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Van Vleck House & Gardens is a botanical garden in Montclair, NJ.

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Tony P
Tony P -Local Guide
5 years ago
Smallish and free to visit botanical garden. Like other gardens I have been to the time of visit is important. I saw only a few flowering plants on this visit but imagine it would be quite a bit more impressive during peak blooming times. Can't...Read More
Nicole “Nicole” Borress
Nicole “Nicole” Borress -Local Guide
3 years ago
Beautiful gardens and a great place to have an outside show. SoR Montclair held a show there as a food drive for Toni’s Kitchen. It was a beautiful day and the bands sounded great. Van Vleck was previously a private home. It is now owned...Read More
Ingrid Hill
Ingrid Hill -Local Guide
7 months ago
I love botanical gardens no matter their size or focus so its difficult to give any of them anything but great reviews. Van Vleck falls in this category! Set in a beautiful residential neighborhood, it is like a little oasis of serenity! ...Read More
Suzette Sequeira
Suzette Sequeira -Local Guide
a year ago
My photos don’t do any justice for how beautiful and romantic this location is!! The VAN VLECKHOUSE & GARDENS!I can picture a vow renewal ceremony or wedding!Lovely stroll through the garden!Beautiful flowers and cherry blossoms!Cellphone tour available!
Wella Garcia
Wella Garcia -Local Guide
3 years ago
This place is good to be visited through mid-spring and early summer. This is a time of abundant blooms in all climate zones. its Fall season now and we missed to witness how gorgeous they are. we will try to comeback here during blooming...Read More
Akshu S
Akshu S -Local Guide
2 months ago
Very nice park and perfect for introverts as it is self guided, but they also provide a sign with a tour on our phone. Very pretty garden and very well built. We came around the fall season, so the view was very colorful despite the...Read More
Meghan Reynolds
Meghan Reynolds -Local Guide
4 years ago
A hidden oasis in the middle of Montclair. Just a few steps down a trail and it feels like you're transported to a magical world far away. The trails are kept pristine, and the gardens are bursting with beautiful flora and native fauna. It was...Read More
Jim Davis
Jim Davis -Local Guide
5 years ago
This place is a must see. Truly a hidden gem in Montclair. The mansion and gardens here are just stunningly beautiful. There is such a tremendous variety of flowers, flowering bushes and trees, and other flora! There is a donation box located adjacent to the...Read More
Malia P
Malia P -Local Guide
7 months ago
Wasn’t sure if the place would like nice around end of April but it was actually beautiful and a perfect spot to take photos, especially if you need a spot for weddings or birthday.. It’s so beautiful this time of year and there’s so much...Read More
Christian Hosbach
Christian Hosbach -Local Guide
6 years ago
If you are looking for a nice family activity and want to explore beautiful gardens and flowers, you will definitely want to visit this lovely location. Free to enter and park, educational for all ages, plus the added bonus of just being permitted to freely...Read More
Alex Kaplan
Alex Kaplan -Local Guide
a month ago
The Van Vleck House and Gardens offers a breathtakingly beautiful backdrop perfect for any special occasion. As a photographer, I find every corner of this estate a photogenic paradise—from the meticulously maintained gardens bursting with seasonal colors to the charming, historic architecture of the house...Read More
Karl Gercens
Karl Gercens -Local Guide
7 months ago
This early 20th century garden is very well maintained and full of blooms in the spring season! The Wisteria is over 100 years old and if you catch it in bloom….aaaah. Be on the lookout for pollinators and the Fairy trail is great...Read More
Jade LaWarre
Jade LaWarre -Local Guide
7 months ago
What an adorable little slice of heaven in Montclair, NJ. I came here with my three year old and two year old in a stroller and was pleasantly surprised with everything we saw. There were a few stairs to do “shortcuts” around the walkable areas,...Read More
randa dawli
randa dawli -Local Guide
a year ago
Van Vleck House is a nice sanctuary from every day life. A visit there will take you away and back in time to when the Van Vleck family lived there. The garden and the gardening center are so serene to walk through. Just sit on...Read More
Winnie Lam
Winnie Lam
3 years ago
Really pretty gardens! We have loved here for 2.5 years and have always wanted to check the gardens out but never got a chance. Finally through some recommendations we visited this past week to see the scarecrows which we thought out young kids would like....Read More
Mel
Mel -Local Guide
2 years ago
