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Rip Van Winkle Gardens    

4.5/5
(417) · Botanical garden in New Iberia, United States
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Get lost in the beauty of Jefferson Island when you book a tour at our special event venue. Rip Van Winkle Gardens is a charming place filled with surprises and adventure around every corner. Built in …
Get lost in the beauty of Jefferson Island when you book a tour at our special event venue. Rip Van Winkle Gardens is a charming place filled with surprises and adventure around every corner. Built in 1870 by revered actor Joseph Jefferson, this charming mansion is the perfect place to spend exploring the grounds or celebrating your wedding. Tour Jefferson Island today. Our secret garden conveniently located in New Iberia, LA.

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Jan 3, 2025
This was my first time in Louisiana, and I was amazed at how many flowers were still in bloom in December. These gardens are beautiful; I look forward to returning some day.Full review by Jean L
Sep 2, 2024
One of my favorite places to visit in Southwestern Louisiana (just over six hours from DFW Metroplex on I-20E/I-49S). The gardens are beautiful, the historic home tour is interesting, and the food is…Full review by Patricia A
Apr 16, 2024
The tour begins with a short movie that tells of the origin of the island snd its lineage of ownership. You then stroll through the gardens at your own pace. You will pass bed and breakfast inns, mee…Full review by HJR1960
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Are you pet friendly?
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Not within the restaurant area. The entire outside area is.
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Is there an entrance fee to view the gardens without a tour?
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There was a fee for just the garden tour.
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The Roseate Spoonbills are nesting at Rip’s Rookery. Has anyone seen babies yet this year?
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Sorry I can’t help you
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Being that is almost the middle of July what plants are blooming in the gardens considering the heat and humidity? About …
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Being that is almost the middle of July what plants are blooming in the gardens considering the heat and humidity? About how long does it take to tour the gardens by itself? the gardens plus the house? just the house?
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YOu need to allow time to walk through the gardens . It is a formal Garden . In july nothing will be blomming . Go in march to see the beauty
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Are the gardens and cafe wheelchair friendly
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Well the gardens were gravel. There is handicap accessibility to the cafe .
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What time are you open?
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Rip Van Winkle Gardens is open from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm. Cafe Jefferson is open from 11:00 am until 2:30 pm on weekdays and 11...
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