Atlanta Botanical Garden
Atlanta, GA 30309
Phone: (404) 876-5859
- Hours:
- Apr-Oct: Tue-Sun 9am-7pm, Nov-Mar: Tue-Sun 9am-5pm
Editorial Review for Atlanta Botanical Garden – by Steve Merrill
The Experience
The Fuqua Conservatory, the garden's centerpiece, is a giant greenhouse enclosing climate-controlled ecosystems that evoke images of distant Brazil or Saharan Africa. The steamy Tropical Rotunda features colossal-sized plant life and towering rubber trees. Brightly colored birds and poison dart frogs raise a clamor and vie for space and food. Hundreds of variations of cacti, species of ground brush and rare desert flowers occupy the bone-dry alcove next door. The Fuqua Orchid Center is a popular draw showcasing an exotic variety of orchids typically found in 6,000- to 10,000-foot elevations.
Features
Well-trodden paths guide you through planned nature walks. The influence of Japanese architecture is evident throughout, and there are plenty of quiet spots to sit and absorb the beauty. Children are special guests at the Botanical Garden. An interactive "kids' space" was opened in 1999 by the garden in partnership with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoShare an intimate date in the Conservatory, where you can get lost in the dense foliage.
Where to SitVisit the Robinson Gazebo in the Fuqua Orchid Center for an amazing view of the Midtown skyline.
The ExtrasEven if you don't have kids, the Children's Garden is worth a visit--it's got sunflower sprinklers, huge plastic bugs and an adult-sized treehouse.
ParkingWeekdays, park in the small lot. Weekends, park in the Colony Square garage on 14th Street and take the shuttle.
User Reviews for Atlanta Botanical Garden
11/24/2006 Posted by kbellis
This venue appeals to young and old, trendy and conservative, singles and couples. The children's garden is abolutely precious from it Peter Rabbit display to the fountains. Toddlers love it. And the exhibits are fabulous. The current Niki exhibit is stunning.
Cons: Food in the cafe is good but overpriced.
05/06/2003 Posted by heyne
The garden has a very nice section for children. In the summer be sure to pack a suit or a change of clothes. There are serveral places for the kids to get wet. Children can get bored (or scared) in the orchid section, so we stick to the kid area across the bridge. The family membership is worth it if you plan on attending several times. Parking can be a pain. Be sure to go all the way in and check the lot before taking a street spot away from the garden.
Schedule
| 07/11/2008 | John Hiatt and the Ageless Beauties |
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| 8:00 pm | ||
| 07/18/2008 | Jerry Jeff Walker |
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| 8:00 pm | ||
| 07/25/2008 | Lucinda Williams |
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| 8:00 pm | ||
| 08/01/2008 | K.T. TUNSTALL |
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| 8:00 pm |
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