bellingrath gardens and home

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  malfan

  Visiting in January, I wasn't sure how attractive the gardens would be. But the staff obviously plants and maintains the gardens to be beautiful year round. Camellias, glossy holly, and some flowering trees were lovely, and the layout of the gardens which were the pride of the Bellingraths is worth a visit by any gardener. The home and it's largely original furnishings provide a look into the 30s and 40s, and it has been meticulously maintained.

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  madonnah625

  My husband and I visited Bellingrath Gardens back in September. The flowers were simply lovely, we had the the grounds pretty much to ourselves, there were only a few people there viewing the flowers, it was very quiet and I was able to take lots and lots of pictures!!! We did not go through the home of the Bellingraths because we had been through it before. But, if you have never been through the house it is well worth the money and time to tour the house.

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  newjade

  Living about an hour and a half away, and hearing of how great the lights were for the christmas display, we finally had the opportunity to go this December. I can say that you will not be disappointed in this event. The lights are set up in themes throughtout the walking tour of the grounds. Some are traditional Christmas themes, others are more light hearted and more in line with life along the Gulf Coast. We spent about 3 hours here taking our time and enjoying the lights, but I suppose that you could probably do the entire loop in about an hour and half. There is a cafe for refreshments, but to be honest, when we were there it was so crowded, that we decided to go elsewhere. All in all, it is a very good experience.

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  bobalu11

  This was a wonderful surprise find. We were traveling through the city and planned our overnight here enroute to our destination. We visited the home during the day, had a light snack at the cafeteria and waited for it to get dark so we could see the full effect of the holiday lights. The gardens were aglow. We really enjoyed walking through a holiday light display instead of driving. We would visit this place again, especially in the spring to see all the flowers in bloom.

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  lenoxcircleguy

  I will agree it was not the best time weather wise to view the gardens bit at least the sun was out so I made the best of it. I enjoyed viewing the gardens and home

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  michaelpN7759LP

  Bellingrath Gardens really knows how to put on a light display. A must see attraction for everyone. Wonderful family atmosphere and great place see.

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  290jeffreyc

  This place is absolutely amazing and worth the $20 plus dollars to view the grounds and a tour of the Belligrath home. The home tour is especially interesting with many unique items displayed such as a ceramic collection from many European countries. Other items were purchased abroad. The history of the Belligrath family as a founding partner in the Coca-Cola Company is also interesting. The gardens are beautiful most times of the year and the grounds border a bay with a diverse environment of part brine and fresh water. During the summertime, I believe that a boat ride is available. -- A small restaurant with good food is also available.

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  paula1326

  We walked all over this property and it is lovely. Highly recommend. We were there in the winter so nothing was blooming, but it was still pretty!

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  Bob55197

  We've been to Bellingrath several times and we're never disappointed. We went in December when the Christmas displays were up. Not many flowers were in bloom, but the staff did, as usual, an amazing job with the Christmas decorations. We've been through the house before, but every time we go we notice something different. This is a beautiful and relaxing stop on any trip.

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  302daved

  We have been a couple times, but had not been there in 4 years. Wow...amazing lights in 2014. We went after the rush (December 30) and arrived as the gates opened. For us that is the best time to go. Less crowded and easier to maneuver with a stroller. We have also been to the Gardens in the late spring and it is just wonderful. Really a great family trip.