Experts' Choice Award Garfield Park Conservatory
8 expert reviews
“Glass-enclosed, year-round stop for plant lovers and garden aficionados.”
– Condé Nast Traveler
Fodor's "Escape winter's cold or revel in summer sunshine inside this huge "landscape art under glass" structure, which houses tropical palms, spiny cacti, and showy blooms." Full review
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And don't miss the historic Jens Jensen–designed Fern Room with its lagoon, waterfalls, and profusion of ferns.
Not For Tourists "Tropical oasis in the midst of the urban jungle."
Travel + Leisure "Commonly referred to as "landscape art under glass," this beautiful conservatory occupies approximately two acres inside and often plays host to special events, demonstrations, and weddings." Full review
Where "Since 1908, visitors have been able to roam this historic landmark under glass, which boasts 2.8 acres of tropical rain forest palms, desert cacti and ancient cycads." Full review
Atlas Obscura "A lush green oasis in the middle of Chicago. " Full review
Time Out "The Desert House is filled with prickly succulents and cacti, the Fern Room is jam-packed with lush ferns and the Aroid House is home to popular houseplants." Full review
Afar Magazine "Opened in 1908, this urban sanctuary was designed by renowned landscape architect Jens Jensen." Full review
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Be sure to catch a glimpse of the Fern Room, too, a green retreat complete with one specimen thought to be over 300 years old.
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