The Atlanta Botanical Garden is a 30-acre botanical garden located in Midtown Atlanta, Georgia. It was founded in 1976 and is home to over 30,000 plants from around the world.
Some of the highlights of the Atlanta Botanical Garden include the Fuqua Orchid Center, which houses one of the largest collections of orchids in the United States, the Canopy Walk, a 600-foot long elevated walkway that takes visitors through the treetops of the garden’s hardwood forest, and the Edible Garden, which showcases herbs, fruits, and vegetables that can be grown in the Atlanta area.
The garden also features several themed gardens, including the Japanese Garden, the Rose Garden, the Children’s Garden, and the Conservation Garden, which highlights native plants of Georgia and the Southeast.
Throughout the year, the Atlanta Botanical Garden hosts a variety of events and exhibitions, including the Garden Lights, Holiday Nights display during the holiday season and a summer concert series. The garden also offers educational programs for adults and children, as well as workshops and classes on gardening and horticulture.
In addition to its botanical offerings, the Atlanta Botanical Garden has a restaurant on site, as well as a gift shop and a plant nursery where visitors can purchase plants and gardening supplies.
Address:
1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
Phone:
(404) 876-5859
Online:
AtlantaBG.org
