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Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens

441 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia B0S 1A0, Canada
902 532 7018
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Type: Gardens, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Owner description: ESCAPE from the hectic pace of everyday life with a visit to Annapolis Royal’s beautiful Historic Gardens!In a beautiful setting overlooking a tidal... more » Owner description: ESCAPE from the hectic pace of everyday life with a visit to Annapolis Royal’s beautiful Historic Gardens!In a beautiful setting overlooking a tidal river valley, the 17 acre Historic Gardens is a premiere Nova Scotia attraction showcasing gardening methods, designs and materials representing more than four hundred years of local history. Highlights include a Rose collection of more than 270 cultivars, an Acadian House representing pre-deportation 1671 time period, and much more… « less
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Fredericton, Canada
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40 reviews 40 reviews
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Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Beautiful gardens, a nice walk out to the old dyke system. You could visit a number of times just to see the various plants bloom. Missed the lilacs, lots of rhododendrons still in bloom and too early for roses and wisteria.

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Corte Madera, CA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

After a lot of driving during the week before our visit, it was a very relaxing way to spend a couple of hours wandering around, enjoining the beautiful grounds and a different view of the shore beyond. The farmer's market was an added bonus.

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Leicester, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

lovely large garden with great show of spring flowers, well maintained, also grate place for bird watching and views across the river

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Sylvan Lake, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

Despite a cool, wet spring, much was in bloom. We always get ideas for our own garden by coming and wouldn't miss it for the world.

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Vancouver, Canada
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37 reviews 37 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

When we visited, it was a little early for the gardens to be in full bloom, so we didn't get to see the laburnum arbour or rhododendrons. It didn't matter, it's still a beautiful haunt inside a delightfully picturesque town. Shady pathways, invite visitors to meander, enjoy the pretty landscapes, breathe pure air, stay and while and drink in the... More

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Potter Bar, Herts (near London), England
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109 helpful votes 109 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

It was hard to believe that this was a British Outpost and the well preserved Fort and buildings are a must see. The view from th fort over the harbour show how strategically this protected the area.

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Annapolis Royal, Canada
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013

Cool off on a hot day by strolling along the beautiful shaded pathways of the gardens. Pillowy plumes of carefully manicured roses all around and large mature trees create a natural feeling of a 'Secret Garden' experience.

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Montague, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

This attractiong was a ver nice way to spend an hour or so, the gardens were very beautiful. It was a great spot for taking some pictures. Worth checking out.

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Cambridge
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4 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2012

Spent a very enjoyable afternoon at the gardens. Very peaceful. The rose garden, with it's gorgeous scented roses, was a highlight.

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 October 2012

My husband and I visited the gardens on a chilly, drizzly day. Undeterred, we spent several hours exploring the garden displays. Our informative tour guide enthusiastically shared his historic perspective and knowledge of the plant diversity. I was impressed with the flow and layout of the gardens. The number and variety of plants were amazing. A great place to visit,... More

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