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Longwood Gardens
4.9 ★★★★★ 32,241 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Vast collection of vibrant flower gardens, a greenhouse & fountain shows plus student courses.
Plan your tour
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (610) 388-1000
- Website longwoodgardens.org — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–10 PM |
The setting
“The entire property is beautifully maintained, and every section feels thoughtfully designed, from the vibrant seasonal gardens to the stunning indoor conservatory.”
“The treehouses hidden in the forest, the peaceful wooden walkways, the massive fountains, and the colorful conservatories made every section feel different and special.”
“The orchid exhibition also deserves a special mention.”
Amenities couples mention
“Then you reach the Conservatory which is the size of Grand Central Station and filled top to bottom with beautiful flora and fauna, and all kinds of different displays!”
“The treehouses hidden in the forest, the peaceful wooden walkways, the massive fountains, and the colorful conservatories made every section feel different and special.”
What couples say again and again
“The entire property is beautifully maintained, and every section feels thoughtfully designed, from the vibrant seasonal gardens to the stunning indoor conservatory.”
“The grounds are incredibly well maintained, and it’s easy to spend hours just wandering the paths and taking everything in.”
From the reviews
had an amazing experience at Longwood Gardens. The grounds are incredibly expansive and thoughtfully organized, making it easy to explore without feeling overwhelmed. Every corner feels intentional—from the artistic shaping of trees and plants to the vibrant, colorful flower displays both indoors and outdoors.
Getting married at Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth it. First, see the garden at the time of day and season you'd actually get married — a garden that glows at golden hour in June can look very different at noon in March, so ask what's in bloom for your date and walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move, and does it hold everyone?), shade and bugs for a summer afternoon, the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular garden dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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