Glasshouse + Nearby Picnic Spots You’ll Love!

One of the happiest weekends this summer was visiting The Glass House with my girls. We basked in a scene straight out of a painting—endless blue skies and lush green grass 🌱✨ 📍 The Glass House (Philip Johnson Glass House) A masterpiece by modernist architect Philip Johnson, this iconic home has almost no walls—just stunning floor-to-ceiling glass! 🏡💎 Nestled in a sprawling meadow, it’s a surreal experience to see architecture, sky, and your own reflection blend together. After the tour, we picnicked on the nearby grass like giddy high schoolers—sipping soda, munching strawberries, and soaking up the sun. Pure magic! 🍓☀️ 📌 Need-to-Know Tips: 🚗 From Midtown Manhattan: ~1h15m drive (best by car or carpool) 🚙💨 Public transit? Take Metro-North to New Canaan Station, then a 10-min taxi. 🚆 🏡 Visiting The Glass House: Book tickets online in advance! (Walk-ins = ❌) Open May–Dec only (closed winters ❄️) Tour options: Full-site or partial—pick the Glass House + Sculpture Meadow combo for the best views! 🖼️ Photography heaven (but drones/pro shoots = 🚫) 🧺 Nearby Picnic Perfection: 🍑 Grace Farms 5 mins from Glass House 🚗💨 Rolling lawns + free art galleries + tea house 🎨🍵 Serene vibes—ideal for chats and photos with friends! 📍 365 Lukes Wood Rd, New Canaan, CT 🌾 Mead Memorial Park 10 mins by car 🌳🚙 Local fave! Picnic tables, shady trees, and lively energy. Dog-friendly + family spot—watch pups and kids play! 🐕👶 ☀️ Our Picnic Essentials: Avocado toasts, sushi, 🍷 (because ~aesthetic~) Bluetooth speaker + sunscreen + picnic blanket 🎶🌞 Disposable utensils (easy cleanup! 🗑️) Best ingredient? Friends who laugh at everything! 🤣💖 Not just a trip—it’s the life we choose to live. #ParkPicnic #OutdoorDining #EscapeTheCity #NYCLife #NoCeilingsJustSky #SummerVibes #NYCDayTrips #WeekendGetaway