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The Morton Arboretum

4.8 ★★★★★ 14,294 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Lisle, Illinois

Weddings

Diverse 1,700-acre nature preserve with a maze garden & tram plus picnicking, hiking & biking.

Plan your tour

  • Pets pet-friendly comes up in reviews — ask about having your dog in the ceremony
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (630) 968-0074
  • Website mortonarb.org — most venues book tours right on their site

Hours

Monday 9 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–7 PM
Thursday 9 AM–7 PM
Friday 9 AM–7 PM
Saturday 9 AM–7 PM
Sunday 9 AM–7 PM

Most venues show the grounds by appointment and close the calendar on event days — book a tour rather than dropping in.

The setting

The style of The Morton Arboretum in couples' own words — pulled from their reviews and the venue's own info, not guessed from the photos.

🌺 Botanical Garden 2 mentions

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🌷 Formal Garden

“They have a cute area for kids and a hedge maze.”

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Amenities couples mention

Amenities couples name in their reviews of The Morton Arboretum — the fastest way to tell what the venue actually offers before you drive out for a tour.

⛩️ Gazebo or Pergola

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Fountain / Water Feature

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Tented Reception

“Take those mugs, put them in the event tent.”

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🐕 Pet-Friendly 2 mentions

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Wheelchair Accessible 2 mentions

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Amenity mentions are mined from reviews and the venue's own info — they tell you what couples found on the grounds, not what's included in every package. Confirm what comes with your date when you tour.

What couples say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 14,294 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

stunning venue & grounds 14 mentions

“This class is the perfect combination of gentle stretching, mindful movement, balance work, and mobility training in one of the most peaceful and beautiful settings imaginable.”

🧹 spotless & well-kept 3 mentions

“The paths are wide and well-maintained, with plenty of space for dogs on leash to walk, play, and burn off energy while passing other friendly visitors.”

From the reviews

Why did the illumination event and enjoyed it despite being bitterly cold when we went. The price I think is a little much but we paid $58 for two people, not sure what the $40 per person the other reviewer mentions.

★★★★☆ — A, Dec 2025

It is clean and peaceful and inviting. From the trees to the water it is very tranquil. The sculptures were an added bonus. Great place to choose for an event or your wedding.

★★★★★ — Noelle, Oct 2025

I've been a member AMD have going here for yrs. I love all the events that they provide throughout the yr. I enjoy walking though the Arboretum it's so peaceful and enjoy finding the Artwork from different artists through out the years. Everyone who works there are so friendly and helpful.

★★★★★ — Teressa, Oct 2025

My now husband and I were married here years ago and we always visit in the fall for our anniversary. ❤️ The rotating sculptures are fun to see, and all the different paths to explore make each trip a treat!

★★★★★ — Caitlin, May 2026

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Getting married at The Morton Arboretum

The Morton Arboretum 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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Where to find The Morton Arboretum

4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL60532

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and couples' reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this venue? Claim your listing — it's free.