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New York Botanical GardenvsThe Met Cloisters
Both are recommended by professionals. Overall, The Met Cloisters scores slightly better than New York Botanical Garden. The Met Cloisters comes in at #8 in New York City with accolades from 13 sources such as Concierge, Lonely Planet and Not For Tourists.
New York Botanical Garden
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2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10458
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Concierge "Established in 1891, the 250-acre New York Botanical Garden is an oasis for pavement-pounding city dwellers, just a 20-minute Metro North ride from Grand Central."
Time Out "Every city park offers its own brand of verdant escapism, but this lush expanse goes beyond landscaped flora." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This 250-acre green space has plenty of year-round and seasonal plants and flowers as well as an annual holiday train show and exhibits around everything from medicinal herbs to Frida Kahlo." Full review
Not For Tourists "Flowers galore in the heart of da Bronx."
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"One of the largest and oldest gardens in the US, this glorious green space displays a wonderful array of plants and blooms, and conducts important botanical research." Full review
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In season (spring and fall) don't miss the Peggy Rockefeller Rose Gardens.
Afar Magazine "Of course, there are many other flowers on view, but the lilacs are particularly special because it is hard to find so many lilac trees in one place in the city. It’s a treat not to be missed." Full review
Fodor's "Considered one of the leading botany centers of the world, this 250-acre garden is one of the best reasons to make a trip to the Bronx." Full review
Where "Miles of impressively lush gardens and walking trails, educational programs, free tours and a hands-on children’s adventure garden offer an escape from the city." Full review
The Telegraph "Set in 250 acres of Bronx Park and inspired by London’s Royal Botanic Gardens, New York’s largest public garden is a living museum of the natural world." Full review
Atlas Obscura "Every year model trains zip through a miniature New York City that's now 150 landmarks strong. " Full review
The Met Cloisters Concierge
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Fort Tryon Park, New York City, NY 10040
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Concierge "The Cloisters is a series of medieval passageways reconstructed from French monasteries and incorporated within a modern museum."
Frommer's "If it weren’t for this branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, many New Yorkers would never get to this northernmost point in Manhattan." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"On a hilltop overlooking the Hudson River, the Cloisters is a curious architectural jigsaw, its many parts made up of various European monasteries and other historic buildings." Full review
Time Out "Set in a lovely park overlooking the Hudson River, the Cloisters houses the Met’s medieval art and architecture collections." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Devoted to the art and architecture of medieval Europe, the Cloisters is a series of medieval passageways reconstructed from French monasteries." Full review
Not For Tourists "The Met's storehouse of medieval art. Great herb garden, nice views."
Travel + Leisure "Set within lush Fort Tryon Park in Upper Manhattan, the Cloisters museum and garden offers visitors an in-depth look at European medieval art, architecture, and culture." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The Cloisters (part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art) re-creates a fortified monastery... housed within is an unrivaled collection." Full review
On the Grid "The cheapest flight to Europe around. What are the words? Impressive. Magnificent." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Cloisters, a museum devoted to medieval art and architecture, is a delightful respite from the hustle and bustle of NYC." Full review
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Be sure to include time in your visit to explore beautiful Fort Tryon Park.
