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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know how I've gone 30-something years living in Chicago and not set foot across the threshold of the Chicago Botanic Garden until recently. I've been missing out on some of the most beautiful...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I was in the 6th grade, my class took a field trip to the Chicago Botanic Garden. I was in awe at the beauty of all of the plant species and the sheer magnitude of diversity they could fit in one...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Since I'm moving across the country to Seattle at the end of September I have to get busy crossing things off the "To Do in Chicago" list now. And since it wasn't appropriate to invite Mom and Dad to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Chicago Botanic Gardens are so beautiful! I love the different sections, especially the Japanese part and the waterfall.I have been a few times in the morning and it's been really nice. It's a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Well I saw some people reviewing it and I couldn't resist. This is the place where we took our kids on long walks on Sunday morning when they were little. I always waited for Sunday when I just could...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to the Botanic Garden since I was a little girl, when it was first opened in 1972. My grandmother, who had a degree in Landscape Architecture, used to take me there when they were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow! This place really exceeded my expectations. I was expecting it to be a very pleasant, relaxing environment but this place was way more than I expected. 1) This place is enormous. If you stop to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
First off, not really in Chicago. But definitely worth the trip. The drive from the city is beautiful if you go straight up Sheridan along the lake and through all the north suburbs. The gardens are...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just exquisite. A serene retreat with lots of interesting though a tad pricey educational events.
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just repeating what everyone else has written.... this place is gorgeous!!! It's just as enjoyable today as it was when I was in elementary school coming here on field trips. I also use to come here...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the Botanic Gardens! What a nice place to take visitors, your family or a date to take a nice stroll and enjoy some beautiful scenery. They also have all kinds of family and culinary...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As many of you know, this place is just gorgeous! Even when it is crowded, it is still a peaceful place. I would recommend this to everyone if you want a place to go for peace and beauty. A nice...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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A beautiful and scenic garden. Accessible via the Metra and Pace bus. Admittance to the Garden is free, there is a $20 parking fee. Once you get into the garden you realize how large it is. As a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i take my mom here for her birthday every year. and she loves it and thinks i'm the best daughter ever every year. swishhhh.$20 to park, but actual admission is free. if you live on the Metra's Union...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the nicest botanic gardens I have been to. They have a variety of classes you can take as well. There are so many gardens I decided to only take in a couple of them on my first visit. There...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow only in Chicago...This place is freaking awesome. Parking is definitely worth $15 or 20 bucks that I paid.All of the displays were beautiful and you can tell a lot of manpower goes into this...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is kind of ginormous! Our outing was planned around the Metra schedule, and I worried that 3 hours might be too long on such a hot day. Not the case! We didn't even make it to all of the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last visited in May of 2009. One of my favorite spots to stroll and chill. Love taking photos of the wonderful arrays of flowers and other plant life. No visit is complete without a stop in the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Botanic Gardens never ceases to amaze me with their constant additions, changes and events taking place on a regular basis. You no longer feel as if you are still in Illinois upon entering the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place, took our newest addition here and walked for hours, great post natal workout that is educational and lovely
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What is NOT to love about a beautiful, well maintained botanical garden just covered in the most beautiful imaginable flowers and the ambrosial stench of petals???? MMMM!!!My friend and I walked for...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A *beautiful* place! There are 23 gardens, including an English walled garden and a three-island Japanese garden. The Visitor's Center has an attractive, large store which has a great book...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I got to borrow a membership card so didn't have to pay the 20$ parking fee, but if I go again I'll take the METRA... I'm wondering if there's a shuttle?Anyway, I don't mind the parking fee. Maybe it...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What's the saying, a picture is worth a thousand words? http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/AYzsKwkPoUFXrdAxC77JQg'select=JPDpSP8MwKgvo5K7n6EFOgWhat else is there to say? Go check it out! :)
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place. Relatively large and with a huge variety of gardens (26) to explore and enjoy. We need more.Everyone needs to pop in at least once to check it out, get some fresh air, learn some fun...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I was here now. It's such a nice place to just absorb all the fresh air and beautiful gardens. Every trip to this place has always been such a pleasure.My relatives who live near the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Man, it is tempting to give this place 1 star--only to be a butt really :-)Honestly this place is a gem--that's right I said GEM. About 15 miles north of the city & so worth the drive/traffic to get...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The older you get the more you'll appreciate a place like this. I remember when I was younger it had no appeal because there were no animals and there's no thrill rides, but they do have a really cute...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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I find myself very fortunate growing up in the general vicinity of the botanical gardens. The gardens are spectacular, calming, soothing, educational, and in general, awe-inspiring. Good for families,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A wonderful destination for a moderately long (about 18 miles each way) but comfortable bike ride on the North Branch Trail. I lovvvve weeping willow trees so I was delighted to see a number of them...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a Chicago must. If you live in the city and have never been here you should be ashamed of yourself. The place is spectacular. I grew up a few minutes from here, but it's like a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely beautiful. Words will not do this garden any justice.I will be visiting this serene place for every season.It is over 300 acres of well tended gardens.So worth the drive.
