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Elizabethan Gardens

1411 National Park Drive, Manteo, NC 27954
252-473-3234
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Ranked #6 of 12 attractions in Manteo
Type: Gardens
Activities: Hiking
Description: A reproduction of a garden of the time of Elizabeth I located on Roanoke Island.
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

We'd heard about Elizabethan Gardens from a TV show that veriied the authenticity of their portrait of Queen Elizabeth 1. The pix is now in DC but the wide variety of plants and trees were there to provide us with a peaceful and plant-full afternoon. We enjoyed the mix of shade loving plants, lovely big trees, and a small but... More

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Dallas
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

We found these gardens to be very small - not at all worth the price of admission ($9). The brick sidewalks are not well maintained and we tripped several times. The bathroom was not very nice, and the employee taking admission was very rude & dismissive. The couple ahead of us just turned around and left. As far as botanical... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

I have been here several times and it never fails me. I adore wandering around and exploring the grounds. The trees that are here are old and beautiful. You can almost picture gnomes or fairies living here quite happily. It is a great and peaceful place to visit when in town.

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Morrisville, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

Came here for a day with the family, and really enjoyed ourselves. Quite a gorgeous place. Would highly recommend on an off day from the beach.

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Jackson, NJ
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Nice way to spend an hour or two. Winding paths, beautiful gardens and statuary. If you like flowers you'll like this place!

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Clemmons, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

This is like stepping back in time. I try and visit whenever I can. Their gift shop is great! You can also buy plants there to take home.

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Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

The gardens are very well maintained and offers a variety of areas to explore. We went in the early spring and there were plenty of flowers blooming. The fees are reasonable and the staff is very friendly.

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Lake Placid, FL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

Such a gorgeous place of peace and tranquility....beautiful flowers and flowering bushes/trees. A leisurely break, an area to stroll thru and enjoy the beauty of NC in the spring.

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Staunton, Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

Lovely perennials and nice, shaded trails to wander in this arboretum styled trail of gardens. Worth the entry fee if you want a pastoral afternoon amongst lovely plants.

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Hendersonville, North Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013

If you're a garden person, you'll enjoy a visit here. It's pretty, even in the off season when not all that many things are in bloom. Look for some unusual plants to buy too in their well-stocked garden shop.

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