Lerner Garden of the Five Senses
Known For
A sensory garden experience that slows you down in the best way
Lerner Garden of the Five Senses at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is designed specifically to engage touch, scent, sound, and taste alongside sight — which makes it moody and meditative in a way that most gardens never attempt. The cozy nook pathways reward visitors who come with nowhere else to be.
🕐Best time to visit: Early morning in midsummer before the heat builds
Our Take
The Lerner Garden of the Five Senses at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is designed specifically to engage touch, scent, sound, and sight — it's a surprisingly moving experience that most people stumble into on their way to the main gardens. A strong rating from a small but dedicated group of visitors confirms it's the kind of detail that elevates an already great visit.
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Location
Downtown
132 Botanical Gdns Dr, Boothbay, ME 04537, USA
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