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Missouri Botanical Garden

4344 Shaw St, MO 63110
314 577 9400
Ranked #1 of 117 attractions in Saint Louis
5.0 of 5 stars 255 Reviews
Type: Gardens, Historic Sites
Traveler Description: The Missouri Botanical Garden (www.mobot.org) is a world class botanical garden and research facility. It was founded by Henry Shaw, an immigrant... more »
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Saint Louis, Missouri
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

One of the most lovely outdoor spaces you will find anywhere. The research component of MOBOT is among the best in the world. The Wednesday night concerts during the summer with free admission are not to be missed. Bring good food, a few bottles of wine, and friends for a great evening. More

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Miami, Florida
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

In the winter the place was just too empty. Yet there was a lot to see. I could not tell if there was any tour schedule for Shaw's Mansion. It was easy to get lost and not find your way back to the entrance. I wanted to see more than the usual hot-house plants. When the geodesic dome opened up... More

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Anderson, Indiana, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

We came for the Chinese festive and it was awesome More

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Knoxville, Tennessee
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Reasonable prices, great selection for lunch, ate prior to tram trip through gardens More

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Chicago, Illinois
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Amazing! Must do when visiting St Louis. I was there for the Lantern Festivaland it was truly an unforgettable day. They have beautiful displays. Makes for memorable photos. My husband and I had a great time. More

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Labadie, Missouri
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Don't let the name of the place fool you- Children will love the Garden as much as the adults. The maze, the fish, the playgound... Kids will have a ball here. The Missouri Botanical Garden (aka "Shaw's Garden") is one of the most beautiful spots in the city of St. Louis. There are many paths, which makes it easy if... More

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

In addition to the already amazing, huge, world class garden grounds, this summer you are in for an amazing delight as the Lantern Festival debuts! We are talking GRAND scale, amazing lantern art work THROUGHOUT the entire garden. It is vibrant, playful, majestic and awe inspiring and that was just what we saw during the day as they were putting... More

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St Louis
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Its the second best garden Ive ever seen. I must rate Buechart Gradens in Victoria Canada the best although not as versatile. More

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Brooklyn, New York
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

By far, the Missouri Botanical Garden is one of the best in the country. The fantastic Japanese Garden is definitely the highlight, but don't miss out on the charming Ottoman Garden, the large Iris Garden, and a stroll through the English Woodland Garden. All the grounds are meticulously maintained and laid out extremely well. It's the oldest botanic garden in... More

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Tel Aviv, Israel
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102 reviews 102 reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Very big and wonderful gardens. Japanese part is the best, tropical also very good, actually everything. And next week they open the Chinese new year festival, should be very nice at nights More

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