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Dow Gardens

1809 Eatsman Ave., Midland, MI 48640
800-362-4874
Ranked #1 of 7 attractions in Midland
4.5 of 5 stars 48 Reviews
Type: Gardens
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Harrison, Michigan
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Anyone visiting mid-Michigan should stop in. They have lots to offer. More

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Midland, Michigan
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

The gardens and landscape are top notch. This is a great place for photography. More

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Midland, Michigan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

I have a year round pass because I visit so much. The gardens are always changing and I love to see how beautiful they are. More

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

Visited during late May and while there was not very much color at this time, the grounds were beautiful and well manicured. It was a lovely afternoon and while there were a lot of people visiting, it never felt crowded. The student discount rate was generous. Even my non garden-loving husband reluctantly admitted he had a good time and found... More

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Michigan
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Great place for a walk, beautiful grounds and all well kept. Most places are wheelchair accessible. Nothing overly special, but a nice place to see while in town. More

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Midland, Michigan
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

Love the butterfly house, the annual flowers and the pathways in it. Very relaxing. Great place to hold an event or take pictures at. More

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See 8 more reviews by SharpMinds for Midland
Midland, Michigan, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

Butterfly House is a great place to take children. Offer year round nature walks. More

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Michigan
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

Butterfly Exhibit was worth the trip. Suggest arriving early so you can enjoy it before the crowds appear. The Gardens are so peaceful with plenty of areas to tuck away for a picnic, read or just enjoy the sights and sounds. More

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Wheaton, Illinois
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

Absolutely beautiful. And very low price ($5/person) More

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Ann Arbor, Michigan
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

This was the first time we visited in the spring. Lots of spring blooming plants and trees with lovely smells! More

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