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St. George Village Botanical Garden
Type: Gardens
10Best Says
This lush, 17-acre botanical garden resides within the ruins of a 19th-century sugar plantation. The Premises also overlap an 1800-year-old Amerindian settlement. Over 1,000 varieties of plants are... Read More
This lush, 17-acre botanical garden resides within the ruins of a 19th-century sugar plantation. The Premises also overlap an 1800-year-old Amerindian settlement. Over 1,000 varieties of plants are represented in the garden's innovative design, which recreates every ecosystem in St. Croix in miniature, from desert-like cactuses to rain forest vegetation. Tamarind and mahogany trees provide shade while you follow the self-guided tour, and educational displays describe the cultural and historical value of the plants as a source of food, medicine, fiber, color dye, and building material. The gift shop is a great place to buy flora-themed gifts and souvenirs for yourself or friends. (Note: the museum is open on weekends when a cruise ship is in port.)
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Hours:
- Gardens: Daily 9am-5pm
- Nursery: Tue, Fri 9am-11am
- Museum: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
- Museum Store: Mon-Sat 10am-4pm
- Hours May Vary Seasonally
Admissions:
- Exhibits $15
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Karen Elowitt
U.S. Virgin Islands Local Expert
- Best Attractions & Activities, Sightseeing: "Look out for the once-a-month plant sales: proceeds benefit the educational programs at the garden."
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: This monument to St. Croix's natural heritage is both beautiful and informative.
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