FreeBrookside Gardens: Japanese Tea House & Tropical Conservatory Family Winter Walks
Visit on your scheduleDec 1 – Feb 28 · 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Outdoor gardens open daily sunrise to sunset; Conservatories open daily 10:00 AM–5:00 PM; Visitor Center open daily 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Closed Christmas Day
Brookside Gardens1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902 · 10.5 mi approx. from Washington, DCDirections
All ages; wide paved paths and warm indoor conservatories are completely stroller-friendly; benches and clean restrooms throughout
FreeFree admission to outdoor gardens, indoor conservatories, and visitor center; Free parking on-site
About this adventure
Located within Wheaton Regional Park in Montgomery County, Brookside Gardens is a 50-acre botanical jewel that offers a tranquil winter family excursion. Paved, gently meandering pathways loop around quiet reflection ponds, leading families to the picturesque wooden Japanese Tea House situated on an island bridge, as well as witch hazel and hellebore beds displaying winter blossoms. When little fingers and toes get cold, step inside the twin climate-controlled glass Conservatories. The indoor pavilions are kept pleasantly warm and humid year-round, filled with towering tropical palms, cascading orchids, blooming camellias, and banana plants. All main outdoor pathways and conservatory entrances are fully paved and stroller-friendly, with clean modern restrooms located in the visitor center.
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