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Untermyer Gardens

945 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701
914 512-0436
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Ranked #1 of 9 attractions in Yonkers
Type: Gardens
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Untermyer Gardens, the former estate of Samuel Untermyer, is the most beautiful park in Yonkers, perhaps in all of Westchester. It reminds me a little of the grounds of the J. Paul Getty Museum in Malibu, Calif., though on a smaller scale. As you stand amid the flowers, overhanging trees and fountains, looking at the Persian-style sphinxes, Greek columns and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

The Untermyer Gardens are lovely, but it is a shame that they were allowed to deteriorate. I applaud the society working to restore them. New York lost a gem when it could not maintain the house and grounds. The walled garden has the most magnificent weeping beech trees (at lest that is what I believe them to be). The views... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

i love this park. It is the most unique place to see the hudson. The fountains are beautiful in the summer. Sit under the trees and feel the temperature change from the hot sun. my kids enjoy going on the stage and performing improve style. singing and dancing we all have a great laugh. small kids will love the costume... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

This is a gorgeous place! My brother had his pictures taken here for his wedding and it was a fairytale, It's a little piece of heaven in Yonkers.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2012

Beautiful, beautiful place. Like nothing else in the area. Fountains, flowers, plants, trees. Grecian & Persian architecture. Fabulous place!!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2012

Just love this place for tranquil ME times. Bring your camera, and your girl or boyfriend. It's a great background.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2012

Beautiful and historical, this is a must see visit for the tourist in the area. It is best accessed from the historic Aqueduct trail.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2012

The Untermyer Gardens must have been spectacular in thier heyday, as part of a grand estate. A large portion was sold off to a hospital, and the rest fell into disrepair for many years, but the beautiful walled Persain garden has been restored. A popular place for bridal photos, with ponds borders of shrubs and a view over the Hudson.... More

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