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Today was my son's last day of summer vacation before kindergarten. I asked him where he wanted to go and he wanted to see the trains in the garden. We have been there many times and today I finally...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
An incredibly beautiful and peaceful place to collect yourself.
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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This is a very beautiful place to take a stroll. Lots of spots for great pictures. My parents loved it, but the kids were bored.
lilaguide.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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My son's favorite thing to do is be outside. What better place to be is outside surrounded by beautiful plants and flowers. It's so spacious that it never feels crowded.
lilaguide.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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If I lived closer to Chicago Botanic Garden, I would have long ago bought a lifetime membership and become a permanent fixture on many beautiful afternoons with a book and a pen. Heck, I would love...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Re: bitchen Jewish weddings.
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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Finally after living here for over 6 years, I made it out to this beautiful place. I'm surprised that there's no admission fee. All you have to do is pay to park your car here for $15. You could...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After trolling around this city for a quarter-decade I finally made my way to the Botanic Gardens. Oh, how I wish I would have done it sooner.A few times in your life you stumble across something or...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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it was a great expieince and loved the sovienor rocks...
lilaguide.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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Huge and awesome. A large and wondrous train track set and every kid is sure to love it! My son is enthralled every time!!
lilaguide.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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The best place to be on a beautiful day!!
lilaguide.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely beautiful place to walk around. They have so many types of gardens and plants for anyone to see, that even people who aren't into gardening would enjoy going here.The current exhibits they...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How could this be anything less than five stars? It's an immaculate, friendly, and educational garden that's huge enough to get lost in. It's by far one of the prettiest places in the region, with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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$15 parking, free admission, snacks/lunch not cheap, bring our own if this is concern for you.The place is beautiful in bloom. You can spend the whole day just walking around. My 3 year old son and 11 year old...
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I visited the Chicago Botanic Gardens at the end of summer last year, with everything in bloom. The parents were in town and really wanted to see the garden. Knowing it was not in bloom, nor spring,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just a beautiful, beautiful place. Great for kids, adults, anybody. Many different themed gardens inside, including several greenhouse gardens of jungles and deserts. They had an amazing Bonsai...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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great fun outdoor activity for kids
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We are members of the Chicago Botanic Garden and we love it here. Our favorite time to visit is on Sunday mornings - a lovely stroll through the garden during any season in the morning is refreshing...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love to visit the Gardens all year long. In the spring we (my kids and I) go for the tulips and picnic in the Sensory Garden. The Japanese Garden is my favorite and the photo opportunities are...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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Very kid friendly, and a great way to spend an easy affordable day outside.
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/03/2008
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Lovely gardens, huge & plenty of variety. The model trains are great for the kids but so is everything else. We joined & have gone often, our membership also gives us reciprocal rights at the Morton Arboretum...
