​What and where is Queens Botanical Garden?

• The Queens Botanical Garden is located at 43-50 Main Street, Flushing, NY 11355.

  • Subway: Take the 7 train to Flushing-Main Street station. From there, it’s about a 10–15 minute walk southeast to the Garden. 

  • Bus: The Q44, Q20A/B, Q66, and Q58 buses have stops within walking distance of the Garden.

  • Entrances: Main entrance is at 43-50 Main Street. Visitor drop-off and group access are also available via Dahlia Avenue and Crommelin Street.

• The Queens Botanical Garden tries to educate people on the environment through classes and sustainable design and operations:

  • LEED-Certified Visitor Center: Built to high environmental standards with solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and efficient design.

  • Rain Gardens & Bioswales: Naturally filter stormwater and support native biodiversity.

  • Native & Pollinator Gardens: Feature plants that sustain bees, butterflies, and birds, supporting local ecosystems.

  • Composting Education: Offers public compost drop-off and workshops, diverting organic waste and promoting soil health.

  • Sustainability Education: The Garden regularly hosts classes and programs that teach visitors of all ages how to live more sustainably, from eco-friendly gardening to waste reduction tips

When visiting, please make sure to treat the workers and ecology with respect, and to not pick anything without prior permission.

• Joe’s Steam Rice Roll: Fresh and flavorful Cantonese rice rolls made to order.

• Asian Jewels Seafood Restaurant: Traditional dim sum spot known for its large banquet-style setting.

• Leaf Bar & Lounge: Rooftop bar offering Asian fusion dishes, cocktails, and skyline views.

New World Mall Food Court: Bustling food court with a wide variety of affordable Asian street food options.

• Seasonal Festivals:

  • Location: Main event lawn and Fragrance Walk

  • What to Expect: Cultural celebrations such as Harvest Fest, Cherry Blossom Festival, and Taiwanese Orchid Show.

  • Events feature live performances, crafts, food vendors, and family activities.

• Garden Tours & Nature Walks:

  • Location: Throughout themed gardens and woodland paths

  • What to Expect: Guided tours led by staff and volunteers focusing on botany, sustainability, and wildlife.

  • Self-guided options available with mobile maps and audio tours.

• Workshops & Green Classes:

  • Location: Education Center and Children’s Garden

  • What to Expect: Hands-on workshops in composting, gardening, plant care, and eco-friendly living.

  • Some are family-oriented, others are tailored for adults or teens.

• Family Days & Storytime Events:

  • Location: Children’s Garden and meadow spaces

  • What to Expect: Interactive storytelling, planting activities, crafts, and seasonal games.

  • Often scheduled on weekends and school holidays.

• Garden Hours: Open Tuesday to Sunday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Closed on Mondays except for major holidays.

• Rules: No picking plants or walking in garden beds. Pets (except service animals) and smoking are not allowed.

• Tipping: In NYC, it’s customary to tip 15-20% in restaurants. 

• Personal Space: Be mindful of others and allow space in narrow garden paths or during programs and events.

• Bee Garden Nook

  • 📍 Behind the Education Building near the compost site

  • A pollinator-friendly garden with native wildflowers and an active beehive—peaceful and buzzing with life.

• Fragrance Walk

  • 📍 Near the Seasonal Garden entry path

  • Lined with aromatic herbs and flowering plants—ideal for a slow stroll or sensory break.

• Oak Allee Pathway

  • 📍 Between the Woodland Garden and the Arboretum

  • Shaded trail under mature oaks with interpretive signs and benches—cool, quiet, and often overlooked.

• Cherry Circle

  • 📍 Secluded area near the Wedding Garden

  • Circular lawn surrounded by flowering cherry trees—stunning during bloom season and ideal for peaceful picnics.

• Perennial Border Hideaway

  • 📍 Behind the Visitor Center near the Water Garden

  • A narrow, colorful strip with benches tucked into blooms—great for journaling or sketching.