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Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes)

524 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53215
414-649-9800
Ranked #17 of 78 attractions in Milwaukee
4.0 of 5 stars 60 Reviews
Type: Gardens, Parks
Owner description: The Conservatory's Arid Dome houses a fine collection of cacti; the Tropical Dome features plants from the rainforest and the Floral Show Dome hosts a...... more » Owner description: The Conservatory's Arid Dome houses a fine collection of cacti; the Tropical Dome features plants from the rainforest and the Floral Show Dome hosts a number of changing themed blossom displays throughout the year. « less
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102 reviews 102 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Don't miss this - go out of your way to come to the Domes. Go in the winter to feel the heat, go in the summer to wallow in the wonder of plants that don't grow in Wisconsin. And come back! More

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See 7 more reviews by dalrutz for Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

Take a walk in any kind of weather Enjoy the arid dome or the tropical dome or the show dome that changes several times a year. Enjoy music and light fare on Thursdays or the Special events like the Polish Day Always enjoyable and accessible to all. Inexpensive entry fee. More

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Franklin, Wisconsin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

Great place to visit if you enjoy all kinds of different plants, trees ect. More

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West Bend, Wisconsin
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

The park system in Milwaukee is generally terrific, and I have great memories of the Domes from my childhood. However, they are a shadow of their former selves - the arid (desert) dome had dead cacti when we were there last, which made me sad. The tropical dome was better, and the holiday dome always has nice displays, but the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

I love trains and always visit the Domes when they have garden railroads in the seasonal dome. I also enjoy the tropical dome and desert dome -- especially when it is Winter in Wisconsin. The domes also have special events, we spent an interesting evening there in the dark with flash lights! More

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Milwaukee, WIscons
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

This has long been a great place to spend an afternoon among beauty. The Holiday decorations are outstanding More

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

I consider this a "just enough" kind of attraction. Certainly I've been to bigger horticultural collections, but this is a lovely way to spend an hour or two, especially on a cold Wisconsin day. In one dome, the exhibits change regularly, so there's always something new to see. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

I went alone to a performance of Music Under Glass at The Domes and LOVED it! The domes themselves have a completely different feel at night than during the day, which was a complete surprise to me! The music was performed in the open area between the domes, and was not intrusive if you just wanted to tour the domes... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

Love the feeling of tranquility even in the busy weekends. High domed roofs really give a wonderful feeling of being outdoors even though you're enclosed. Very nicely maintained; too bad they have to put up as many of the "Do Not Touch" signs as they must. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2012

A wonderful way to spend a cold Milwaukee day. Three different climates. Stop in the gift shop to take a piece of Milwaukee home, or a cactus of your very own. Holidays are extra special. Check the website for special displays. More

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