A Peaceful Day Among Blooms, Bonsai, and Beautiful Fountain Shows at Longwood Gardens I had such a wonderful experience at Longwood Gardens. The grounds are absolutely beautiful--you can easily spend hours exploring and still not see everything. It's incredibly peaceful, with plenty of shaded areas and chairs scattered throughout, making it easy to slow down, relax, and take it all in. I was especially happy that the tulips were still blooming during my visit--they were vibrant, colorful, and truly a highlight of the day. One thing that really stood out was how many staff members were around. Whether they were tending to the gardens or available to answer questions, it added to the overall welcoming feel of the place. I loved all of the water features--they were stunning and added to the calming atmosphere. Make sure to catch the water fountain shows--they're beautifully done and absolutely a must-see while you're there. There are also so many paths to wander, including areas out in the meadow that I didn't even get to explore. It felt like every turn led to something new and beautiful. The bonsai trees were a highlight for me--be sure to check them out! One of them has been in training since 1909, which is just incredible. Admission was very reasonable at $35, though I'd recommend checking their Facebook page for discount codes (I found one after I had already purchased my tickets). A membership is only $120, and if I lived closer, I would absolutely take advantage of that and visit often. Parking was plentiful and easy. The café had a great variety of options--from hot entrées to sandwiches and salads--and I even found a great deal: a hot dog and chips for just $7. There were also plenty of outdoor tables to enjoy a meal. Another thoughtful touch: there are clean, well-maintained restrooms located all over the grounds. Many are individual restrooms with their own sink and toilet, which was really convenient. Make sure you visit the house and watch the film--it provides a great overview and history of the gardens and really enhances the experience. Overall, this was a fantastic visit. I'm already planning to bring one of my gardening friends with me the next time I'm in the area! Website: https://longwoodgardens.org/ #Reviews #Travel #Pennsylvania #Gardening #LongwoodGardens read more

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This place blew me away. I think it is more gorgeous than NYC's Botanical Gardens. The thing I noticed immediately was how immaculate the grounds were. I had to visit on one of the hottest days, 91 degrees. Put on your most comfortable walking shoes because there is a lot to cover. I couldn't believe that I actually saw a woman in 4" heels. Wear a hat, sunglasses and lots of sunscreen. - There is a 1906 Restaurant for fine dining. - The Café offers prepared foods and drinks. - I think you can book the ballroom for special occasions. - Their gift shop is a must visit before leaving. Beautiful handcrafted items, plants, and bonsais for purchase. Warning: their indoor areas barely offer any A/C. Only relief I got was in the gift shop. Even The Café didn't have any. It was 2.5 hours from where I live but so worth the drive. read more

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Longwood gardens has always been such a special place. Year round it has something new and exciting to offer. From stunning Christmas lights in the winter, amazing tulip displays in spring, a sprawling meadow, tree houses, and more. I love bringing people here so we can all explore the beauty of nature. Longwood has put so much into the care and keeping and expansion of the garden and the love and care really shows. read more

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Longwood Gardens 29th November 2025 Holiday Evening 7PM We were here during the holidays. As long time members of the New York Botanical Garden and Wave Hill Gardens in New York, we were blown away by the immense acreage and extensive splendor of Longwood. Longwood is funded by the DuPont family and is very well organized. There's much to see. Expect to spend at least 2-3 hours enjoying the spectacular array of flora. We're heading back this summer to see it in another season besides the gorgeous sparkly winter holiday season. Enjoy! read more

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Wife and I went to Longwood Gardens and decided to try the new 1906 restaurant. First the new area is beautiful and you can see the scenery from the bar. We decided to sit at the bar and try the starters/apps. We had the smoked olives, mushroom pate, veggie chips and lobster arnechie. Food was fantastic. Staff was so friendly, will definitely be back again. Remember to make reservations for sitting in the room. We were lucky to get seats at the bar read more

