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Bellingrath Gardens and Home

12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd, Theodore, Alabama 36582 USA

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“tour the beautiful 65-acre botanical garden & mansion”

Bellingrath Gardens and Home was the creation of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bellingrath.  The Gardens first opened to the public in 1932 while a national garden club meeting was taking place in Mobile.  Mr. Bellingrath placed an ad in the Mobile paper, announcing that anyone who would like to see the spring garden could do so free of charge.  After an overwhelming response, the couple decided to keep the gardens open year-round, beginning in 1934. Bellingrath Gardens and Home is a 65-acre (26 ha) botanical garden and mansion. In addition to touring the Gardens, the Bellingrath Museum Home and the Fowl River aboard the Southern Belle River Cruise, its features also include the Bayou Boardwalk, Mirror Lake, the Great Lawn, Asian-American Gardens, the 2004 Top Public Rose Garden in the United States, Butterfly Garden, Formal Garden Terraces, and more. Tour the Bellingrath Home, complete with its original furnishings and Mrs. Bellingrath’s extensive collection of decorative arts. Built in 1935, the 10,500 square foot home was designed by prominent architect, George B. Rogers. The style of the Home was dubbed “English Renaissance” by Rogers. Additionally, take a 45-minute cruise along the Fowl River aboard the Southern Belle. As you enjoy your relaxing cruise, learn about  birding habits, ecological systems and civil war history of the area. The Southern Belle departs daily from Bellingrath Gardens and Home between March and November.

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Anita G.

Is a very nice place to visit any time of the year. Beautiful when the flowers are blooming and beautiful christmas lights during the holidays. A very nice gift shop with lots of unique gifts too! Read more

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Andi F.

I came on Presidents Day 2024 for a tour of the house and gardens. The price for both was very reasonable. The only bad part was the portion to include a gratuity. This was at the desk when you... Read more

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Dee T.

The only reason for 4 stars is there are parts of the walking path closed that is need of repair. This is a beautiful garden and everyone needs to see the house once. The home tour is a great... Read more

Bellingrath Gardens and Home

12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd
Theodore, Alabama
36582 USA
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