Experts' Choice Award Chicago Botanic Garden
What the experts agree on
This 385-acre living plant museum in suburban Glencoe showcases 26+ themed gardens and thousands of plant varieties across lakes, woodland trails, and specialty spaces—a serene escape that draws over a million visitors annually.
“With 26 garden areas, more than a million individual plants of 7,000 different varieties and a host of bird life, the 385-acre preserve makes a lovely stop at any time of year.”
– Michelin Guide
Fodor's "Among the 26 different gardens here are the three-island Malott Japanese Garden, the 5-acre Evening Island, and the new Grunsfeld Children's Growing Garden." Full review
Not For Tourists "385 acres of serene and lovely backdrops for wedding photos."
Where "Located in the northern suburb of Glencoe about 20 miles outside Chicago, this sprawling park boasts 385 acres of landscaped hills, lakes, indoor and specialty gardens, and nature trails." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A 385-acre living plant museum, features 27 distinct gardens and four natural areas, draws more than one million visitors annually, making it one of the most frequented public gardens " Full review
Frommer's "Despite its name, the world-class Chicago Botanic Garden is 25 miles north of the city in the suburb of Glencoe. This 385-acre living preserve includes...a variety of botanical environments..." Full review
Rough Guide "Apart from its myriad plant and bird species, Chicago Botanic Garden allows for mile upon mile of skyscraper-free strolling"
Time Out "The Chicago Botanic Gardens are one of the largest urban gardens on the planet, uniquely situated on 385 acres on and around nine islands, with six miles of lake shoreline. Home to more..."
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National Geographic "Enjoy a break from the city's urban side at the Chicago Botanic Garden and stroll through miles of bucolic landscapes. The garden also boasts more than 200 bird species, a sculpture..."
Lonely Planet "Take a wander through the 385-acre Chicago Botanic Garden near Glencoe to enjoy the scenic walking and biking trails, wildlife viewing opportunities, thought-provoking exhibitions and innovative workshops"
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