While passing through Springfield, Missouri on our three-month Route 66 road trip, we made time to visit the Springfield Botanical Gardens. Located within Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park, this beautiful collection of themed gardens is one of the best free things to do in Springfield, Missouri. Whether you’re interested in flowers,…
If you’re looking for things to do in Albuquerque that work for both adults and kids, ABQ BioPark is one of the city’s biggest and most well-rounded attractions. Made up of the ABQ BioPark Zoo, Aquarium, Botanic Garden, and nearby Tingley Beach, this expansive complex is designed to connect visitors…
As one of the largest botanical gardens in the Intermountain West, Red Butte spans 100 acres of themed gardens, desert plants, mountain views, and miles of walking paths. It was also the first garden we’ve visited outside our usual Midwest/Southeast bubble, so it felt extra fun to explore a totally…
Washington, D.C., is packed with famous landmarks, but one of its most beautiful spots often flies under the radar- the U.S. National Arboretum. This massive, 446-acre green space is home to stunning gardens, scenic walking trails, and one of the most unusual photo ops in the city: the Capitol Columns,…
During our stay near Indiana Dunes National Park, we decided to check out Gabis Arboretum in nearby Valporaiso, and I’m so glad we did. Tucked away on 300 acres of natural beauty, it felt like the perfect spot to slow down and really connect with nature. From the restored prairie…