9 Picture-Perfect Gardens Around the World

Rarely do we think of “botanical” and “desert” in the same phrase. For more than 70 years, the Desert Botanical Garden has shown the world the unique beauty of dry terrain.

This list wouldn’t be complete without a nod to Holland’s most famous tulip garden. Known as “The Garden of Europe,” come springtime Keukenhof boasts seven million blooms.

We’re about to get deep: Most everything in this garden is an artistic reflection of the universe and how we came to be. Created by architect Charles Jencks, this one is a celebration of nature, art, design and whimsy. Oh, and it’s open only one day a year.

Visit the place that inspired some of the most famous paintings in the world. Monet was passionate about gardens and worked tirelessly to design and build his own. Despite hiring seven master gardeners, Monet called the shots at his Normandy location.

This six-acre UNESCO World Heritage Site is separated into four uniquely designed sections: North, South, East and West. Why settle for just seeing one, though? Walk along the corridor that connects the sections and appreciate the calligraphy-lined walls as you stroll. 

Explore the rugged beauty of South African flora at this botanical garden, where sweeping lawns and exotic plants are set against the misty backdrop of Table Mountain.

The Biltmore Estate is about as close to an American palace as it gets, and its gardens do not disappoint. Built by G.W. Vanderbilt, it’s a monument to the Golden Age but with way more colors.

One of the world's most famous gardens, Sissinghurst has served many purposes, from being the grand estate of many a prominent family to serving as the home base for the women's land army and as a prison in the 1700s.  

Home to the highly Pinnable Fontana dell’Ovato,the gardens at Villa d’Este have been blooming since the Italian Renaissance. Marble nymphs, luxurious fountains and mosaics will guide you on your way.