Bartram garden is the most amazing place ever I mean this place is incredible. The flowers are incredible there’s like thousands of different kinds. You can spend days here and I see all of it. It’s connected to the trails is connected to bike trails there’s always families here in advance. There’s tons of space really cool old buildings that sprawl throughout the facilities they’ve also updated a lot of the trail area so I made a really cool updates everything. This is definitely a great place to chill and I would definitely recommend it to anybody that was stopping through Philly or has been here the whole life. This is a historical space but you can find throughout history as it was used in the colonial a John has a place to invite embassies and diplomats to come see the United States. Many of the gardens are designed based off of different plants from all over the world

Such a beautiful relaxing place! Worth the out-of-the-way trek to get there. Acres of green land along the Schuylkill to hike and admire. We were there today to help make wreaths for their Christmas sale, but they have a lot of fun activities year round (in non - pandemic times of course), like maker classes, boat rentals, tours.

I had such an enjoyable visit exploring Bartram Gardens. Initially I arranged to participate in a demo of Art in the Meadow (an installation art project scheduled for completion in 2021). I then spent time wandering the grounds. The gardens are absolutely beautiful! There is a wide variety of plants, flowers, and trees. Bartram is really an interesting location. There are acres of natural space which accesses the Schuylkill River, the location is adjacent to an urban neighborhood and all of it is within view of the Philadelphia skyline.

Im really sad that this oasis is being trashed by some reviewers. No, it isnt in the greatest neighborhood, but stop calling peoples homes the hood, the ghetto, and trash. Have some civility!The gardens are absolutely lovely - even in the fall. The young woman at the welcome center was so nice and so helpful and so vibrant that she really surprised me. We walked to nearly 300 year old apple cider press and we were so taken with it that we stayed there and imagined what it would have been like to have experienced the process.We enjoyed speaking with a volunteer about the community farm and its good works. What an incredible experience for young people to have in an urban setting!Finally, we visited the event tent and pictured how beautiful a wedding or special event could be there. You can see pictures on the website. I really loved the fallen column bench outside the tent b/c it was such a lovely idea.People talking about refunds? Refund for what? The garden admission is free and no donations were requested. It seems to me that a National Historic Landmark like this one should be cherished, not chastised.My family loved it!

Absolute gem of a garden space. It’s a great escape right in the city and the gardens actually grow food which is distributed in the community.

I loved the Garden and the Garden Trail.Im not too crazy about the paved trail at 2 different spots in the trail I came across breaks showing that there are different ways in and out of the trail wish didnt feel very safe and secure in my opinion. Definitely wouldnt walk the paved trail alone because of this.Plus points... Both trails are easy to walk and they offer some great views.Plenty of spots to have a picnic or just sit and take in the beautiful atmosphere.There is even a small play area for he kids.The staff and other visitors all seem nice and friendly.Will mark this as a favorite and will definitely be back.

Such a beautiful garden full of healthy wildlife and plants along with the rich history of the city.

Really beautiful and secluded place to chill, fish, and launch your kayak or sup. I brought my standup paddle board here to learn how to use it in a less populated space. The only downside is the long walk from parking to the waterfront. The way in is downhill and so youre going uphill on the way out. If youre carrying a kayak or sup you may want some kind of wheels because after paddling you may find it tiring to walk back to your car because the path is fully exposed to the sun. This spot feels like a getaway from the city, but the view of whatever industrial stuff is across the water is a little blah. I imagine when things are up and running normally this is a great place to hangout and borrow one of their boats since they have a dock and free boating available.

I lived next to this garden/park all my life and Ill tell you what...this is a hidden gem in the community. It offers such a diverse array of activities from a basic stroll to a full fledge wedding. The possibilities are endless. I remember when there also used to be a tennis court and a baseball field but, the turned those into gardens, so thats not that bad. The only regret I have is that more people dont take advantage of its beauty

We love this beautiful garden. We go almost 2-3 times a week. The only thing needs to be careful is we saw snakes three times already.