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No matter the time of year, it's always beautiful and festive at Longwood Gardens! I was able to enjoy the holiday season this year and what a wonderful light show they offer as you walk through the entire garden. Longwood garden offers both indoor and outdoor exhibits all year around and they have amazing displays of a variety of plant species! Everything you can imagine and as beautiful as the eye see. I'm amazed and impressed of all the exotic plants down to the succulents and cacti. Plant arrangements are all set with perfection and creativity and are an amazing work of art! You can enjoy the garden at your leisure and at your own pace. There's plenty of food outlets with a huge cafe and onsite restaurant along with an amazing, but fairly pricy, gift shop. Employees were also very accommodating with any questions and checking in through the gate was a breeze with your scanned ticket. Be prepared to be amazed and do some walking all day and be sure to have enough memory on your phone for all the pictures you'll end up taking! lol read more

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Longwood Christmas is always extremely magical and well put together! Tickets are required this time of year and could be extra for some memberships. No matter the weather, it can be pretty busy! This year's theme was gems, and they were scattered throughout the grounds and conservatory! Lots of jaw, dropping lights, decoration, and flower displays! Longwood also has a higher end cafe with lots of options for everyone! Always a great experience!!! read more

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I Beg Your Garden 1,100-acre public gardens that's considered one of the "premier" horticulture display gardens in the US. It's been open to the public since 1921 thanks to the DuPont family, and welcomes in a whopping 1.6-million(!) visitors annually. The were also recently named "Best Botanical Garden in the US" by USA Today®** reader's poll. The Good: *Despite the popularity, this place never felt crowded because it's so massive. *Be sure to catch one of the water fountain shows, complete with music. *Open year-round *Lots of events so check the calendar before you visit. *Holiday light displays, if you're lucky enough to visit during that time of year. *Lots of indoor gardens, so even on an especially cold or hot day this wouldn't be a bad idea to visit. The Meh: *Kinda out in the middle of nowhere. *Not the cheapest at $32-35/per adults and $17-20/kids (5-18), but more on that in a minute. The Ugly: *Prices fluctuate by date and time. Hint: it's cheaper during the week. Conclusion: Amazing place to visit for plant and nature lovers alike. Highly recommended. **https://longwoodgardens.org/news/press/longwood-gardens-named-best-botanical-garden read more

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Hubby accompanied me to A Longwood Christmas. We started with lunch at 1906. We chose the 3-course pre-fixe lunch option. The food and service never disappoint, even though our favorite person, long-time employee Natalie, wasn't working. John did a superb job for a wonderful dining experience. My first day visiting A Longwood Christmas exhibit in January, the last week of the exhibit. I must say Longwood was definitely not as crowded, and I felt like I had time to stop and enjoy all the floral delights and ask questions like how the plants are watered. There are underground hoses in every section, supplying room-temperature water. Even my husband had questions, like about the new conservatory: why are some windows on the roof open? We learned there is an automated system tied to the weather for internal climate control. The displays were still amazing and lovely, even with a few days before closing. And all those poinsettias that are grown just for the exhibit get mulched. read more

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Beautiful botanical gardens, wandering paths, treehouses, farm house galleries and so much more. I returned to finally get to see the 3rd treehouse my 2 children and I never got to see when they were little - too far for their little legs to walk. Now my son is 6ft 4" and about to enter college and my daughter is a busy pre-school teacher. Returned to visit with my son...happy we got to see the 3rd (and furthest) treehouse together, walk the meadows and visit the farmhouse galleries. read more

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Longwood was *stunning* this year. We weren't able to get tickets the last few years so seeing all the new installments made the even more fabulously festive. It had snowed heavily the day before but everything at longwood was shoveled and salted. Everything looked so beautiful covered in snow, it truly was a winter wonderland! I was a little disappointed that the tree house was closed, but I knew longwood did it out of an abundance of caution since the steps looked extra icy. Parking lots were shoveled as well. There were little drink stations on the route where you could get beer, wine, or hot chocolate. I got the Bailey's hot chocolate and it was FABULOUS. So creamy and chocolate. Not very heavy on the Irish cream part but it was so perfect for the weather. It kept me toasty on the inside until we got to the cafe. I got the citrus glazed salmon entree that came with seasonal veggies and mashed potatoes. I wanted to get the leek and potato soup but they were all out. I bought a festive wintery hard cider which was refreshing and My husband stood in line for 10 min to get me a peppermint spiked hot chocolate that was the icing on the cake! All the exhibits were fabulous, it truly is something you have to see to experience it. I cannot recommend it enough!! read more

