What a gem of a botanical garden and walking paths! Very well kept, beautiful scenery, very nice walking paths and a bit of history if the 1930's home of Alfred B Maclay is open when you are there. I would spend 2 hours or so...More

If Gardens appeal to you, this is a great stop! Our family loved it. There are two main areas. One consists of a “rec” pavilion with canoe rentals, covered picnic tables, and small-ish playground for the kids. The other is more the main draw- a...More

This is one of Tallahassee most beautiful and scenic parks. if you want beautiful scenery while you sit out and relax and enjoy yourself at this park. Nature walks with room for fun and games and picnics and family gatherings or just go solo

Maclay Gardens is a state park in Tallahassee, Florida. The park is most beautiful in the spring when all the plants are in bloom and the greenery has recovered from a mild winter. There are paths to walk, a home to explore, and at various...More

Loved it. Note that the house isn’t open in May, but we were happy just to walk outside. Not much else to say.

Self guided walking tour on beautifully kept grounds. Best time to view gardens is late winter\early spring. Summer months offer swimming, kayaking, hiking etc.

I grew up going to the old Cypress Gardens as a kid. Alfred B. Maclay Gardens took me back to that time. We went in April when there is typically an extra charge to see the formal gardens. We went in the evening so the...More