Home Gardens and Other Horticultural Attractions in Williamsburg, VA

Colonial Williamsburg

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The focus of Williamsburg is often placed upon the authenticity in which it captures the spirit of colonial America, but those visiting the area will be quick to find the gardens of Williamsburg to be every bit as visually impressive as the many sites and monuments showcasing the area-s rich history. In fact, when intertwining garden sightseeing with the exploration of Colonial Williamsburg you-ll find a double dose of intriguing beauty that is sure to make your time in the area memorable. Below is a short-list of four of the more popular gardens you-ll find available to view in Williamsburg and the surrounding area.

Colonial Williamsburg Gardens - Williamsburg, VA - This pristine garden setting offers 90 acres of horticulture heaven. More than 20 public gardens are housed within this collection, including the immaculate Gardens of the Governor-s Palace, along with roughly another 75 private gardens that are open for appointments during various times of the year. Those looking to mix historic sightseeing with garden viewing will definitely want to make the Colonial Williamsburg Gardens the first stop on their journey.

Agecroft Hall Gardens - Richmond, VA - Agecroft Hall itself is a remarkable sight, being a Tudor estate built in England in the 15th century and then moved, not re-produced but actually moved to Richmond in the mid 1920s. Of course, with such English elegance comes a garden of suitable stature. The gardens of Agecroft Hall have been designed by renowned landscapist Charles Gillette, and feature a myriad of tremendous sights ranging from English-based Sunken Garden to the Elizabethan Knot Garden.

Maymont Gardens - Richmond, VA - Hailing from beginnings very different from that of Agecroft Hall Gardens, the grounds of the Maymont Gardens were at one time a dairy farm. Of course, much as changed since then with a collection of exotic gardens and complex natural sights taking over the land. Today, Maymont Gardens visitors will find an herb garden, Japanese garden 40 foot waterfall and numerous other horticulture and wildlife exhibits upon the grounds.

Norfolk Botanical Garden - Norfolk, VA - The Norfolk Botanical Gardens offers a wide range of gardening sights from around the world. 31 different gardens can be found within the collection, with themes as varied as traditional Japanese style gardening to a Renaissance garden and All-American garden. In total, the Norfolk Botanical Gardens spans 155 acres, and offers a number of sights that anyone will be able to enjoy