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New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,160 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Boylston, Massachusetts
A nature-lover's paradise featuring many gardens, an orchard, outdoor event space, library & more.
Plan your tour
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 508-869-6111
- Website nebg.org — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–5 pm |
The setting
“I photographed a wedding at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, and it was truly breathtaking.”
“Me and my husband visited for the Orchid event during the day we wanted to go to the night time event but couldn't really afford it.”
Amenities couples mention
“I love to visit this place throughout the seasons to see what's popping up, and even in the winter for the greenhouses.”
“There is a pavilion that was reserved so maybe it was some sort of summer camp.”
What couples say again and again
“I photographed a wedding at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, and it was truly breathtaking.”
From the reviews
I photographed a wedding at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, and it was truly breathtaking. Everywhere you turn, the gardens offer stunning backdrops—lush greenery, beautiful florals, and thoughtfully designed spaces that make every photo feel magical and organic.
Had a great time with my friends and their one year old. Great stimulation/engagement opportunities for kids of all sizes. Well kept gardens and paths. Good food in the cafe. The tattoo installation was awesome.
Getting married at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill 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.
Corporate events & private parties at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill — garden venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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