08/04/08

Art and Nature in the Middle of the City

by jessi3

Located in bustling Midtown, the Botanical Gardens offer an inexpensive way to spend the afternoon exploring exotic plant life, alternating art installations, nature walks, and simple snacks. For only $12, you can buy a cup of frozen yogurt or small pastry and cruise the rock garden, orchid house, Japanese garden, and multiple landscapes. What draws me most often is my love for art?currently you can view sculptures in motion either blowing in the wind or activated by your clapping hands. Famous glass artist Dale Chihuly has two breathtaking permanent exhibits on location, but you can catch different artists? work displayed throughout the year. Tanks of tropical frogs and impeccably refined landscape make the experience truly peaceful, enjoyable, and memorable. Parking is available on and off site, kids truly love it, and they offer special evenings accompanied by the occasional event or wine tasting for a unique, romantic night out. If you?re just searching for a neat way to spend Saturday morning and craving some aestheticism, the Botanical Gardens can provide both without the inconvenience of travel or high entrance prices.

• Pros: Inexpensive, diverse, and beautiful experience

11/24/06

Great venue for all

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.

On your wedding day, surround yourself with the beauty of nature.

by Contributor

The Scene
Picture this: It's a perfect evening in May. A warm breeze blows, flowers are blooming and birds chirp sweetly from nearby trees. If you've always dreamt of an outdoor wedding, the Atlanta Botanical Garden is definitely a location to consider. There are several spots where the ceremony can be held, but the most idyllic is the Rose Garden, which is equipped with the requisite charming gazebo. Most receptions are held outdoors, on the Plaza, but the Garden does have a large Day Hall which can be utilized in case of bad weather.

The Facts
Depending on which part of the Garden you choose for your ceremony and reception, the capacity is between 250 and 300 people. In case of rain, the Garden provides tenting at an additional charge. The Atlanta Botanical Garden is truly a beautiful spot for a wedding. But keep in mind that it's a natural environment, and thus always changing.

05/06/03

Good for kids

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.

04/08/03

Orchid Lights, Orchid Nights-Just Right!

by Austinhand

My wife and I attended the "Orchid Lights, Orchid Nights" event this past February, and it was wonderful! It was such a nice change from looking at two-dimensional art - Here we were looking at deep, lush gardens, and beautiful flowers and plants that were all around us, and even above us! We're really looking forward to coming back this spring to see the rose gardens, and all of the other new exhibits that are planned.

• Pros: Great for Dates, Great for Families, Very Serene

05/16/02

Amazing Orchids

by ebergman_citysearch

Located next to Piedmont Park, the Atlanta Botanical Garden does wonders with a relatively small space. The beautiful new orchid house is reason enough to visit and the playground makes it a great afternoon outing for kids. If you want to avoid the $10 admission charge, hit the park after 3pm on Thursdays.

• Pros: the orchid house
• Cons: a bit small, no place to picnic

05/14/02

Kids' Garden Not Just for Kids

by erinbehan_citysearch

If you need to get in touch with your inner child, try the Atlanta Botanical Garden during the day (when there aren't any kids around). Let yourself go and run through the kids' garden, ducking into the play areas and sliding down the slides. You'll feel a lot better about yourself and your day.