Suggestions for Garden near Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn

Erica C. • March 10, 2013Such a pretty view! If you have friends or family visiting bring them here! This is also a great place for a run when the weather permits.

Taty S. • August 7, 2021Lovely garden. Great community hang out place. Surprised that not a lot of people know about it.

Shih-ching T. • August 22, 2018There is a tree house like small library on the second floor. It’s super nice sitting inside to work or just relax. A must see if you visit the garden.

Ish R. • July 25, 2017Tiny community garden hidden away in lower east side. Perfect for just sitting in the summer and reading a book. Chat with the locals and have a little picnic.

Justine B. • November 25, 2015Love this little pocket of the BK botanic gardens.

The Standard • August 5, 2010NY (Relax) Sneak into the magical community garden on Bowery+Houston at sundown with a green curry from Bite @ 335 Lafayette and enjoy it in one of its many nooks and crannies!

TEV N. • October 9, 2012The Daily News voted CLG as the city’s Best Community Garden. Although it is landscaped and maintained by a group of members and volunteers, the garden is open to all visitors. Also open to dogs!

Andrew Z. • July 22, 2012Cool garden with plants inspired by the Bard's writings.

amNewYork • September 29, 2011Opened officially by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth on her visit to New York last year. Reminiscent of an English garden, this quiet spot honors the memory of the 67 British citizens who died on 9/11.

Jechiliah • July 13, 2014Bring your walking shoes. This is and immensely palatial set of gardens!

Dee A. • December 18, 2011Some say it's quiet, we say it's calm =) great neighborhood, clean & great views close by- like the statue of liberty.

Yvette L. • October 1, 2013Helpful staff...decent selection of garden stuff.

Kristina R. • October 1, 2011Brooklyn Salsa Co. at the Chile Pepper Firsta! Get into it.

The Corcoran Group • January 6, 2012Not always open – afternoon from May to October – but well worth making a special trip to take a tour of this amazingly manicured garden.

Steve R. • August 7, 2023The garden

Melissa D. • October 24, 2013You can order organic groceries and pick them up at the garden from Bed-Stuy Bounty on Thursdays.

Danyel S. • May 1, 2015they are super helpful, even when it's crowded. 🍃 it's like a plant carnival 🍃

goop • August 5, 2014From the Japanese Tea Garden to the Lily-Pad exhibit, the Rose Garden and places to stop for a snack and a drink throughout, this is a great place to stroll or spend a day with the kids.

Steve C. • June 10, 2014Great spot! Shopping as local as it gets, the people who work here are fantastic. If you're nice, the kitty may pay you a visit

Kimmie O. • August 24, 2019This garden is like an escape from the city. There are lovely fragrant flower trees & bushes. They also grow veggies here!

Michael D. • October 24, 2016This is where Dark Crystal and Little Shop of Horrors are coming together in a new fan fiction written by Allen Ginsberg Jr.

Old Amsterdam • December 20, 2012Make sure you pick up Old Amsterdam Cheese next time you shop at Garden of Eden-- our cheese is the best, Find out more here http://oldamsterdam.com

Michael F. • November 1, 2013Great place for a quick breakfast in the morning. Great people too!!