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I cannot believe this was my first time at Longwood Gardens! This place is a magical escape into the gardens and the forest. Wanting to move our ticket time an hour later, we called the gardens first thing at 10 am, and did have to wait on hold for some time before getting help. I imagine many people run into the same issue as we did. However, we were able to change our ticket time with the $8 fee, though this was worth it for our schedule. We came in the late afternoon to be able to see some of the gardens in the light and also stay until after sunset to see the Christmas light decor. While all of the gardens were wonderful to walk through, the Forest Walk was especially magical at night. It was lit beautifully, and the lights syncing with the music was mesmerizing. I definitely recommend visiting Longwood Gardens and I cannot wait to come back in the spring for a new season of blooming! read more

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Longwood gardens is a must for nature enthusiasts. You'll easily hit 10,000 steps in a visit walking to all six districts . The greenhouse themes went from jungle to desert. One of the star attractions is the main fountain garden. Also worth noting, the well curated bonsai collection. The open meadows and paths through the woods are beautiful, especially in the Fall as you can see the changing leaves. The cafeteria has a variety of foods from soups, sandwiches, salads, even adult beverages. There is also a beer garden on the premises, where live performances take place. Parking was easy where staff guides you from the parking lot to the main entrance. The entire experience is enjoyable and relaxing. I can't wait to go back this Spring! read more

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Absolutely stunning grounds and giant greenhouses, filled with many exotic flora from all over the world. It is hard to imagine the work that goes into keeping all these beautiful plants and flowers looking so good. We came in the dead of winter so didn't get to see all the outdoor areas, but the indoor spaces are just incredible. I can't wait for the warmer weather to return and experience the outdoors as well. Highly recommended! read more

I went to Longwood Gardens on Monday afternoon (bought tickets the same day) and had such a lovely day! They still have their Autumn's Colors installation until the 16th, so it was nice to see that. In previous visits, I've always gone during the holidays. In addition to the various floral displays, there were some kid friendly areas. We were there with a group and the kids loved the tree houses. The gift shop was also great, they had a nice selection of ornaments, home decor, stationary, and other items. Hoping to visit again during the holidays so that I can try the 1906 restaurant! read more

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I had no expectation and wow -- so gorgeous and massive! I've always enjoy colors in nature but going with friends who know things is much more charming! Lovely when others have higher resolution Vision: highlighting certain details that are previously unknown/invisible to me and making the world more interesting and full of wonder It's the first summer of my life. in many ways read more

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It's hard to put into words just how pleasant walking through Longwood Gardens is. Longwood Gardens has everything: so many varieties of trees, flowers, and vegetable plants, plus beautiful fountains and walking paths. The fountain show was a fun surprise. Be careful where you stand for this! Getting soaked did turn out to be perfect on a hot day, though. Speaking of, it's best to time your visit during the cooler parts of the year. The conservatory areas are a bit cooler than the fully outdoor areas but if it's hot, the main limiter to covering the full gardens will be the heat. Also, food from outside isn't allowed. Well, really, food that's in plain view of staff at the entrance isn't allowed... 4 hours was enough to watch a fountain show, see the Main Fountain Garden District, and see the Conservatory District. The Idea Garden in the Main Fountain District is an interesting mix of vegetable plants, fruit plants, herb plants, flowers, and more. We were lucky to get an unofficial tour of parts of the Idea Garden from a very passionate staff member who shared interesting facts about the plant varieties. The Conservatory District is absolutely beautiful, and I particularly loved the Waterlily Court. Despite the fact that it's a well known tourist site, it was a peaceful and beautiful experience to the point where I didn't want to leave. I'm definitely looking forward to going again, both to cover the parts of the grounds that I didn't have time to see and to see the seasonal changes in the plants. read more