lilaguide.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, so I'm a little biased about this place because my mom works here, but really, it's pretty awesome.I love going home to Chicago for visits with my family, because it always means a trip to see...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ever have this kinda day: wake up, late! DAMN!! gotta go!!!, skip shower, lookin RAW AS HELL (not fergie raw as hell, ME raw as hell, a.k.a. ROUGH), run out the door, see flat tire, OF COURSE, call in...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2007
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Roses are red,Violets are blue,If that's all you know,Then here's what you do:Get into your carOr jump on your bike,Wear comfortable shoes,Get ready to hike.The gardens are nearAnd easy to find,It's...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My family went to the Botanic Garden on Mother's Day, so it was pretty crowded, but it was still very nice. The grounds are well manicured with an enormous variety of plants. The bulb garden was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Like Gilligan's Island, our original plan for a 3-hour tour was engulfed by islands of beauty. We ended up spending the entire day, exploring a dizzying collection of plants and waterways. It's easy...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gorgeous flowers! If you are looking for a way to enjoy the weather and spend a day outside, this is a good option for you. The flowers are beautiful and you can easily walk the entire garden in a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was here a few weeks ago for the first time and I would definitely go back again and again. We took the Metra up there and got off on Glencoe (I think, I might be wrong though) and the shuttle van...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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A great place to walk around and check out the plants and gardens. The train exhibit is really nice, we can spend a very long time there.
lilaguide.com - user review - 09/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this beautiful botanic garden. I try to visit at least once a year typically Spring or Fall because I love the newly bloomed flowers and the colors of the trees as it grows colder. I just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the 2 most beautiful outdoor locations in the immediate Chicago area (the other being the Chicago lakefront). It is also one of the most relaxing public parks, and the least commercial....
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2007
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My one year old loved looking at the tulips in our garden, so I brought her here one day and she loved it! Easy to push her around in the stroller and also let her walk & wander. The little cafe was perfect...
lilaguide.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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So pretty! One of my favorite spots here is the Arid Greenhouse. It houses desert plants. Such harsh conditions produces some of the weirdest looking plants-- the kind the rest of the gardens would...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to the Botanic Gardens for years and years, and the most important thing is that they are really htting their stride right now. The grounds are huge with tons of walking, and it never...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
To be fair I came here once. It was a long drive from Naperville to here. (And I wasn't driving so I really don't even know how we got there or how much parking is.)We really came for the Christmas...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a very nice place to relax. A very nice place to enjoy the beauty of the world. You can easily get lost in your thoughts there. It is free to get in which is awesome. You only have to pay for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A one of a kind Garden of Eden just North of the city. My parents buy the season pass here every year, and it's well worth it. My suggestion to you bike riding adventurists: take the bike trail north...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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beautiful place to spend the afternoon with the kids... if you join for the entire year you can go as many times as you'd like... nice cafeteria style restaurant... wonderful train exhibit during the summer...
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A wonderful treasure on the Northshore. If it is your first visit, plan about 3 hours and I strongly recommend taking the tram tour to not only learn about the fascinating history and mission of the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Botanic Garden is beautiful and you can have a good time at any time of the year. There are plenty of different displays and exhibits. I visited a rainforest exhibit once and there was a woman...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There is a bike trail-the North Branch trail- that goes straight there. It starts at Devon and Caldwell, but you can park at one of the Forest Preserves that it goes through and ride from there as...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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I feel compelled to create an account just to write this review. The wonderland express is a con. You pay $12 for parking, $20 for 2 non member adults and $8 for a child & then see absolutely nothing. Some...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Got the winter blues recently and decided to venture to the north shore and check out the Botanical Gardens. Place is so cool even in winter, a ton of things to peak your winter interests, and it...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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The gardens are beatuiful during spring/summer/fall. However, I would stay away from the wonderland express that is there now during the holidays. It is a waste of money. You are paying ($10 per person for non...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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Its an Botanical garden but has many scenic places within its area. Very beautiful. Whether you go too early or in fall or late after fall you will not get bored being there. The walk wouldnt pain you...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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This huge park has a number of interesting gardens of various plants. There's so much to do here, it is hard to get everything done in a day.The cafe is nice and no more expensive than you'd expec...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The train display is really cute! But it will cost you. Actually the admission for my family of 6 was more than the $12 parking fee!That aside, this place is so beautiful! There are plenty of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I moved to Chicago in 1980, this place was dinky, with just a Japanese garden and a couple of other things. It has now grown into one of the premier botanical gardens in the country, with new...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
kinda bummed about the cost of parking, considering its not like you can get there on pub.trans.The grounds are gorgeous. Good 4 hours of walking minimum required.
