How to Visit the New York Botanical Garden
The New York Botanical Garden is situated on 250 acres with more than 50 separate garden exhibits. You can visit the gardens any time of year. The season determines what type of plants and flowers that you will see. Plan your visit ahead of time in order to get the most out of the gardens. Read on to learn how to visit the New York Botanical Garden.
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Decide on the time of year that you wish to visit the New York Botanical Garden. Different flowers will be blooming each season. For example, if you visit in February expect to see snow crocus, jade vine, passionflower and rosy periwinkle.
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Pay admission fees. There is a general admission fee as well as a charge to visit the conservatory, take a guided tour or visit the children's garden.
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Use public transportation to arrive at the New York Botanical Garden. You can park on-site for $10, but traffic can prove to be a problem.
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Take time to visit the rock garden, the conservatory and ornamental conifer exhibit. These attractions are some of the best that the garden has to offer.
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Respect the garden rules. You are asked to not pick the flowers or litter the grounds in anyway. You are also required to stay on all garden paths.
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Bring along cash to shop. The Shop in the Garden has gardening equipment, flowers, plants and books on gardening.
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Tips & Warnings
To save money on food, bring along your lunch and utilize the garden's picnic area.
Certain areas may not be wheelchair accessible due to rocky or soft surfaces.
