Can't go wrong with 155 beautifully landscaped acres. Don't miss the butterfly house in season! And in the winter, the Tropical House is amazing!
Lots of privacy and flowers and sunny skies or those gothic gray ones but who cares because you are in Virginia Beach and except for the greasy cruisers in the thick of summer, this place is awesome and reasonably priced for good times. The flowers and trees and paths here are sewn together by mother nature and Jah and it is peaceful when you need seclusion but there are those nooks and crannies for quick and slow kisses. All you have to do is then decide do you want to go to Norfolk or the beach (also called the shore if you are from the Garden State).
This Botanical has historical significance built in the 30's. Boat rides in the summer, butterfly gardens, Halloween events, Garden of Lights, kids area...the garden has a little bit for everyone. The rose garden is spectacular, and in the a couple a days a week during certain hours you can actually ride your bike and enjoy all areas.
It may not be Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania, but it's sure worth a visit. For a onetime visit, take the tram. You'll never see it all on foot. In summer, the screened in butterfly garden is a real treat. There's a nice play area for kids to burn off a little steam, too. At times the airport makes some noise, but the berms do a rather effective job of screening most of it. I think it's one of the better botanical gardens in the country. My daughter likes it so much she buys a yearly pass, and we regularly go with her for an outing at the Gardens.
We had so much fun,was great for adults as well as the kids! Beautiful! We all enjoyed! My daughter bought the membership,so her family will be visiting again.
Have been here many times and always beautiful. Spring is the nicest because the azaleas are in full bloom. But any season is nice. Very unique rose garden, many path to walk, rest and be with your thoughts, nature sounds and smells. Highly recommend.
We had the pleasure of visiting this lovely location when our connecting flight was delayed. It was late Spring with the azaleas and rhododendrons in full bloom. Lots of birds and butterflies along the walking path. Beautiful and peaceful despite being at the airport. It was a nice, unexpected distraction. Lovely.
Something for everyone here and something interesting in any/all seasons. It's also not too expensive. I don't garden myself but love to walk around here.
Lovely place to walk... water park area for kids for really warm days.... interesting facts along the way
Our daughter was Married in the Butterfly Garden at Norfolk Botanical Gardens, and it was absolutely lovely. The Gardens are a very beautiful, bright spot in the City of Norfolk. And worth every penny to visit. When the Rose garden is in bloom, between the color and the scent that permeates the air? WoW is all I can say! Visit if you are in Norfolk in Spring/Summer/Fall. You will love it!