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2006
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The first thing I noticed after parking the car($12 per car no matter how many people are in your vehicle, also covers your admission) was the pond with 4 swans in it. One of the employees here told m...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/24/2006
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No, this isn't a review of that silly, over the top movie with Reese Witherspoon. It's about a place that looks like my image of what Heaven is all about.Gorgeous, full of life and love, and a tr...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/23/2006
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I absolutely love to go here in the summer. The gardens here are so beautiful it almost feels magical. They have several different "themed" sort of gardens, some with waterfalls and others with garden...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've come here dozens of times and love to go back. Amazing gardens and landscape architecture. Bring a bike and go for a ride around the lagoons. Eat a gourmet-leaning lunch in the caf. Lots of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Russ spent a big part of his childhood riding the tram here while his mother took flower photos, LOL! The Chicago Botanic Garden is huge, great for endless wandering. We especially liked the dwarf...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2006
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Majestic. A must see in Glencoe and for all garden lovers.
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2006
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This place is equally beautiful in the summer, spring, fall and winter. I highly recomend making at least one trip here while you live in Chicago. They have seasonal displays as well as eye catching...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2006
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This is a beautiful place to go to if you really enjoy nature and the outdoors. They have a great array of plants and trees here. Its the perfect place to take a nice stroll in the summer. There's so ...
judysbook.com - user review - 02/26/2006
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A wonderful place to visit in Chicago. Does not get the attention the museums do, probably due to it's location - not close to downtown. It is a beautiful, sprawling, well maintained garden with a great...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2005
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I greatly enjoy the Chicago Botanic Garden - the walks, the trees, the pond. It's a great way to spend an afternoon, just absorbing the way the light reflects and changes the look of the garden; or as a way to...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2005
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This place is the most beautiful place in the Chicago Metropolitan Area. It's a wonderful place to take a stroll or to celebrate a special occasion. They have a variety of different plants and flowers and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/10/2005
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Chicago Botanic Gardens is one of those places that is beautiful all year round. Its the perfect place to go during summertime to see all the beautiful different varieties of flowers and plants that have...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/10/2005
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Wonderful place. The price is good. Bring a lunch and enjoy the gardens. There is a train that will take you arond the whole place it will drop you off where ever you'd like.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/09/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Located about twenty-five miles north of the city, this 385-acre site features twenty-three separate themed gardens. Start at the Gateway Center to view a brief informative film about the garden and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2005
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If you are into gardening or plants or just want a day to relax, Botanic Garden is the place for you. They have all types of gardens from Japanese Gardens to Water Gardens. Beautiful colors of all types of...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2005
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If you are into gardening or plants or just want a day to relax, Botanic Garden is the place for you. They have all types of gardens from Japanese Gardens to Water Gardens. Beautiful colors of all ty...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/16/2005
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This is a wonderful place to go to have a nice quiet afternoon walk amongst beautiful scenery. They have lots of flowers and greenhouses to look at. It is a great learning experience for all who enjoy...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/04/2005
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This is a wonderful place to go to have a nice quiet afternoon walk amongst beautiful scenery. They have lots of flowers and greenhouses to look at. It is a great learning experience for all who enj...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/22/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful garden with many flowers and plants. A place to really check out. It holds plant shows, sales, and exhibits. Anyone can go here and take a walk through the garden. You can spend hours...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Many different gardens grace this idyllic setting. Great place to get some good walking in and litterally take time to smell the roses or the hundreds of other varietys of flowers. Must be seen to be...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2005
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The Chicago Botanic Garden is located right off the Edens at Lake Cook Road (so technically, it's not in the city). We are members, so the parking is free (otherwise, you will need to pay). It is tr...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/19/2005
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The Chicago Botanic Garden is a good place to go when you want to get away from the city and spend the day outside in nature. I spent nearly six hours here and walked the whole grounds. The back are...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/19/2005
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Whatever the season, even winter, one can enjoy the Botanic Gardens. Something is always blooming and additional activies are always available. They've improved the food service and breakfast, lunch and dinner...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/09/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Botanic Garden is a pure delight! It is extremely beautiful and you feel as though you're somewhere else. It is a great place to come and enjoy nature, take in the floral breeze and walk through...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2005
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The Chicago Botanical Gardens is a fun place to go with family and friends all year around. We especially like the little cafe where you can sit outside and enjoy the flowers and birds. They have beau...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/04/2005
