Denver Botanic Gardens

"Set on 24 acres in the tree-lined Cheesman Park neighborhood, the Denver Botanic Gardens is a peaceful oasis that's perfect for a one- or two-hour stroll. Gravel and stone paths meander through dozens of different types of gardens, from drought-tolerant xeriscaping to a traditional Japanese garden. Don’t miss the rotating exhibits that showcase internationally recognized artwork peeking out from behind the plants. Also, be on the lookout for a giant orange- and red-glass Chihuly sculpture and So Proud of My Children, a carved stone piece depicting maternal love by Zimbabwean artist Nicholas Kadzungura. —both artists that showed at the gardens in the past. In the summer, the Monet Pool has an Instagram-worthy collection of water lilies, and in the winter the tropical conservatory is a must-stop to warm up. A well-curated gift shop also provides small trinkets and fancy gardening supplies.Plant lovers won't ever want to leave." - Megan Barber, Nicholas DeRenzo

"South of City Park and across Colfax Avenue you’ll find one of Denver’s liveliest parks and one of its most popular attractions. The Denver Botanic Gardens are much more than their name would suggest. With flowers from around the world, the gardens are the highlight, but guests also enjoy plant-centric exhibits and displays, art shows, live performances, and an acclaimed summer music series featuring well-known musicians from a variety of genres." - MATADOR_NETWORK

"The Denver Botanic Gardens is one of the coolest things to do in the city. This oasis of perfectly tailored gardens and flora in the urban core has internationally inspired gardens, including a Japanese Zen Garden. Visit during the week if you can or show up early because it does tend to get crowded during many of Denver’s 300 days of sunshine each year." - MATADOR_NETWORK

"No guide to Belfast’s parks would be complete without a mention of the Botanic Gardens. These days, the site is famous as the backdrop for the BBC’s The Fall, but the park has been a favorite with locals for close to 200 years. Highlights include the Victorian Palm House and Tropical Ravine, both of which house exotic plants from around the world. Situated in the heart of the city’s Queen’s Quarter, the Botanic Gardens are also home to the Ulster Museum, and are adjacent to Queen’s University main campus." - MATADOR_NETWORK

"There’s more to the Botanical Gardens in Denver than justthe pretty face of its landscaped grounds and beautiful flowers.It’s also a world-class research centerwith amission to connect people with plants (especially the plants endemic to the Rocky Mountains) and to encourage understanding of the ecosystems in which they thrive. The 23-acre locationon York Street has a variety of gardens (many based on typically western climates like mountains and plains), popular exhibits, and a shop; it additionally hosts a summer concert series and nighttime events. The institution’s second main location, at Chatfield Farms on the southwest edge of greater Denver, focuses on native flora and agriculture; there's a working farm on its 700 acres. Both spots offer extensive educational opportunities as well as incredible events like York Street’s Blossoms of Light holiday show."