Geis Terrace
Gather at Cleveland’s most gorgeous venue.
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Host all your get-togethers and garden parties on the welcoming Geis Terrace. It’s the perfect spot for an al fresco lunch with family or happy hour with friends. Seasonal plantings provide an ever-changing atmosphere and feed delicious conversations.
Things to Discover
William E. Conway Family Reflecting pool | The centerpiece of this space is the 74 foot-long William E. Conway Family Reflecting pool which is filled with crowd-pleasing aquatic varieties of plants like painterly water lilies and majestic lotuses.
In summer, this area hosts many tropical plants and the latest botanical fashions. | Palms, lime trees, birds of paradise and other tropical delights suggest a refreshing paradise.
The Terrace is also your portal to the other gardens. | The Restorative, Herb and Rose gardens are just steps away.
Kohl Gate On-edge | Sculpture by renowned American sculptor Albert Paley – Terrace Alleé. The gate is a salute to our biome botany, installed in 2004 shortly after the biomes opened. Inspect it in-person, and you’ll be fascinated by fanciful interpretations of traveler palm, Panama-hat palm, philodendron, |
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Sculpture by renowned American sculptor Albert Paley – Terrace Alleé. The gate is a salute to our biome botany, installed in 2004 shortly after the biomes opened. Inspect it in-person, and you’ll be fascinated by fanciful interpretations of traveler palm, Panama-hat palm, philodendron, lobster-claw and more.
Here’s more to explore at Cleveland Botanical Garden
CK Patrick Perennial Garden
Our ever-changing path indulges your senses with a collage of hues and textures. One day you might spy a group of towering foxtail lilies, and a month later come across... more
Hershey Children’s Garden
Children can become immersed in hands-on activities like: The Hershey Children’s Garden was one of the first of its kind in the country when it opened in 1999, and it... more
Inspiration Gardens
Meander through this dedicated section of gardens and find new ways to incorporate more lush beauty into your own landscaping. more
Costa Rica Glasshouse
Our towering trees, ever-blooming shrubs, and rich vegetation offer a lovely, tropical retreat. In this area, bromeliads, delicate orchids, and lush vines cling to every surface. Our avocado, coffee, papaya,... more
Western Reserve Herb Garden
The area is laid out as a formal knot garden, just like you’d see in England, and is home to over 3,500 herbs and plants, spread through several themed sections: The... more
Return of the Butterflies
Enter a world of tropical butterflies, beginning April 1, 2026! A fan favorite returns with a burst of color: Return of the Butterflies at the Cleveland Botanical Garden. Step into... more
Artwork on Display
Current artwork on display as of April 2026 Birdsong (April 11 – July 5) Birdsong is a vibrant, community‑driven public art experience that brings creativity into unexpected places. More than... more
The Garden Store
Our carefully curated collection features original, one-of-a-kind, and locally made gifts and garden goods that change with the seasons—and that you won’t find anywhere else. Our friendly staff is always... more
Woodland Garden
You’ll be joined by butterflies, songbirds, and wildflowers as you explore our most informal and expansive retreat. This forest offers year-round enchantment, but feels especially magical when you visit in... more
