Conservatory Garden
Conservatory Garden
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Located across from the Museum of the City of New York, this Central Park oasis offers six acres of magnificent flowers and trees.
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Neighborhood: Central Park
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- Central Park North – 110th St • 7 min walk
- 103rd St • 7 min walk
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Justin W
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ3,203 contributions
Jan 2023
The gardens have a quiet elegance to them in the winter months when nothing is growing but still you can walk around and see all the bushes and statuary. The gardens are under renovation but in the winter months there is nothing to see on that side of the park.
Still is it nice to walk around the shrubbery and see the mazes of the gardens. There are still people walking around admiring the lawns and trees and taking pictures.
Still is it nice to walk around the shrubbery and see the mazes of the gardens. There are still people walking around admiring the lawns and trees and taking pictures.
Written January 16, 2023
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Traveller
New York City, NY2,992 contributions
Dec 2021
I visited the Conservatory Garden in Central Park in December 2021 after visiting the Museum of the City of New York. It is located near 5th Avenue and 105th Street. There is a Central Garden, North Garden and South Garden. The hedge rows are beautiful. The North Garden and the South Garden had fountains. I can imagine that it is very beautiful in the spring.
Written January 10, 2022
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kelledstyle
Montreal, Canada833 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
It's funny that we've been to Central Park many times and we never noticed this little garden. The Conservatory Garden is so pretty and is a perfect place for having a break. We visited back in November and the colors were very nice. For more pictures, visit my Instagram (IG: kelledstyle) :-)
Written February 15, 2020
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Justin W
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ3,203 contributions
May 2022
I went to the Central Park Conservatory for the first time since the pandemic and the core of the gardens are under renovation.
You can still walk around the perimeters of the gardens and see the trees and lawn. The fountain off to the side surrounding by those gardens was still open and it was nice to walk around. The flowers were in full bloom.
It will be nice to see the end results with the gardens when it is finished.
You can still walk around the perimeters of the gardens and see the trees and lawn. The fountain off to the side surrounding by those gardens was still open and it was nice to walk around. The flowers were in full bloom.
It will be nice to see the end results with the gardens when it is finished.
Written June 2, 2022
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lucycan
San Diego, CA3,282 contributions
May 2021
I've been going to NYC for many years but never even knew this garden existed. A very nice space in central park. Lots of great spots to sit and relax. Plants are all well manicured. Nice fountain. Public rest rooms. Did I mention its FREE?
Written May 19, 2021
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newyorknatives
New York City, NY159 contributions
Sep 2011
Central Park's Conservatory Garden is the city's best kept secret. Entry to the six acre wonder is through the magnificent Vanderbilt Gate on Fifth Avenue.The gate was the entryway to the Vanderbilt estate which once stood on the site.The garden consists of three gardens leading into one another.The English Garden is a formal garden with water lily pond and bronze statues of children. The French Garden features lavender and statuary,and The Italian Garden, has pergolas with wisteria hanging in abundance.
The Untermyer Fountain is a beautiful circular bronze sculpture of three dancing nymphs.Some couples choose to have their wedding photos taken there, so it's not uncommon to see a wedding party when you visit.Not too many people know about this unusual bit of beauty in Central Park , but this hidden gem is definately worth seeing.
The Untermyer Fountain is a beautiful circular bronze sculpture of three dancing nymphs.Some couples choose to have their wedding photos taken there, so it's not uncommon to see a wedding party when you visit.Not too many people know about this unusual bit of beauty in Central Park , but this hidden gem is definately worth seeing.
Written November 22, 2011
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Kiwigolfer2011
Auckland Central, New Zealand398 contributions
May 2013 • Family
A lovely peaceful place to visit when you want to get away from the buzz of Manhattan. Our apartment was two streets away from Central Park so visited here several times during our visit.
Each time was enjoyable and surprisingly very few people.
Each time was enjoyable and surprisingly very few people.
Written September 13, 2013
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justme009
USA42 contributions
Jul 2017
The gardens are a very lovely and peaceful escape from the hustle of NYC. My teenage daughter and I decided to take the subway to see the gardens. The walk from the closest subway stop (Lexington and 103rd) took us past some housing project areas in East Harlem where we did not feel particularly comfortable. This is not meant to be a judgement of the area; you need to be aware and do what makes you comfortable.
