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Chicago Botanic Garden

Glencoe

Wander 385 acres of living art where 27 themed gardens unfold like chapters: a tranquil Japanese garden with arched bridges, an English walled garden, and one of the country's finest bonsai collections. Seasonal blooms transform the landscape year-round, from spring cherry blossoms to fall prairie grasses.

385-acre landscape
27 themed gardens
Japanese garden with bridges
Bonsai collection

Tips

🌸"a fever dream of technicolor blooms" (Vogue)
🌿"quite a bit of heaven in Chicago"
🚃tram ride covers the vast grounds in 45 min

Chicago Botanic Garden

1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe, IL 60022, USA

Upcoming at Chicago Botanic Garden

Saturday, Jun 13
Ikebana International Show

Ikebana International Show

June 13 at 10am

Explore the ancient Japanese art of Ikebana through stunning floral arrangements and demonstrations by the Chicago Chapter. Learn techniques and mechanics from skilled practitioners in this weekend showcase of living sculpture.

Live Music

Live Music

June 13 at 11am

Summer evenings bloom with free live music on the Esplanade. Pack a picnic and catch tribute bands, Latin rhythms, and bluegrass surrounded by 385 acres of gardens and native landscapes.