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Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection

33663 Weyerhaeuser Way South, Federal Way, WA 98003
+1 253 924 5206
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Victoria, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

I'm pretty sure this was free admission. We were specifically visiting the Rhodo Garden and found this bonus exhibit to be delightful. They are beautifully displayed, and include just enough information for the average person to appreciate them more.

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Baltimore, Maryland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

It is 8$ a person. I don't know if the price varies at all. They have over 22 acres and yet it was smaller than I expected once you walk around. Everything was beautiful, and it felt good to be out among nature, even though we were still pretty close to everything.

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Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

This is our second visit to the garden. We are bonsai enthusiasts so we enjoy looking at bonsai from all over. The trees are very old and have wonderful stories connected to them. If you are in the area and have an interest, it is well worth a visit.

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Wrens, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2013

my first time ever seeing bonsai! i very much enjoyed it! more characters to meet minimum. thanks. enjoy

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Overland Park, Kansas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

Walking through this free outdoor display was highlight of our trip to Seattle area. Signage from main street could be improved but so worth the hunt. We loved it and will return if in area again.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

While I'm not a bonsai fan, I did find the bonsai collection at the Rhododendron Species Garden enjoyable. This collection is included in admission to the garden and is also adjacent to a very lovely gift shop.

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2013 via mobile

Bonsai gardens are free and worthwhile. I did not participate in the Rhododendron tour for it was $8.

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Waterloo, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2013

WOW! This is the best collection of Bonsai I have ever laid eyes on! I never dreamed of witnessing such incredible specimens .Each one captivates with mystery that such botanical manipulation could be such a beautiful art form! Be prepared to have your socks knocked off!

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Richmond, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

Big surprise just off Federal Way North of Tacoma, the Weyerhauser Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection. Will definitely return to see the rhododendron collection in full bloom. The corporate head-office building, an architectural gem from 1971, is also worth a visit. The Pacific Rim bonsai Collection is open weekly Tuesdays through Sundays (closed Mondays) year-round. Our operating hours are 10:00 Am... More

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Bonney Lake
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2013

This is a wonderful place to take visitors who could use a calm and quiet stroll after a long trip. The surroundings are beautiful and the centuries old creations are indeed world class bonsai art. If you are in a reflective mood, this is the place to be. The presentation is thoughtful and doesn't detract from the featured exhibits. Walk... More

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