Above: The Bellingrath rose garden was the largest in the South when created 80 years ago. Center right: A rose in full bloom in
late May. Center left: Pool-lined walkways interspersed with elaborate fountains are in many areas of the 65-acre main garden
area. Bottom right: The bridge over the koi pond is a highlight of the Asian sector. Bottom left: Antique furnishing collected from
around the world adorn the living room overlooked by portraits of the Bellingraths.
Bellingrath
Gardens is open from 8 a.m. until
5 p.m. every day except Thanksgiving,
Christmas and New Year's (with longer hours
during special events). Admission rates vary
but children 4 and under are free. A café is
open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Animals are
not allowed on the garden grounds but
can stay free in the Bellingrath
Pet Motel.
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