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Butterfly Gardens of Central Park Outdoors in Central Park
The mood
Refreshing, scenic · best in the afternoon · good for big groups
Known for
Monarch butterfly sightings
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An outdoor space in Central Park, open until 1 AM most nights. Insider tip: Visit between May and October when butterflies are most active and the plants are in full bloom. Known for its monarch butterfly sightings.
The North Meadow Butterfly Gardens is a habitat for over 50 butterfly species that travel through Central Park. Four planting beds hold two kinds of milkweed, along with colorful, fragrant plants that support moths, insects and birds. Visitors can study the plants that attract butterflies, and there are no restrooms on site.
Know before you go
- Vibe
- Refreshing, Scenic, Peaceful
- Perfect for
- Family, Solo, Groups
- Best times
- Afternoon
- Group size
- Solo, Friends (2-3), Small Group (4-6), Large Group (6+)
- Insider tip
- Visit between May and October when butterflies are most active and the plants are in full bloom
The details at Butterfly Gardens of Central Park
- Setting
- Indoors and outdoors
- Atmosphere
- Tranquil
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Accessible parking
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Good to know about Butterfly Gardens of Central Park
Butterfly Gardens of Central Park is at East Dr. &, 102nd St Crossing, New York, NY 10029, in Central Park, Manhattan.
Every day 6:00 AM - 1:00 AM. In short, it's open until 1 AM most nights.
You can call Butterfly Gardens of Central Park at (212) 310-6600.
Butterfly Gardens of Central Park is free to visit.
Butterfly Gardens of Central Park is known for its monarch butterfly sightings.
Family, solo, and groups.
Yes: indoors and outdoors.
Butterfly Gardens of Central Park lists: wheelchair-accessible entrance and accessible parking.
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