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I'll start by confessing that I'm not a nature girl. I'd rather walk down Madison Avenue than through the woods. With that said, I was blown away by my initial visit to Longwood Gardens. A preponderous of four and five-star reviews can't be wrong. Besides various gardens, greenhouses and trails, you can enter Pierre DuPont's home. (He took over the property to save majestic trees from being cut down for lumber.) I plan on coming back in the fall, and likely next winter. Exhibits and plantings change seasonally. If you visit in the summer: -- know that it gets hot. Dress lightly. Hydrate. -- don't forget sunscreen. And a hat! Okay, sunglasses too. -- there's a lot of ground to cover. Wear comfy shoes. -- they recommend purchasing tickets on line. Tickets are timed, and once a slot fills, that's it. I've attached photos which are okay, but nothing compared to the "real thing." read more

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I've been to Longwood Gardens a handful of times in the past decade but there was always something under construction. I went this week and it felt so complete, I think all the projects they had underway have been completed. The bonsai garden outside is incredible, they have bonsais that are over a hundred years old. There's also an opportunity to see a part of Dupont's home. The foyer will transport you to a garden in Cuba, then there is a ten minute documentary and a museum that follows. The conservatory district is really cool and offers thousands of species of flowers to look at. The bio wall in front of the restrooms are incredible and luscious. The orchid room is like walking into a Nordstrom perfume section during the holidays. The Main Fountain Garden will make you feel like you are in Versailles. The space is absolutely stunning and well curated. read more

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We spent the afternoon for the first time at Longwood Gardens. What a beautiful site. The Christmas themed gardens were absolutely stunning. It was a bit crowded but not so crowded you couldn't spend some time focused or taking pictures. The employees were very friendly and always available for questions. What a fantastic day read more

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First time visiting. My friend and I are both into plants so we chose to go during the daytime and thoroughly enjoyed. The garden space inside was very comfortable, with heat blasting upwards from the flooring. Beautiful gem-themed holiday display. Gift shop was a bit overpriced but fun to visit as well. The bonsai section was closed when we went. read more

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Longwood presents a garden like no one else. You have an inside option in the conservatories on bad weather days and outside on nice days. The gardens are beautifully done and the place is very well maintained. There are food options and there are many volunteers to help guide you around the estate with excellent service. read more

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We're members here because of the revisit-ability. The features and smaller garden features change constantly, and are always seasonable and beautiful. Restrooms and drinks throughout, family friendly as well as date friendly. My favorite is the wisteria in the spring. read more

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Absolutely magical - what I would call a refuel of the soul Longwood Gardens is beyond words a gem that everyone should experience. Easy parking, kind staff, and absolutely breathtaking views throughout the entire area. Food and beverages were also delicious! Whether a small group, large party, or date night it's perfect for any and all! We spent 4 hours exploring and could've easily spent another 3 - can't wait to visit again! read more

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Longwood Gardens is just a spectacular place with a plethora or plants and flowers! All of the staff members were very pleasant and Disney-esque! Wear comfortable clothing and good walking shoes as the exhibits are a nice stroll away. The earlier fountain show was very entertaining and lasted about 3 songs. The song selections were happy tunes from Earth, Wind and Fire & Kool and The Gang, and then ended with a bluesy upbeat song. After strolling around this majestic place, we decided to visit the Cafe. We were bracing to be wowed by the looks of the rest of the estate. However, this was the biggest disappointment of our time there. The food is prepackaged and very unappealing. It gave school lunch/quickchek vibes without any visible cooking or grilling happening. There were fries and chicken tenders that seemed to be fresh in the warmer so we decided to go with the safest bet. Hard, overly-breaded and lukewarm chicken tenders and lukewarm fries. Both lacked any flavor. What a true disappointment and waste of money, and mostly my appetite. This food was not cheap and I've had better chicken tenders at the movies, so I definitely felt robbed. One thing I must say is that the place was immaculate. Their staff was very attentive and pleasant and kept the place spotless. We met a sweet lady named Engracia whose name literally translates to In Grace.. I figured I could shift my lens a bit from the food. We noticed a manager nearby and we shared our experience with her and although she brought the chef out to speak with us, the damage was done. He explained that the chicken and fries come frozen and they are not prepared onsite. They tried to offer dessert but we want to continue exploring the grounds. After visiting the remainder of the exhibits, we ended the night with a spectacular Latino music themed lighted fountain show. This was truly an experience! We loved every moment of the show. I hope that they consider revamping their cafe style because it truly is an eyesore for a such a majestic estate. read more

