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Longwood Gardens

Route 1, Kennett Square, PA 19348
610-388-1000
5.0 of 5 stars 364 Reviews
Type: Gardens, Historic Sites, Geologic Formations, Valleys
Activities: Viewing foliage
Description: The garden spreads out over 1,000 acres and includes 20 distinct gardens in the conservatory alone.
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

You don't need to have a green thumb or be a master gardener to appreciate Longwood. Every display is flawless and over the top - from topiary to 100 year old Bonsai to native gardens. Great for elementary age kids and up. Wear comfortable walking shoes! More

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Frackville, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I visited for the spring blooms.The display of tulips was breathtaking.I also like the Tulip Trees in the forest area and looking up at how tall they get.Love the fountains to.I really want to go back again for the Christmas Season. More

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Ormond Beach, Florida
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Du Pont - thank you for saving these wonderful groves and building garden conservatories and fountains to amaze us throughout the years. The grounds here are breathtaking. Plus, there are historical films and exhibits to help you understand not only the significance of the gardens and how Du Pont came to develop them, but also the significance of the accomplishments... More

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ocean city, md
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Wear comfortable shoes because you will do a lot of walking. The best views are in the consevatory because they offer the largest amount of flowers in one location. Take an outdoor walk as well and enjoy the greenery and fresh air. Take your time and allow a couple of hours to take it all in. More

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Birchrunville
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

If you want to be inspired, visit Longwood. We come here whenever we need ideas for our own gardens! More

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Scranton, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Visited Longwood Gardens twice in one month, at the beginning of May and then again last weekend. The first time, I only had two hours to speed-sight-see, and I knew right away it wasn't enough. The second time, my fiance and I allotted an entire day to the gardens and even that was barely enough. Even in just barely three... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Beautiful flower displays in the Conservatory and picturesques grounds. My husband and I make a point of going out every other moth or so to meander and appreciate the beauty. More

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Toledo, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Longwood Gardens is worth a whole afternoon. Several factors make these gardens unique. The conservatory is very large and beautiful. Take advantage of the guided tours, so you can hear, not only about the history of the gardens, the plantings, but the organ with 10,000 pipes. The grounds have beautiful fountains that produce shows throughout the day. There are several... More

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Neptune, New Jersey, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

This is really a premiere destination - one of the most beautiful gardens I've ever visited. You could spend 2 hours just in the Conservatory alone. My favorite parts of Longwood were the orchid room and fruit rooms in the Conservatory, the topiary garden, and the fountain gardens. Also the roses, which were just starting to bloom. I think kids... More

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central Wisconsin, USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

I recently spent one day at Longwood Gardens and will always look forward to the next time I might return. This beauiful duPont Estate is beyond words. Not only are the trees, flowers and gardens such an attraction, but the development also is designed to use water ..... ponds, streams, and especially fountains. Don't mis the main water show held... More

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