United States | Washington, D.C.
The United States National Arboretum is a large outdoor area in northeastern Washington. It has wide open areas with picnic spots and the National Capitol Columns. There's also a large collection of bonsai trees, an herb garden, and a number of other collections.
Germany
Munich's equivalent to Central Park, the English Garden was designed in 1789 and stretches 3 miles across the city. On a sunny day it's teeming with locals.
Oregon | United States
Portland is nicknamed the Rose City and after seeing these gardens you'll be able to understand why. The gardens cover 4.5 acres and as you wonder you can enjoy fountains, a wide away of flowers (beyond the roses) and an incredible view of downtown Portland and, weather permitting, Mt. Hood.
Oregon | United States
This is a delightful little garden in downtown Portland. It's a classic Chinese garden that houses ponds, pretty plants, and a traditional teahouse.
France
This is the oldest church in town and very small but it offers a very pretty cloister and garden. This was the only stone building in all of Albi in the 11th century until stone became more popular …
California | San Francisco | United States
A Victorian greenhouse from 1878 set in Golden Gate Park houses an amazing array of plants including rare orchids, lilies, and tropical varietals.
Oregon | United States
This place offers 11 beautiful acres of Japanese gardens. The famous and equally beautiful international rose garden is just across the street. You'll see koi ponds, ornamental cherry trees, a ceremonial teahouse and a sand garden.
Italy | Sicily
This beautiful park in Taormina across from the Teatro Antico di Taormina are worth a visit for peaceful walks through the gardens and stunning views of the coast and Mount Etna. Admission is free.
Spain
Created in the 18th century, this beautiful 300-acre park in Madrid offers a nice escape from the bustling city. Wander from park along the great boulevard towards the Prado and explore the Royal Botanical Garden with trees from around the world.
Iceland | North Iceland
A short walk from downtown Akureyri, this garden is one of the most northern botanical gardens in the world. It's a beautiful display of thousands of different types of plants, well organized by region.