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I had a lovely time visiting Longwood Gardens today. The last time that I visited here was before Covid. Today was cold, and I only checked out the indoor areas. They did the renovations here nicely. There were a lot of employees (or volunteers?) to direct people in the gardens. I liked the new conservatory. After walking around, I had to eat lunch at the cafe. I picked out the best looking items- a shrimp salad and a fruit tart. They were excellent, especially the fruit tart. They had a wide range of choices, from fried chicken tenders to salad. All of the employees must have taken a class on employee friendly behavior and/or must be very happy to work there. In some gardens I felt like I was back in Belize. It was very, very relaxing. read more

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Longwood Gardens is must see during the holidays with 1000 acres of manicured lawns, water fountains, gardens, arboretums, two conservatories, flowers, bonsai garden, Christmas trees, lights, decorations, music, a pump museum and gift shop. Be prepared to spend a few hours because there's so much splendor to see and experience. This place creates the feeling of childhood wonderment every time I visit. Just absolutely glorious! read more

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We were looking for Baby friendly outing options and stumbled upon the longwood Christmas and what an awesome experience. It was lovely. The fabulous display of plants and Christmas decor, the plants, and specially the orchids here were so so beautiful. I am a plant parent and I loved seeing lush green plants so well they were maintained. The place was so big and spick n span. I love the chandeliers made of flowers and trees. We went closer to the new year, so it was really really cold and windy, but even then there was ample to see indoors in the greenhouse which was temperature controlled and we were all comfortable even with three month old baby to two explore. We also died at the cafe 1906 and loved the starters. Main course. Could use a little bit more flavours and we did not know that it's only a very limited menu that is available. If you don't have a main dining room reservation, I hope next time we will plan better and get a reservation before. Then in the evening, when the lights were on, it looked much more magical with the Train display and also the caramel hot chocolate was so good in the cold. It was overall a very good experience. We spent a good time. There was also a nursing room for breastfeeding moms, which was a plus. Everything was very clean, Well maintained,staff was very good. We did miss carolers n other musical performances. I could not get info on when and where they were happening. would be happy if that could be incorporated better for next time. also, it's a great place to get awesome photos with family and Christmas decor and lots of different kinds of huge Christmas tree decorations. Overall, we spent close to 5 to 6 hours here. Yes, there is good amount of walking so if someone is not comfortable walking much, it's not a recommended place. Otherwise I would highly suggest coming here. We will definitely be back. read more

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A beautiful and well maintained garden where you can easily spend the whole day. They offer different programs for spring, summer, fall, and winter, and my favorite time to visit is during spring or fall. There's a recently renovated restaurant called 1906 if you got extra budget because it's definitely on a higher end. read more

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Visited the gardens in October. While some of the garden beds and water features in the Italian section were not available, there is still plenty to do outdoors. Tree houses, model railroad, other outdoor gardens, and a cafeteria style food court. The conservatory indoors are well kept and lots to see! Check out the bathrooms in the green wall. Very neat to see. read more

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Since we first came to Longwood for their Valentine's Day event in 2021 and we became members soon after. We've been coming to Christmas displays, special light exhibits, spring and summer displays, and really anytime we have an afternoon to spend wandering outside. We've come and had food at the newer beer garden which continues to expand. We enjoy 1906 which is their fine dinning restaurant. The new space in the conservatory is as beautiful as the precious space. It's a wonderful and whimsical experience every time. We hope to continue coming throughout the seasons as there's always something new blooming. The water lily garden will return this summer and we've missed it while the glass palace was under construction. Make sure to talk to the staff, who are always helpful and knowledgeable, to find out what the major draws are currently and upcoming. read more

