a must see attraction in the area. We stopped in for the Holiday Show, which featured poinsettias and lights throughout the building. The Holiday Show came with extended hours, allowing us to visit after dark and enhanced the light effects. The entry fee is affordable $3.00 for adults; $2.00 for youth and seniors. A great location to wander about and take in the atmosphere provided by all the unique plants and animals. Throughout the conservatory you will find quails and turtles, providing us an opportunity to observe them in their habitats. We enjoyed taking our time strolling through and stopping for photos. Several fun photo opportunities can be found throughout. read more

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Lovely spot on a grey Rochester day - unfortunately I remember when it used to be free- it's now $4 for adults! A bit steep for the size of the conservator read more

Lamberton Conservatory - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Rochester, New York

I've been to Rochester plenty of times, and the Lilac Festival and never knew this place was here. First of wow, this place was beyond reasonable for all $ 3 for adults, they even had holiday light display, and poinsettias displayed. On a side note, what was unique were the turtles and tortoises that call Lamberton Conservatory home. Its a short walk around, loved the variety of plants, color, and am a plant lover. Relaxing, enticing, and an expensive way to enjoy the beauty of plants and nature. read more

Lamberton Conservatory - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Rochester, New York

Found this little cute gem. Was a very nice activity to do and enjoy while visiting the park. They do have some animals in the conservatory so be aware! Do take your time exploring the plants, it's not long but there's still a lot to appreciate. May cause lots of sweating in some rooms at the conservatory so bring maybe a hand fan and stay hydrated. I hope they add more different and exotic plans in the near future. read more

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A beautiful and relaxing place to go, especially on a winter day. Plant lovers, you will be in heaven. It's a short walkable loop of tropical/desert plants and trees. You can walk through at your own pace, stop and smell the flowers (literally), or breeze through quickly. I highly recommend taking it all in with a leisurely stroll, or walking around several times. The holiday display is festive with many poinsettias, pine trees, and twinkling lights (although that may have changed at the time of this writing in mid-January). Tortoises, turtles, and quails will be fun to spot for kids and animal-loving adults. Lots of Insta-worthy photo opportunities here! The $3 price of admission is well worth it. read more

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$3 admission is a great price to check out this gardens located in Highland Park . Seeing all the turtles is worth the admission price alone . You almost feel like you are in a completely different world while you are wandering through this place . I saw varieties of plants I have never laid eyes on before . My only wish was that it was bigger . They do offer nighttime attractions as well . I would recommend a quick visit there , if the weather cooperates, pair it with a walk through the park too ! read more

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Great place to warm up in the winter! Admission was only $3 and it is WELL worth every penny. Lots of beautiful plants, not a ton of blooms right now but there is a large display of poinsettia and Christmas lights for the holidays. The turtles, tortoises and quail running around were fun to try and spot. Even our 16 and 13 year old had a nice time and didn't complain, which was a miracle. Definitely recommend and will go back again next time we need a midwinter warmup. read more

Lamberton Conservatory - Nice place for a holiday picture with Mom. - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Rochester, New York

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I treated myself to a trip to Lamberton for my birthday this year back in November, and honestly what a treat it was! I was SO embarrassed I had never been to this gorgeous ROC staple, and my trip lived up to the hype. The staff was so friendly, COVID precautions were followed, and the price is right. Next time I go back I am 100% grabbing myself a membership and enjoying this spot year round. I know all of my friends with kids absolutely love it here, since it is a nice warm escape during the winter months. There are SO many succulent varieties and a even some wildlife to spectate. Be careful where you walk as turtles and ducks have free roam of the conservatory, which makes it both beautiful and, if you're me, a little scary LOL. Take all of the photos and take a seat to enjoy the moment. I went when it wasn't too busy and would recommend trying to find an off time if at all possible. We are so lucky to have this gem in ROC! A must do. read more

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Tiny little gem of warm humid air, beautiful plants, and tiny little animals. It's especially lovely on a snowy February day. Cheap admission, too. $4 adult, seniors and kids 18 and under are $2. read more

Visited this beautiful place during spring time. With the admission of $3 for adults and $2 for kids and seniors, it is worth the visit. This conservatory is not the largest but full of amazing varieties. From tropical to desert to their seasonal plant displays, plus many more exotic and interesting plants to explore. Turtles, tortoises and quail birds are fun to watch wandering around freely. They have plenty of benches scattered every spot to sit in, relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Will visit again during winter time. read more

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One of my favorite things to do in Rochester. Admission is crazy reasonable, I think it was $3 or $4 each. You can walk through quickly, or easily spend an hour or two if you take your time and relax. Would be a cool and unique date idea! I really enjoy stopping to watch the tortoises and quails running around. read more

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This was easily the best $3 I spent in a very long time. It doesn't take long to go through unless you want it to. Lots of beautiful flowers and other flora to enjoy along with the birds that live there and some turtles. read more