The curated gardens are lovely, but not terribly extensive. The best part is just wandering around the grounds and enjoying the various trees, the bees and the river.

A true hidden gem. It is unfortunate the amount of illegal dumping in this area, but the park/garden itself is spotless and impeccably kept. Great resource for our community.

Lovely oasis near southwest Philly. Good to clear your mind in nature, a little small but nicely kept. Cant wait until they open up more of the bike trails and the bridge spanning the river to access the Schuylkill Trail

This is my haven within the bustling city of Philadelphia. I read once that if you identify as an empath and you live in or are visiting a big city, the first thing you do should be to find a park or nature reserve. So, I found Bartram’s and immediately knew it was a place I could return to when I was seeking feelings of safety, calm, and clarity. I am forever grateful to those who have made and continue to make this gem of a garden accessible and beautiful.

Great visit! Had never been but was able to wall around some today and enjoy the greenery as well as the plant sale. Prices ranged from $5 and up for a big variety. Also were encouraging people to become members for a free lemon thyme plant. Super charming and glad Im a member now! Will be back for more!

Great botanical gardens. Lots of greenery. Wonderful picnic spot during these COVID days!!

It is beautiful! The garden & grounds are well kept. Great place for a peaceful walk.

Absolutely gorgeous gardens. Beautiful for the wedding me and my wife attended. This oasis of quiet fields and modest 18th-century farm buildings is where gardening first took root in America. Today at Bartram’s Garden, visitors can go bird watching, catch a breeze along the River Trail, stroll through the fragrant flower gardens, or visit the riverside meadow, which brims with grasses and wildflowers. With its riverfront location and beautiful view of the Philadelphia skyline, Bartram’s Garden also appeals to more active visitors. The dock, with access to the lower Schuylkill River, is a popular put-in for boats.

A really great park..for picnic..just walking ..and they have a community swing which is cool

Bartram Gardens is absolutely beautiful. It is a relaxing & peaceful environment. If youre looking for a place to walk & think, relax & fish, have a gathering Bartram is the spot to do it all.

We visited in late summer of 2006 and need to return in the springtime. For us it was a bus ride to get there and a storm greeted our departure. It felt like a lonely place at the time of our visit, Bartrams spirit had long departed, perhaps it returns in spring. I return to my copy of The Travels of William Bartram when necessary. I hope the area surrounding the gardens has gotten better since we visited.

Beautiful day, great park, signage could use some work.

Nice place to relax especially by the water, very traquil. The garden however beautiful in their own right could be more vibrant.

Nice place to visit, but I wouldnt fish here....anymore lol

Did you know that this is the oldest arboretum in the United States as well as the first? Neither did I until I showed up. This place is a hidden gem and doesn’t show up on most lists of touristy things to do in Philadelphia. However if you love nature and enjoy the outdoors, this is a great place to walk or look around. The plants are labeled with both the scientific names as well as the common names, and the property was founded by a botanist to bought the land back in 1729.

Spectular area. Historic place with beautiful gardens and Autumn colors.

This was wonderful and the best way to spend a day in nature. Nicely set against the river and huge gardens to wander through. Really cool buildings and tons of trails to find. Went to a fabulous wedding and really hope to come back!

Good fishing spot out the way around the way

Its a lovely space to just walk around and have a little picnic.

A jewel in our city. My family loves to walk around the gardens and participate in all the different events they have. Enjoyed their movie Nights with free popcorn and lemonade. We have bought plants I have grown wonderfully in our backyard. And someday we hope to go canoeing and kayaking. Bartrams Garden is a must-visit.

Nice place to walk around and the garden have some beautiful flowers, peaceful place.

What a magical day my husband and I had! This park is beautiful and kayaking/boat paddling was free when we went on Saturday! I feel like this park is a secret though; we had to really search around to hear about it and it was kind of hidden. It reminded me of s secret garden, and its the perfect free date! There was a man selling the best water ice by the kayaks and it was the most refreshing treat on that hot sunny day!

