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The World’s 100 Best Botanical Gardens

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Grand Rapids, United States

  1. WORLD’S BEST BOTANICAL GARDENS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 71 2026
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

A large botanical garden and sculpture park in Grand Rapids with themed outdoor gardens, wetland boardwalks and indoor conservatories. Works by Rodin, Moore and Miró stand among the plantings, alongside rotating exhibitions such as Chihuly glass and a spring butterfly show.

Highlights

  • Japanese Garden
  • Tropical Conservatory
  • Children's Garden

Good to know

  • Plan a full day or two
  • Tram tour costs extra
  • Cafe on site

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