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Awesome hidden gem in Rochester especially great during the cold winter. Get outside and look at some pretty scenic warm conservatory. 3 dollars and worth every penny! read more

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Beautiful place to visit to find some warmth on a cold day! Magical spot, and seems like they have great rates for event rental read more

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Such a unique place to spend 30 minutes while exploring Rochester. It is not the largest place, but it offers a nice break from the cold during the winter and experience different types of plants you may have never seen before. Price is also very reasonable ($3) and fair. Can't believe I have never been! read more

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Beautiful conservatory in a beautiful part of town for only $3!? Sounds too good to be true! Love this place! Great for a date, taking the kids, or for a solo relaxing outing! read more

When in need to escape, this is the place I run to. A little Conservatory at Highland Park.an oasis in the middle of the city. Open year round, except Christmas Day, it showcases seasonal plants as well as permanent ones, like the Cacti. The place has wondering quails and turtles. One has to be careful not to step on them. It also has an elusive duck. Plenty of benches to sit, relax, soak in the beauty surrounding your senses. I have visited at different times of the year. All equally beautiful. My favorite though, is the Christmas light display show in the Evening. It seems like an Enchanted Forrest. read more

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They should rename this place the Lamberton Conservatory of Turtles. Seriously, baby turtles, old turtles, tortoises on every surface, it's a glorious invasion of my favorite reptile. We lost count at 40? There is also a duck! The Cacti area is pretty spectacular. A lot of beautiful updates like a gorgeous natural arbor and a rustic log swing. Admission is only a few dollars, accessible for all ages (they even have wheelchairs available at the entrance) and located within beautiful Highland Park. They also have a playground conveniently located just across the street. read more

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A little gem hidden in Rochester's beautiful highland area! The conservatory is a sweet little place to check out any time of year. The summer is great because it's fresh, not crowded and offers a variety of plants to learn more about. While in the winter, it's warm and decorated for the holidays with beautiful Christmas lights and extended hours. The surrounding areas offer several playgrounds, walking paths, and the widely recognized highland park which is home to the annual Lilac festival. It is a nice destination... $3/adult and free for under 5!! read more

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The Lamberton Conservatory is part of Highland Park but really deserves its own Yelp page for its conservation efforts and more than 100 year history in Rochester. Any conservation effort that can provide a lush, tropical environment for a variety of plants through 96 snowy Rochester winters gets 5 shiny stars from me. The LC was orignally built in 1911. Maybe you just did the math, and realized that 96 winters after 1911 is 2007. That's when the conservatory was renovated. All of the steel framing was replaced with galvanized steel to better withstand the temperatures and humidity of this tropical oasis. Also, nearly 80% of the glass at that time was original to the structure and was subsequently replaced with almost 1k panes of new glass. Everything was restored to preserve as much of the original structure as possible. Inside you'll find a variety of plants, cacti, trees and plenty of chigger-free Spanish moss. There are several places to sit and enjoy the sounds of quail and a mini waterfall. Incidentally, if you've never heard a quail before, you may hear an exotic shrill call from a mature male or a frog-like croon from a mature female when you've triggered their neighborhood watch program or when they are simply making plans for date night. Find an empty bench, get comfy and let the roaming turtles, and fish ponds inspire you to Yelp about that killer sushi you had for lunch. It's not huge, maybe 1,800 sq ft, but it's a great way to enjoy a mini tropical biodome in Rochester. The admission price of $3 isn't huge either, and there are discounts for students, seniors, and members of the military. It's worth it if you need to hide from your fan club while working on that epic Yelp review. read more

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This place is wonderful cheap mini adventure its 3 bucks and only 2 bucks for students and 5 and under free you cant beat that and they even have cute turtles and birds walking about read more

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Wow! I'd known this conservatory existed for a while now, but only just got around to visiting today. It instantly transports you to warmer climates and happy vibes, and for only $3. You could walk the whole thing relatively quickly, but with so many benches and cute critters (like quail and turtles) wandering around, it's easy to take your time. It's organized by climate/region, so as you walk through you're always seeing new things. It's worth a visit literally anytime, but especially in the winter. Just don't wear too many layers because it's pretty hot in there! read more

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What a surprise! Tiny, but at only $3, completely worth it for a few lovely, peaceful moments. The quails and turtles were delightful. read more

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Lamberton Conservatory is a true gem within the Greater Rochester Area. From the outside the building is truly unassuming and so it's not so crazy that I'd never been inside the conservatory until about a year ago. However, I'm glad that hubby and I took a visit to check out the scene. If you're anything like me, make sure that your phone is charged because you won't be able to resist taking photographs of all the beautiful plants. During our visit we also saw a wedding party stop in for photos. The conservatory is majestic and truly worth a visit. read more