Beautiful hidden gem in philly. My fiancé and I took our engagement photos here :)

Amazing experience, even in Winter. So much to see, so much history and life.

This place is very beautiful and the flowers are amazing! Highly recommend

Beautiful. Lots of ideas for our garden. Had a nice hike too

They gardens are very detailed and full of blooming flowers. they also have kayaking here as well as pedal boating and row boating. Sometimes you will even catch hummingbirds and other rare birds here as well. They even have a wide variety of butterflies too. If you like to relax in nature this is the place to go.

Nice place!! Row the boat was free. But, it was on certain time, I believe it was 9 am to 3 pm.

Good place for a walk. I would suggest visit and leave before it is starting to get dark as communities near the area do not seem to be as safe as the park and are connected without any fence.

Great outdoor garden area located right in South West Phila (you’d never guess that it’s there!) with plenty of trails for walking, jogging. Jump on the ferry for a tour by water or onto kayaks for a bit more of a workout

Awesome urban Oasis outside of Philly. We went there to do some bird watching but the grounds are impressive and the views of the river and the city are very cool.

Beautiful garden and kept up well even throughout Covid 19. Amazing place would highly recommend a trip.

It is clean in the fishing area. Nice place to take a walk.

Beautiful, relaxing, and wonderfully educational gardens and grounds.

Beautiful, simply beautiful. There are many pathways you can take and each will lead to somewhere different. History, community and nature blend together in this place, see for yourself.

Nice park . Great view of the city skyline

Beautiful place to explore in philly.This is a gem to the West Philly neighborhood and bonding community relationship. So much to explore here be it enjoying a relaxing picnic, hike, photography, nature, farm, kayaking and many more. You can rent out a small area to grow your own produce or buy fresh produce every Thursday market from 3:30 to 5:30pm.

Nice spot that looks like its being expanded to go across the river for more trails.

Beautiful space with River views and lovely gardens ... Fun trails - not very long hikes/walks but very pretty and easy. Picnic tables around, nice restrooms at the welcome center, free admission!

Lovely sprawling gardens and trails along the Schuylkill

Pleasant surprise in the southern end of West Philly. A relaxing oasis in an unexpected spot. Accessible by bike and minutes from University City. I loved how close you can get to the water here.Really nice welcome center and gift shop.I look forward to going back as the vegetable gardens get going and for the spring plant sale.

Not a traditional botanical garden... basically a giant farm/ plot of land that you can walk around. Bertram is apparently someone who knew Benjamin Franklin. Nice for a walk or Pokemon hunting though. got a few cute pictures. can see the philly skyline from here. recommend if youre in the area and havent been. dont recommend for an out of state trip. entry is free.

My brother got married here and it was truly the most beautiful wedding I’ve ever been to. Now, clearly I’m biased, however the grounds were just exceptional and unique. Easy for family traveling out of town to catch an Uber to and from the venue. Incredible service, perfect views for pictures and an all around scenic atmosphere that is a complete hidden gem! I can’t speak to the price, but as a guest of the wedding and a member of the wedding party it was absolutely magnificent.

Bit of a trek to get to and rather small but quite pretty and free

American botanist John Bartram, built the original stone house between 1728–1731. Georgeous house and park, a must see.

Lovely waterfront nature area right in West Philly. I dont know much about plants but still enjoyed walking through the woods and around the gardens. Avid gardeners would probably get much enjoyment from the plant varieties! Free boating on Saturdays.

Saturday free kayaking was a blast. Flat water paddling within sight of the dock, so good for beginners. Birds swooping around. Only a half hour at a time so that many people can enjoy. Volunteers are supportive and informative, making sure everyone has a safe experience.

Wonderful place to escape and wanderEsp in covid world

It was so peaceful and amazing to walk through.

