With an expansive, user friendly entrance and parking, Selby Gardens offers a new look at an historic garden from the first “ah hah” moment. We were impressed with Selby’s vision and status as the only net carbon positive botanic garden in the US. An urban garden, Selby is not vast -- -one can meander and spend an hour or so, or longer. We stayed for lunch in the Selby House Cafe and were pleasantly surprised by the varied menu of tasty choices: rice bowls, salads, soups and wraps. Dining space has the look and feel of an indoor garden with gallery, graced by B&W historic photos of Marie Selby -- inspiring. Roasted tomato and basil bisque with grilled cheese was especially tasty. Staff throughout the Gardens are knowledgeable, helpful and welcoming. We love to return again and again.

Lovely way walk through the gardens. Not the best blooming time of year. We were impressed with their research and dedication to the flora of the area. It’s only a four, because it’s no Butchart Gardens. It’s well worth the trip, however. It’s a great garden for an urban area and we applaud Marie Selby for being so forward looking as for the need for urban green space.

Really enjoyable and so much to see. Gardens are a manageable size to get round even in the heat. Plenty of places to stop, sit and enjoy the view.