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    Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park

    369 Reviews
    #7 of 91 things to do in Tallahassee
    Gardens, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Outdoor Activities, Nature & Parks, More
    3540 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32309-3413
    +1 904-487-4556
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    “Great place for a restful walk”

    Visited Maclay Gardens while in town for a business trip. While the peak azalea bloom had... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    J_from_NY
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    Orlando, Florida
    “Very nice gardens”

    I've been here several times in different seasons and have enjoyed it every time. There is always... read more

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Janna64
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    Wesley Chapel, Florida
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    4.5
    369 reviews
    • Excellent65%
    • Very good28%
    • Average5%
    • Poor2%
    • Terrible0%
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    “reflecting pool” (20 reviews)
    “blooming season” (10 reviews)
    “full bloom” (15 reviews)
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    3540 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32309-3413
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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Great place for a restful walk

    Visited Maclay Gardens while in town for a business trip. While the peak azalea bloom had unfortunately passed (I visited in mid April), it was still a great place to walk around and bird watch. I also visited the house, and had an interesting talk...More

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Very nice gardens

    I've been here several times in different seasons and have enjoyed it every time. There is always something in bloom and birds and wildlife to see. The trails meander through planted gardens and natural areas. There are stone paths or you can go off the...More

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    Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile
    Nice place for a walk

    Unfortunately, we visited when most of the flowering plants were all done including the Camellias and the Magnolias. But the grounds are still lovely and we enjoyed walking through them. We had a dog and could not walk with her in the Garden area. But...More

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    Reviewed April 1, 2018 via mobile
    2nd visit

    Visited on last day of March. Extra entrance fee because of blooming season, but there weren't a lot of blooms. Still, it's a lovely, quiet garden, a great escape from the city. Lots of young people/lovers and families visiting.

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    Reviewed March 29, 2018 via mobile
    Snowbird

    Absolutely beautiful! I arrived as the azaleas were beginning to bloom. Walk on the stone paths or grassy trails and discover hidden gems like the Secret garden or the reflection pool. Educational as well as relaxing.

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    Reviewed March 14, 2018 via mobile
    Beautiful

    Beautiful park with lots of nice walking trails. The kids enjoyed the playground with great picnic areas!

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    Reviewed March 13, 2018
    A nice peaceful walk.

    We visited on our recent trip to Tallahassee, and took a walk in the Gardens and state park. The camellias and azaleas were pretty although I thought we would see more bulb flowers in bloom. The admission fee was $6 but worth it for a...More

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    Reviewed March 5, 2018
    Wonderful gardens!

    Really enjoyed walking around the gardens and touring the house. Everything is in bloom now, and it was all beautiful. Every person that was working there, from the front gate on, was awesome! We totally enjoyed spending the afternoon there. Just a tip, there aren't...More

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    Reviewed March 4, 2018 via mobile
    Gardens in Full Bloom

    Maclay Gardens is a treasure and we are so blessed to live within walking distance of this beautiful place. The best time to go is when all the camelias are in full bloom. We went last weekend and the flowers are breathless and countless! And...More

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    Reviewed February 24, 2018 via mobile
    Beautiful

    Considered a state park, this has a minimal fee or you can use your state park pass (I think our family pass was 100 or around that for one year of access to all state parks in FL). Entry into the park is standard with...More

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    Response from Candace M | Reviewed this property |
    The website states: "Many brides and grooms get married in the beautiful gardens at Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park. For information about weddings in the Gardens, please call." Just google "Maclay Gardens - Weddings... More
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