Written July 9, 2017
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Chmpgnrose
New York City, NY285 contributions
May 2019
Three BEAUTIFUL gardens composes the landscapes: French, English, and Italian. European gardens are extremely beautiful landscaping and greenery. These Conservatory Gardens makes the perfect background for wedding photography and other professional photo shoots as I was planning on having my wedding to be photographed here. Note a permit is required with an exorbitant fee to use the grounds for photography.
Walter Schott's Three Dancing Maidens scupture is located in the French garden. Central Park Conservancy has a book published about "Places to Discover and Enjoy in Central Park."
Walter Schott's Three Dancing Maidens scupture is located in the French garden. Central Park Conservancy has a book published about "Places to Discover and Enjoy in Central Park."
Written November 6, 2019
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Alec D
Seattle, WA2,743 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
Mid April is a little early for things in bloom. But it is still very pretty nevertheless. It’s located in the north east part of the park. It is closed part of Wednesday mornings for maintenance.
Written April 17, 2019
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Lynneart48
New York City, NY
can you picnic in the Garden?
TP
London, UK307 contributions
As long as you are with family members from only your household and that you keep 2m from other people. and you take all rubbish with you
Are dogs allowed here?
Faye F
New York City, NY272 contributions
I have been in the Gardens many many times and I have never seen dogs there. I don’t know if that is coincidence or if that is a rule.
I would not bring the dog in there… People are in there for the peace and beauty. It would infringe upon peoples enjoyment of the gardens.
Teddy_Llong
2 contributions
I want to visit the Conservatory Garden in New York with my family. Can you share any popular website, except govisitnyc, which I can go for detail information?
LizzieandIzzy
New York City, NY20,844 contributions
Agree with the above. Be aware that the Conservatory Garden is rather small and can be seen in less than an hour. If you wish for a longer excursion, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a true oasis of quiet beauty away from the din. The New York Botanic Garden (in the Bronx) is also very large, but it's farther away than the one in Brooklyn.
Vanessa A
5 contributions
Hi everyone! Will I still see these beautiful flowers by October? 3rd week of October actually... would love to add this to my itinerary if ever!! thanks!!!!
Justin W
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ3,203 contributions
There are still flowers in bloom in the park. It may not be like the Spring or Summer but the Gardens run seasonally. So expect to see Fall flowers in the Garden beautifully laid out and well maintained. The volunteers who work here take a lot of pride in the way the Garden looks.
Tina C
10 contributions
How long should I allow for the garden?
Justin W
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ3,203 contributions
Give yourself at least an hour and a half. While you are there don't miss the Museum of the City of New York and El Burrio Museum which are both across the street from the Garden. They both charge a small fee but are both worth visiting as well when in the area.
wishesandreams
7 contributions
In what months, days, and at what times is the Conservatory Garden open? (Planning to visit the week of June 26th-July 1st)
Justin W
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ3,203 contributions
The garden is open seven days a week but the best time to go is in the early afternoon around 1:00pm-5:00pm. It is not the best to go after twilight. Also plan on visiting the Museum of the City of New York and El Barrio Museums across the street. Tu Casa Deli on 104th Street has delicious empanadas that make a quick snack. There is also the Harlem Meer at the north end of Central Park that you should see before the afternoon was over.
How far in advance can you book at wedding at conservatory gardens please?
Adventure Diva
Manchester, CT2,020 contributions
May I suggest you contact the Conservatory Garden wedding line directly at 212 360 2766. Their web link also provides couples with additional information on permit application, regulations and reservations.
Ramaiah R
2 contributions
When is tulip flowers blooms.I am likely to visit in 4th week of April 2015.
cariskeith7
New York City, NY134 contributions
The tulip leaves are up in my garden now, but tulips bloom for over a month. Even if the tulips are done (which I doubt) the garden will be lovely. It will be a pleasant respite in a busy city, and a good place to start (or end) a trip to Museum Mile (Guggenheim, Met, etc.) Be sure to walk south through the park after the garden for a taste of New York at play.
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