Very peaceful and beautiful gardens. The entrance I came through had a closed gate but automatically opened when you pulled up. There was not an entrance fee. There are a few trails within the plants as well as main trails. The Van Vleck house is...Read More
L J
L J -Local Guide
2 years ago
Probably my favorite spot in town. You really do feel like you’re somewhere else.The grounds are kept clean and you aren’t really running Into other people since not many visit this spot which makes it great to find relaxation and peace.The flowers are as always...Read More
Peter Thompson
Peter Thompson -Local Guide
5 years ago
Beautiful estate in the middle of Montclair. The grounds are compact, but very pretty, with a wide array of flowers and landscaped shrubs.This self-guided, walking garden is about 2 acres, I'd guess, and it is free to tour. It isn't large, but you want...Read More
Tian Nan
Tian Nan -Local Guide
a year ago
Beautiful park, even in autumn, the red maple leaves are amazing. Free admission, walk in over the weekend afternoon, only takes 30 minutes to loop around.The parking is a little confusing, you can park in side. The door is automatic, drive close and it will...Read More
ahra cho
ahra cho -Local Guide
2 years ago
It was small garden. But well maintained and clean ~ I expected wisteria blossoms but too green already!Still, it was a beautiful day today in the garden~And bathroom was clean as well! It was great place to visit this spring~ since it is free ~
Ruiz Jr, Ramon:
Ruiz Jr, Ramon: -Local Guide
2 years ago
Van Vleck House and Garden according to the lady in charge, stated they have a contract with the town no buses or limos parking on the Ven Vleck St side all buses and limos must park on North Mountain Ave.I will no longer bring or...Read More
Jeff Tinker
Jeff Tinker -Local Guide
5 months ago
What a great place tucked away close to the hustle and bustle. Beautiful gardens and well kept. Just left the city and needed a place to decompress and see some nature and it definitely hit the spot!If you are in the area, I highly recommend...Read More
Constance A
Constance A -Local Guide
a year ago
I learned about this place via Instagram. I've lived near Montclair for a long time and never heard anyone talk about this place. That might be a good thing since it was not crowded when my partner and I went there on a Sunday afternoon....Read More
marisa somma
marisa somma
4 years ago
Evelynne
Evelynne -Local Guide
4 months ago
I came on a sunny day off to take personal photos and enjoy beautiful flowers and drove about 40 mins to get there. Well I sure chose the wrong day as there was incredibly loud and noisy maintenance going on which was what I assumed...Read More
Na
Na -Local Guide
a year ago
I recently visited Van Vleck House & Gardens with high expectations, hoping to enjoy a picturesque garden filled with vibrant flowers and capture some memorable photos. However, my experience turned out to be extremely disappointing, and I feel compelled to share my honest review.First and...Read More
guess who
guess who
a year ago
We are tourists and have visited a couple of gardens in NJ and this is by far the best one! This is a really good time to visit as the hydrangeas will be in full bloom and the weather is tolerable too. I have taken...Read More
Chloë Medina
Chloë Medina
4 years ago
A beautiful place if you are looking to relax and have a day all to yourself or with the company of another! There are many different types of plants and species of trees and the wildlife is definitely a plus! You can honestly walk...Read More
Tom
Tom -Local Guide
a year ago
Absolutely horrible service. The person in charge of the park rental is extremely rude and has no manners. Attempted to call multiple times to explain my situation and they wouldn’t pick up. They are extremely bias and like to allow some people to bring buses...Read More
Pete Thompson
Pete Thompson -Local Guide
5 years ago
Great garden for an hour or so. It's small, but packed with a wide assortment of flowers. We were here in mid-August, so many perenials were done blooming. Still, they have lots of hedge & shrub specimens.There are lots of benches scattered throughout the...Read More
Jennifer B
Jennifer B -Local Guide
4 years ago
What a gorgeous place in Montclair! The gardens are full of hidden paths and little surprises are around each turn. Interspersed benches give you a place to sit and reflect on the solitude or catch up on a conversation with a friend. The grounds are...Read More
Em
Em -Local Guide
5 years ago
Such a unique and beautiful place. The flower varieties are very vast and theres lots of places to explore. There are hidden butterfly motifs around, including the way certain gardens are planted. There is a greenhouse for you to freely tour, and a piano...Read More

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