Berkshire Botanical Garden, Stockbridge: Photos, Reviews & Location

15 acres of flower beds, ponds & gardens for strolling & picnicking, plus exhibits & events.

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#7 of 8 Tourist attractions in Stockbridge

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.50

2.1 km from the center of Stockbridge

Rating breakdown

5 ★70%
4 ★20%
3 ★6%
2 ★3%
1 ★2%

5 W Stockbridge Rd, Stockbridge, MA 01262

berkshirebotanical.org

(413) 298-3926

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Berkshire Botanical Garden?: Berkshire Botanical Garden is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 1,407 reviews.
How does Berkshire Botanical Garden rank in Stockbridge?: Berkshire Botanical Garden is #7 of 8 Tourist attractions in Stockbridge by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Berkshire Botanical Garden located?: 5 W Stockbridge Rd, Stockbridge, MA 01262 — 2.1 km from the center of Stockbridge.
How can I contact Berkshire Botanical Garden?: Phone: (413) 298-3926 · Website: berkshirebotanical.org

Reviews (10)

Theresa St. John 2024 Mar 15

Great botanical garden with greenhouse and art gallery across the street. Many plants and sections clearly marked with varieties. Parking was easy. Nice gift shop inside. Been there a few times, quite enjoyable.

Andrea 2023 Oct 27

So pretty here, even in the rain! I’d love to explore some other time if I’m ever in the area when it is sunny and not full of vendors for a harvest festival. I learned a few things and enjoyed seeing such diverse plant life. I also like the vegetable garden area and learned there are more types of tomatoes than I had realized! It was a quick walk through and I didn’t get to see it all but it was lovely anyway. I do hope to visit again someday.

Stephen Peirce 2023 Oct 17

It is a beautiful place and well maintained. It's also easy to find and seems as though the parking would normally not be a problem. We were there the day before a Halloween festival, so parking was difficult due to a lot of vendor setup activity. There is quite a bit to see, and although there is a map, which I found generally helpful, it is probably just as fun to wander around.
In general, everything seemed to be labeled well, which is great if you really want to know what you are looking at and don't want to have to constantly consult a pamphlet.
The gardens cross a road, and while there is a crosswalk, you do need to be careful as it seemed that some were driving a little too fast for the road. It's probably best to do one side and then the other to minimize road crossings.
The visitors center has drinks and snacks and a small gift shop. We did not shop but stopped in to pay, ask some questions, and get a map. As far as the fee is concerned, the recommended donation is $18/adult. I walked away feeling that was just a little high, but it's likely that was a me problem for two reasons. First, we were pressed for time, so I didn't feel as though I spent enough time to "get my money's worth." Second, the $18 is the suggested donation, and I felt no pressure to pay that amount.

Catherine Kull 2023 Oct 16

It was the off season, so everything was dying off. We were still able to walk the grounds and view the different types of gardens they had. There was a gallery that showcased a local artist pieces. They were beautiful. They had a living wall( picture). That was beautiful. We went on a Tuesday and admission was free that day

R P 2023 Sep 01

Beautiful site. Staff are very helpful instructing guests on accessing the audio guide on your phone. Gardens are on both sides of the road. It takes about 2 hours to leisurely see everything. There are lots of places to sit and relax while enjoying the gardens.

Paul Nakazawa 2023 Aug 21

My wife and I are regular visitors to botanical gardens in different cities — the Berkshire Botanical Garden stands out as very special and a “must-see” for visitors to the area. The complex itself is bifurcated by Highway 102. There is visitor parking on one side only (presumably the older portion of the Garden). Interestingly, they have made this condition a distinctive advantage, providing two distinctive types of landscapes. There is also a store selling books and merchandise, an education center building (with accessible toilets), and an art gallery/library/conference building. Plenty of seating and of different types for individuals, couples, small groups.

LB Wildes 2023 Aug 15

There was so much to see! We spent hours exploring the many gardens in the sunshine and during an unexpected light rain which we waited out in a lovely arbor. There were so many beautiful flowers even in mid-August.

Mike Z 2023 Aug 04

It is really well-cared botanical garden. Of course, it should not be compared to larger NYBG, Brooklyn botanical garden, CT Wickham park or Planting Fields arboretum. Several gorgeous gardens are packed into its modest acreage.

Mohamed Badaoui Najjar 2023 Jun 08

Cool small botanical garden with different types of plants a greenhouse fountain and a shaded small promanad for visitors to go through. Some highlights are the plants arranged in shapes of animals the pond and the greenhouse good stop along the road

Julia Troie 2023 Jan 12

I went in late April and it was so beautiful, everything is budding, the walk of all the daffodils is ridiculously cute. Be sure to check out the art as well. The shaped garden even has some chairs that you can sit on, made out of bushes! Stunning place, and a lovely experience.