About
1868 Italianate villa & lush gardens offering tours, education programs, workshops & meditations.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.7 out of 5 across 686 Google reviews.
It keeps the same hours every day — 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking. And if it does not suit, 18 more gardens 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 gardens in New York.
What works
Consistently well reviewed
4.7 stars held across 686 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
Open every day
The same hours all week (9:00 AM – 7:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Restrooms on site
The difference between an hour here and a whole afternoon, especially with a group.
Free parking
A free lot and free street parking — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.
Worth knowing first
Dogs are not permitted
Leave them at home, or look at the dog parks listed for the same city instead.
A narrow window to fit it in
Open 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM and no longer — an early start is out.
Strongly seasonal
What is in bloom drives the whole visit. In winter this is a barer, much quieter place than the photographs suggest.
Planning a visit
General guidance for gardens, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Planted grounds built for a slow loop — paths, labelled beds, and a bench roughly when you need one.
A good fit for plant people, photographers and anyone wanting a calm hour.
When to go
Peak bloom is the whole point and it moves by species — check what is flowering first. The gates are open 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
What to bring
- A camera
- Comfortable shoes
- Admission money if the garden is ticketed
Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Amenities
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Common questions about Van Vleck House & Gardens
What is Van Vleck House & Gardens?
1868 Italianate villa & lush gardens offering tours, education programs, workshops & meditations. It is a garden in New York, NY, at 21 Van Vleck St.
What are the opening hours at Van Vleck House & Gardens?
Van Vleck House & Gardens is open 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM every day of the week.
Are dogs allowed at Van Vleck House & Gardens?
No. Van Vleck House & Gardens is not listed as allowing dogs.
Are there restrooms at Van Vleck House & Gardens?
Yes, restrooms are available at Van Vleck House & Gardens.
Is there parking at Van Vleck House & Gardens?
Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking.
Is Van Vleck House & Gardens good for kids?
Yes — Van Vleck House & Gardens is flagged as family-friendly.
How is Van Vleck House & Gardens rated?
Van Vleck House & Gardens holds 4.7 out of 5 stars from 686 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
New York has 18 other gardens listed on AllParx, including Antidote, Conservatory Garden and Elizabeth Street Garden.
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