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Who doesn't like the Botanic Gardens? A sunny warm day is the perfect day to take a stroll through the gardens. One does not need to know a lot about flowers to appreciate the gardens. However, there are not...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2005
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The Chicago Botanical Gardens is a fun place to go with family and friends all year around. We especially like the little cafe where you can sit outside and enjoy the flowers and birds. They have beautiful...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Coming here is like a visit to the Astral plane, a dream.It costs $6 a car to park and that's it. You might want to consider getting a season pass, which makes it even cheaper if you decide to come...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2005
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The Botanic Garden in Glencoe is a very nice place to take a walk, it is gorgeous in every season. I especially love it in the Fall, there are so many colors ! A very nice place to spend a day with your kids/...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/24/2005
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The Chicago Botanic Gardens is gorgeous and full of variety. The grounds are extremely well-kept. I personally love the Japanese gardens, which include a beautiful waterfall, unique bridges, sculpture,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/19/2005
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If you are looking for something to do, just walking into this place will lift your spirits. They are open year round, and have some of the most beautiful gardens you have ever seen. There are special exhibits...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/19/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A great place to come relax and view the beauty of nature. Very well kept up, with a great variety of all types of plants and flowers. They have some indoor and some outdoor exhibits, so don't let bad...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2005
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Chicago's Botanic Garden is far outiside of the city, but it is worth the hike. The Botanic Garden showcases acres of plants of so many varieties, and a casual stroll through the gardens is both educational...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/12/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the most beautiful place in Chicago. They have so many different gardens and they are all so beautiful. In the summer, a stroll around these scenic gardens is wonderul. Addmission is free...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2005
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The inexpensive Chicago Bontanic Garden is a great place for a stroll. They have a variety of landscapes spread out over many acres. Additionally, they boast interesting indoor facilities as well as...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/20/2005
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This is a lovely place and can easily spend couple of hours here. You can take a walk and enjoy nature;s beauty. The admission is free but there is a parking fee of $12 a vehicle which is quite economical for...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/18/2005
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This is a superior facility. There are plants of all types here to view and get a close look at. They are obviously very well taken care of and there are signs to let you know what you're looking at. A...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/26/2005
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This place is so beautiful. They have the most gorgeous plants and gardens with many different themes throughout the park. They even have a banquet hall within the grounds with a superb setting for any...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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Beautiful place to spend an afternoon with kids. Nice cafeteria style restaurant.
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/01/2005
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A great place to get excercise and be outside with your family! If you join for the year, you can go as many times as you would like.
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/03/2005
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wonderful train exhibit in summer
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/23/2005
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A great place for kids. My two (ages 4 and 1) loved the garden railway, fountains, and the fruit/veggie garden. Also a favorite of grandparents.
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/26/2005
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Picnic, play dates, party...a beautiful place to do anything, really.
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/21/2005
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Great place to teach the kids about nature.
lilaguide.com - user review - 12/31/2004
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A very nice place to take your baby for a walk. She loved looking at the flowers.
lilaguide.com - user review - 12/21/2004
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Great for thoes of us that live in the city to let your kids RUN in a park that you konw has not been used my a thousand dogs as their bathroom.
lilaguide.com - user review - 12/01/2004
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Everyone's entitled to an opinion (especially at Citysearch), but after 13 years visiting the Chicago Botanic Gardens I would disagree with the emphasis on the "relaxing" nature of CBG in so many other reviews...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/15/2003
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The bugs exhibit made our visit into a mini-adventure searching for the various bugs. If you bring children, it's going to be hard to keep them from climbing the ants! The themed gardens are beautiful; my...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/30/2002
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There are few, if any, places in the Chicago area to match the serenity of CBG. Even if you have no interest in flowers, etc., this place should be high on your list. It inspires and mellows you at the same...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/11/2002
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The Chicago Botanic Garden has to be the most relaxing place in Chicago. It's absolutely beautiful. There's no better place to escape the stress and noise of the city. Great place to take a nice long walk.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2002
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I rode up here from the city last summer almost every weekend while training for the AIDS Ride, and it's a really tranquil place to walk around and admire the greenery and flowers. Lovely for walks, nice and...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/17/2002
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