Bellingrath Gardens and Home
It is not always necessary going to a different country to admire the beautiful scenery. There are some wonderful destinations much worth a visit located at the Gulf Coast.
One of the 'must visits' is Bellingrath Gardens and Home. This 65 acre estate can be found on the Fowl River in Theodore, a suburb of Mobile, in the south of Alabama and is on the list of the National Register of Historic Places.
Both home and gardens are creations of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bellingrath. Walter Bellingrath bought the land in 1917, initially intended as his fishing camp. They built their house on it and Bessie Bellingrath created the gardens surrounding the estate.
The gardens were first opened to the public in 1932 and since 1934 they were accessible all year around and no matter what time of year you visit, there is always something to admire.
Even if you are no garden lover, you will not be bored; the home with its original furnishings and art is an attraction by itself. From March through November, a 45 minute cruise on the Fowl River is another option.
Special events are held all year around and even educational programs and self-guided workshops for field trips and groups of students are on the program.
The gardens are open daily from 8 AM until 5PM and guided tours through the home start at 9 AM. The gardens are accessible to handicapped, but the house and the cruise ship are not. Wheelchairs are available for rent at the entrance.
Parking is free and a cafe and gift shop are present on the premises seeing to your appetite for food and unique memorabilia.
It is easy to find accommodations near the gardens and my suggestion would be planning a stay of several days because there are many more attractions nearby. If nothing else, you can always set foot in the waters of the Gulf Coast.
One of the 'must visits' is Bellingrath Gardens and Home. This 65 acre estate can be found on the Fowl River in Theodore, a suburb of Mobile, in the south of Alabama and is on the list of the National Register of Historic Places.Both home and gardens are creations of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bellingrath. Walter Bellingrath bought the land in 1917, initially intended as his fishing camp. They built their house on it and Bessie Bellingrath created the gardens surrounding the estate.
The gardens were first opened to the public in 1932 and since 1934 they were accessible all year around and no matter what time of year you visit, there is always something to admire.Even if you are no garden lover, you will not be bored; the home with its original furnishings and art is an attraction by itself. From March through November, a 45 minute cruise on the Fowl River is another option.
Special events are held all year around and even educational programs and self-guided workshops for field trips and groups of students are on the program.
The gardens are open daily from 8 AM until 5PM and guided tours through the home start at 9 AM. The gardens are accessible to handicapped, but the house and the cruise ship are not. Wheelchairs are available for rent at the entrance.
Parking is free and a cafe and gift shop are present on the premises seeing to your appetite for food and unique memorabilia.
It is easy to find accommodations near the gardens and my suggestion would be planning a stay of several days because there are many more attractions nearby. If nothing else, you can always set foot in the waters of the Gulf Coast.
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