Untermyer Gardens: NYC's Secret Persian Paradise! 🌿✨
📍 Untermyer Gardens Conservancy (945 N Broadway, Yonkers) ⏰ Open April-Oct | Free entry (donations welcome) Just 40 mins from NYC, this 1916 Persian-style garden (once called "America’s most beautiful private garden") feels like stepping into an ancient myth. Here’s why it’s magical: 🌸 Must-See Spots ⛲ Percival Fountain Garden Tiered marble waterfalls + geometric flower beds = architectural eye candy. (Wear flowy dresses for 📸!) 🏞️ Hudson River Overlook Cliffside Greek pavilion with 270° river views—especially jaw-dropping in fall. 🚗 Getting There Drive: Take I-87 N to Yonkers exit. Train: Metro-North to Greystone Station (15-min walk). Parking: Limited spots—weekdays = quieter. 💡 Pro Tips ✔️ Pack a picnic (no food sold on-site). ✔️ Thursday nights: Sunset concerts 🎶 (check their site). ✔️ Golden hour = best lighting for photos. Ever found a "secret garden" near your city? Share below! 🌷👇 #NYCDayTrips #HiddenGardens #FallVibes