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I haven't been here in 20 years. I decided to go in. $3.00 for admission! I definitely got my money's worth. I got beautiful recreational photos and saw turtles, a duck and some bees not to mention beautiful flowers! I live in the desert and they have the big agave I have ever seen! I see cacti every day but they have some beautiful ones that people in NY don't get to see every day. read more

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This place was amazing!!! For only 3 bucks I got to see a bunch of awesome plants. My favorite part was all the turtles and tortoises. Great place for anyone to check out, especially children. read more

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Why did I not review this place before... it's a hidden gem literally. I went last winter, it's inexpensive and very zen. Street parking. All the beautiful foliage, turtles, quails oh my! It's a lovely place to go and reflect, I don't think this place gets very busy but the location is lovely and I got to take my time looking around. A friend just went to a wedding here, yes a wedding. It's worth the visit if you need to reflect and relax if this does not put you in a better mood I don't know what else will. Enjoy read more

Super accessible botanical garden in the middle of a park in Rochester? Check! The price remains at $3, and hours are from 10 a.m-4 p.m. They also let people get married inside, if you are looking for something intimate. In the middle of the conservatory you can pop outside and check out the coy fish. There are lots of little quails, ducks, tortoises, and turtles inside. They currently have their spring flora featured, and then each room afterwards holds the more exotic plants, cacti, succulents, Spanish moss, etc There are lots of benches inside, if you are looking for somewhere interesting to have your coffee, take photographs, or read. Just dress in layers, because some of the room temperatures are higher to regulate the plants. read more

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Gem in the south wedge! I absolutely love this conservatory! I love visiting on a cold, windy, grey day. This place will relieve your seasonal affected disorder symptoms! If you come around Christmas they have lights! and a million poinsettias! The cost is very minimal for the peaceful and nature experience in the middle of the highland park read more

Lamberton Conservatory - relaxing in the foliage - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Rochester, New York

This is one of the best hidden gems in Rochester. It's a perfect place to escape the cold of winter and be surrounded by nature. I enjoy coming here, finding a bench and reading for a while. Christmas time offers the poinsettia display complete with colorful lights. I love that time of year. With a $3 entry fee, this is a perfect rainy day retreat. You'll even be entertained by the small fowl wandering the main room. read more

Lamberton Conservatory - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Rochester, New York

If you're in need of a pick me up, head here. You're instantly transported to warm climates and hit in the face with rich scents of lilacs and lilies. This is *the place* that will help you make it through the winters in WNY. Entry is $3 for adults, but if you plan on visiting more than 3 times a year, you best be buying the year pass at $10. Worth it. They have a flower room with a little pond with turtles and fish. Each room progressively gets hotter and hotter. Tons of plants, moss, flowers, trees, and cacti. I love the dessert room. It's like you've been dropped smack in the middle of Arizona. There are quail that scurry about through the rooms as well. Very cute! There are tons of benches throughout the space so bring a book and relax. Again, this place is a sanctuary in the winter time here. It's beautiful and an instant pick-me-up. Highland Park, you're my fave. read more

Lamberton Conservatory - Flowers in bloom - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Rochester, New York

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This beautiful hide away will forever be my getaway from New York's winters! Stunning little conservatory! read more

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Lovely place. Drifting in here after running around Highland Park. If you're in Rochester, consider checking this place out. It's pretty small but only costs $3 to see the 5 different greenhouses. Open every day except Christmas and has been around for more than 100 years. A morning well spent, I'd say! read more

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This place is really rad. I love the fresh pine smell of the Christmas trees and the poinsetta garden in the back. There are desert succulents and many different kinds of trees. I even saw some quails passing through. It has a feel of a botanical garden and is pretty impressive in terms of variety of flora. I would recommend it. read more

Such a beautiful​ and gorgeous place! I was searching under activities​ here in Rochester and came across this place and get this, its only three bucks to get in. Not only they show greenery plants, but they have turtles and quails among the greenhouse. It made the whole experience​ twice as better as we got further and further to the end. Every inch of the wall was filled with falling plants and flowers, and my favorite area was the middle one. You'll see huge leaves as high as a giraffe​ and the light from the sun radiates throughout​​ the place​ so beautfilly. I was amazed by​ the whole scenery. So worth of my three bucks and so worth of my day! Try this spot out when you can. read more

This is such a wonderful little conservatory and I enjoy my visit here every time! Only three dollars gets you in to enjoy some of the most beautiful flowers, trees, and other plants from all over the world. They have the cutest little quail running around as well as their own duck "Lucky" so watch where you step! This place is a treasure, they help to maintain the beautiful trees and gardens all throughout highland park. This is a great place to visit any time of year, although I've been mostly in winter when I'm dying to see something green! They have professional photo shoot nights, and other educational activities throughout the year as well. read more