New York Botanical Garden (solo trip)

The train show was a great experience. It was a rainy weekday and there was space to move around and take photos without getting into others way. We could read the signs and take time to look at the intricacies described in the writeups. We were a group of 6 and could wander at our own pace. I have also visited during the orchid show on a rainy weekend when there was little room to move. I would h...

Loved the holiday train show! Staff was friendly and the grounds are beautifully decorated and maintained. Membership rate is affordable and provides great perks such as member days to preview exhibitions and events.

We had the most wonderful time visiting the New York Botanical Garden for their annual Holiday Train Show! 🚂✨ ​It’s truly an incredible, magical experience. The centerpiece is this sprawling miniature New York City landscape, where model trains zip past nearly 200 landmarks. What makes it so special is that every single building—from Rockefeller Center to the iconic skyscrapers—is meticulously c...

Amazing time we had!!! The music was so iconic. There were so many characters around the trail. The way everything was set up was just so cool. Even trees in the distance were lite up, it really makes you feel submerged in that world while you walk through. The staff were so nice helping everyone take pictures along the way. Very fun experience!!!!!

The New York Botanical Garden was such a wonderful surprise! We visited on a chilly day when most of the flowers had already fallen, so we didn’t expect much — but it turned out to be a beautiful experience. The grounds were peaceful, pleasant, and still very much full of life. The Conservatory was especially impressive. They were hosting the Van Gogh exhibit, and I loved how art and nature were ...