Butterfly Meditation Garden

About

Butterfly Meditation Garden is a wildlife refuge in New York, NY, at Lafayette Ave &.

Reviews lean positive — 4.5 out of 5 across 140 Google reviews.

No opening hours are published for this listing, which usually points to dawn-to-dusk access — worth confirming before a long trip. And if it does not suit, 15 more wildlife refuges in New York are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other wildlife refuges in New York.

What works

Solid local standing
A 4.5 average from 140 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Easy to pair with a second stop
15 other wildlife refuges sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.
An official site to check first
Whoever runs this wildlife refuge posts schedules, closures and events there.

Worth knowing first

Parking is undocumented
No lot or street parking is recorded against this listing. Assume you are hunting for a kerbside spot.
Hours are not published
Google lists no opening times for this one. Daylight hours are the safe assumption.

Planning a visit

General guidance for wildlife refuges, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Habitat first, visitors second — expect boardwalks, blinds and firm rules about staying on the path.

A good fit for birders and anyone who likes a slow, quiet walk.

When to go

Dawn and dusk are when the wildlife is actually out, and migration season is the payoff.

What to bring

Binoculars
Muted clothing
Patience

Amenities

Family Friendly

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Common questions about Butterfly Meditation Garden

What is Butterfly Meditation Garden?

Butterfly Meditation Garden is a wildlife refuge in New York, NY, at Lafayette Ave &.

What are the opening hours at Butterfly Meditation Garden?

No opening hours are published for Butterfly Meditation Garden. Public spaces like this are commonly open from dawn to dusk, but confirm with the listed number, (212) 639-9675, before travelling.

Is there parking at Butterfly Meditation Garden?

No parking is recorded for Butterfly Meditation Garden. Expect to look for street parking nearby.

Is Butterfly Meditation Garden good for kids?

Yes — Butterfly Meditation Garden is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Butterfly Meditation Garden rated?

Butterfly Meditation Garden holds 4.5 out of 5 stars from 140 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

New York has 15 other wildlife refuges listed on AllParx, including Woodcliff Lake - Wildlife Breeding Island Area, Shooter's Island and Ernest L. Oros Park.