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I love it here it's always a good place to let the kids run around . Staff are awesome it's such a great vibe . The food is a bit pricey but it's doable read more

What a lovely day trip. Plenty of restrooms throughout the gardens. They have main fountain shows at multiple times throughout the day. I half expected dinosaurs to come out of the conservatory jungle. Beautiful surprises throughout the gardens. Very well kept, clean, and calming but still family friendly. I would love to come back. The cafe and Beer Garden offers multiple dining options. There's also a more expensive and classy restaurant. The gift shop sells plants and has fair to higher range prices on souvenirs, journals, and books. Friendly staff throughout the park. read more

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All day at Longwood. Did tour and lecture at no additional charge. Both were great. I enjoyed the science research lecture about propagating endangered native plants for conservation. The speaker made the science interesting and understandable. Did conservatories. Plants are beautiful. West Conservatory plants from Mediterranean regions at peak bloom now during Winter. Orchids room is stunning. Love the arrangement of blooming plants in the main conservatory. Did the nighttime light show. Unique and beautiful lights unlike anything I seen before. Love the originality. Only negative is the cafeteria. Food is expensive but I guess that is the cost of not having to spend time dining somewhere else then getting back to Longwood. The service is fast but at the cost of mediocre food. The food is prepared ahead of time so not fresh. Still, I had a great time. I go to Longwood Gardens for the nature and beauty. read more

I always love visiting Longwood Gardens. It's one of my happy places :) There is beauty everywhere. It is probably the best garden and fountain in the US. I've visited a few on the top 10 but Longwood takes the cake. With plants from all over the world, Longwood gets the best to make beautiful displays. The new conservatory has a lot of silver-ish palm trees, tropical plants, plants from Hawaii and all over the world. The water feature is beautiful and peaceful with new clovers. The lily pad garden is stunning with many blooms in various colors. The food is pretty good but overpriced. The idea garden has lots of fun mini gardens. Next to that is the vegetable and fruit garden with corn, peppers, squash, pumpkins and more. The orchid room is one of my favorites along with the ginkgo rows of trees by the new conservatory. Great job to the staff! Love Longwood! read more

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12.25.24 Surprisingly, very crowded for Christmas. The gardens are beautiful, however, it was smaller than I was anticipating. They estimated it would take 3 to 4 hours, but my husband and I were done in one and a half hours. I wanted more lighting on the grounds as some areas were pitch dark. My husband said that it is intentional due to needing it to be dark for the Christmas lights to stand out. There are shuttle buses if you park in the south lot that take you to the visitor center. That's what we did and avoided the main parking lot. Overall, I had a very lovely time. I just wished there had been considerably less people there. Highly recommend. read more

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I have always loved visiting Longwood gardens- no matter the time of year it is always beautiful! I recently got a membership which I am very excited about. I thought the membership pricing was super fair and since I am local I will definitely make great use of it and save some money. Christmas time is one of their busiest seasons and I'm always impressed by how well they handle the crowds. Despite being packed and busy everything from parking to wandering the gardens is very easy. The gardens are stunning and so well kept, the Christmas decor is next level. It's such a nice tradition to go each year. If you are local or visiting Longwood is a must see. I also love that you can get food and drinks there and really make a day/night of it! Truly one of my favorite spots! read more

We all had such a great time walking around the garden. The fountains and the way the plants are displayed were so beautiful and created a wonderful environment to explore. read more

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This is one of my favorite gardens along the east coast! It is grand, marvelous, and well designed and maintained. The staff are always so kind and welcoming, the service for food or things within the garden is smooth, and the gardens are just simply breathtakingly beautiful and calm. I would highly recommend checking out the gardens every season, there is always something going on! read more

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Longwood Gardens is such a beautiful spot in the winter! The Christmas lights, water and light displays, and winter flowers are gorgeous. It's very busy, so grab tickets in advance! Love that they have a few areas outdoors for hot chocolate and quick snacks while you're there. read more

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