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Anderson Japanese Gardens

784 Reviews

#1 of 28 things to do in Rockford

Nature & Parks, Gardens

Closed Now: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

318 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61107-1035

Open today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Average3%
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“tea house”(25 reviews)

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OPEN SEASONALLY MAY 1 - OCTOBER 31: Anderson Japanese Gardens is proud of its longstanding reputation as one of the highest quality Japanese gardens in North America. Our passion, however, is how the Garden positively impacts individuals and the...more

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318 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61107-1035

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Jackie555444

Toledo, Ohio

10325

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Peaceful Gem

It is a lovely spot to enjoy some peaceful moments. They have done a nice job patterning after a traditional Japanese garden. I have been to Japan and this is a nice reflection.

Date of experience: August 2019

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HOTROD37

Sycamore, Illinois

37074

Reviewed 1 week ago

Hidden jem in Rockford

Our daughter has been recommending the garden for a long time. We finally made the trek over. It's like a completely different world when you visit there. Very tranquil. Highly recommend having a few hours to visit and good walking shoes. Breakfast at the Fresco...More

Date of experience: August 2019

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se0nak

Chicago, Illinois

6228

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Beautiful garden

Enjoyed this garden despite of high entrance fee. Highly recommend. Well maintained garden with lots of Japanese characters.

Date of experience: September 2018

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2doglady

Tennessee

525195

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

A Beautiful Place

This garden is so beautiful that you feel you want to be quiet so as not to disturb anything! Ha! The staff here was pleasant and we felt we were in a safe area. The gardens cost $10 ($9 age 62 and up) in 2019....More

Date of experience: August 2019

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WillHildebrandt

Lake Zurich, Illinois

4814

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

A slice of Japan, right in Rockford.

The exotic foliage was so vibrant with water everywhere. Even the COI fish were friendly. The tea house and other architecture was also interesting. Depending on your pace, it will take you about an hour and a half so see all the cool stuff. The...More

Date of experience: July 2019

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Kellie M

Indianapolis, Indiana

145

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Impeccably landscaped

My husband, daughter and I enjoyed a wonderful stroll through the beautiful gardens. It was a calming, exquisite day that was thoroughly enjoyable. We appreciated the masterful attention to detail in the landscaping and the placement of seating to enjoy nature's beauty.

Date of experience: August 2019

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SherryF463

Rockford, Illinois

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Beautiful

The gardens are very beautiful love the music in the gardens on tues love it they feature some local artists as well as well known ones

Date of experience: August 2019

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lindah583

Covert, Michigan

3810

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Lunch stop

Our family of 7 stopped here for lunch and to view the gardens. Lunch was lovely on the outdoor patio and the gardens were spectacular. The teens and our six year old had fun feeding the fish and ducks with the food you can buy...More

Date of experience: August 2019

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REHRAH

Lake Orion, Michigan

176

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Beautiful gardens!

Their gardens are beautiful and well-maintained! Many areas to explore and take photos. Lots of places to just sit down and relax. Their gift shop has unique gift ideas as well.

Date of experience: July 2019

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AZJOHN1

Arizona

11862

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Very highly regarded... room for improvement?

We drove out of our way on a cross-country trip to see this highly-regarded garden. It is lovely, with water features everywhere. I am being a little bit critical with my concerns, listed here. It doesn't mean someone shouldn't go. 1) The plants are overgrown...More