Well kept and a nice but of nature that is an easy bike ride for center city residents

Great place to see the skyline by the river

Beautiful plants and historic buildings. Sits right on the banks of the Schuylkill where people canoe, fish, picnic and ride bikes. And its free!

Is a very beautiful place park with several different paths for biking and a relaxing walk in a park.

Beautiful place. So peaceful and relaxing

Looking around to find the best spot to exchange or vows was the perfect Valentines day adventure. It was warm enough that my almost husband made us a picnic. Its a great place to get it out of the city without leaving it. Its great even in cooler weather

Great hidden gem to take a nature walk, have a picnic or relax. There is a garden with veggies and herbs. They offer canoeing and give tours.

Gorgeous area...well worth the trip

One of the most peaceful places I have ever been ️️️

Beautiful little jem close to the heart of Philly.

The Schyulkill River is extremely polluted and probably shouldnt have walked to the gardens....otherwise a fantastic way to spend the day. The garden is beautiful, you can kayak for free for 30 minutes in the summer time (why the water being dirty is relevant), amazing views of the city

A friend wanted to go to the Bartram plant sale, which offered very interesting ornamental shrubs, perennials and annuals.A really good selection of native plants were offered.However, the event was much more than just a plant sale. They had food trucks and a beer tents, and of course a wonderful area to picnic. Local honey and crafts were for sale as well. There was free kayaking or row boating on the river.Besides all of this, the Gardens are wonderful, having very old specimen trees which are old and stately, perennial and annual areas throughout the formal and trail areas of the Garden.A great place to hike, stroll, study, read and enjoy the outdoor surroundings.I wont miss their plant sale in the future, But also, I wont wait until then to visit again.A great destination for peace in the city.

Beautiful grounds tucked away in the city

Interesting historical reprieve from the city.

Amazing space. Just recently hosted my graduation party here. The scenery and history is very unique

Place was great, went for the Philadelphia Honey Festival and walked around beautiful gardens, shopped fo plants, and went kayaking for free. Had a blast.

Beautiful place. Kind people. Little explorers is a ton of fun! There’s so many fun events they offer from a dj in the garden, glow night, to row boating... all a great time! A gem in southwest Philly! You cannot miss it!

An urban oasis perfect for a fall day.

Very nice open to the public garden. Well maintained and clean. Interesting history and worth the visit.

Free fishing Wednesday was great!

Cute place to visit alone or with friends. Lots of activities to do hiking, using the boats, guided tours, picnic, etc. First botanic garden of America.

Super fun. Family and friends destination... The free saturday kayaking has to be one of the best activities in Philadelphia.

Beautiful place. Well kept, great for kids and dogs.

My favorite place to photograph clients at

Great place love the atmosphere

Great place to Chill out... Cool & respectfully staff...

Great place to spend an afternoon

Very inclusive historic Garden that captures a vital piece of Americas Botanical history. Also a great place to cuddle in the shadowed wilderness garden. Please note that kids on hot days May complain more than is generally tolerable

Lovely gardens, home of perhaps the foremost (colonial) North American plant collector of the 18th century. Historical and medicinal plant collections. Knowledgeable staff. Nice sitting spots along the Schuylkill River. Run as an educational org. with a working farm. Must see for plant enthusiasts!

Beautiful gardens and love seeing the skyline.

Really great and beautiful wild garden

Was my first time there and I will definitely be back

Find the swing. Swing on the swing. Love your life.

Beautiful place. Lovely to walk around and see some greenery in the middle of the city

We loved this. The plantings are not spectacular in themselves, but the calm of this oasis in the middle of the West Philly projects is extraordinary. The property has been lovingly cared for since before the revolution, and you feel the good spirits you walk.

Great place to visit

Great place for a break from the city

Were so luck to have this refuge in the city!

I love that the community comes together here

My daughter and her family live there.

A hidden gem in a busy