Planting Fields Arboretum

Category: Arboretum

Address: 1395 Planting Fields Rd, Oyster Bay, NY 11771, USA

Phone: +15169229210

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–5PM

Monday: 9AM–5PM

Tuesday: 9AM–5PM

Wednesday: 9AM–5PM

Thursday: 9AM–5PM

Friday: 9AM–5PM

Saturday: 9AM–5PM

Reviews

Jerry LaMadrid

Jun 25, 2022

Wonderful place to enjoy a walk. The grounds are meticulously maintained and full of beautiful flowers and old growth trees. There are meandering paths that will take you through wild colored flowers. There are lots of places to sit back and take in the silence of a secret garden.

Kundan Sen

May 2, 2022

Nice little arboretum - clean, well maintained., enough parking. Cherry and magnolias were in bloom when we went. Family friendly 1.5 mile trail on AllTrails is a good way to walk at your own pace and enjoy the outdoors. 3 stars dinged as staff was adamant and incessant about needing permits to take photos on consumer-grade digital cameras. I clearly understand the need for professional photographers to take permits, but one little digital camera on the neck and you are treated as a professional - that's a bit much. More so in today's day and age when most cell phones take incredible photos. Even the immensely larger Brooklyn and New York Botanic Gardens do not have such high-handed enforcement of arbitrary photography rules.

Sara Swinehart

Mar 17, 2022

One of my favorite places in long island! Grounds are free to explore, but the mansion costs extra. Make sure you visit the camillia house- super beautiful in full bloom in February!

S W

Jan 3, 2022

We had a magical day at this Arboretum. Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! So inspiring. Makes me want to get my garden at home in shape. I loved every moment. The greenhouses are arranged so beautifully and it’s the best arboretum/botanical garden I’ve been to in several states.

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Questions & Answers

Are there any concerts at the arboretum this summer

Judith Stein | Jan 10, 2019
David S | Jan 11, 2019

Yes

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Di5es it cost anything to walk around?

Jackie Gallagher | Jan 10, 2019
Kevin Howley | Jan 11, 2019

Planting Fields has an $8 per car fee every day, from April 1st to Labor Day. After Labor Day, the fee only applies to weekend visits. During the winter season, admission is free.

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Is there a discount on parking fees or any other fee for senior citizens?

Sonia Hudes | Jan 10, 2019
Nancy C. | Jan 11, 2019

Not sure about that but you can buy an annual Empire State Pass for discount

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Does the park still open on rainy days ?

Adamaris Ventura Sanchez | Jan 10, 2018
M Scotto | Jan 11, 2018

Yes, no pets allowed, not sure if Coe Hall is open, but the grounds are still beautiful to walk around.

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Do you have a gift shop?

Jo Calizzi | Jul 13, 2021
Ash B | Jul 14, 2021

They do!!

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Hi this was my mom favorite place, she has just passed and I’ve been thinking of holding a small 20 person celebration of life there 🌸🌸😇🌸🌸 Can we just come with blankets n meet under a tree? Or do we need to schedule with them ?

Lisa Kay | Jun 13, 2021
David Bishop | Jun 14, 2021

First of all, my condolences on your Mother's passing. I would call them just to confirm, but I was there on Mother's Day weekend and it was almost empty. I'm sure that they would be happy to have 20 people celebrating your Mom whenever you can make it over there.

Do you need reservations?

Esther Kirschbaum | Jan 9, 2021
Mitchell Rosen | Jan 10, 2021

We were there about two weeks ago and did not need reservations. It was a beautiful day and it was not at all crowded.

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Do you have picnic area or benches?

Rimma Fishman | Jan 9, 2021
Kristin Norton | Jan 10, 2021

Yes but the fields are expansive with trees you can sit under that provide nice shade. If you bring a blanket you'll be set!

Is there a way to get there from Manhattan without a car?

Holly Santor | Jan 10, 2019
TinyPaul101 | Jan 11, 2019

You could take the LIRR to the Syosset train station and take a cab to the Planting Field as there is a cab company right there. Also it's about 15 mins by car from the station.

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Can you picnic there

Diane C. | Jan 10, 2019
bryan greifinger | Jan 11, 2019

but no place to cook

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Are pets allowed

Dimelo My Ni | Jan 10, 2019
Alex Kotlik | Jan 11, 2019

No

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When is the arbor Day celebration for 2022?

CHRIS PETERSEN | Nov 10, 2021
Scott Albers | Nov 11, 2021

I have no idea. Probably on arbor day, whenever that is.

Are you pet friendly

Dianna Davis | Oct 11, 2021
Marlene Glazer | Oct 12, 2021

I saw many dogs

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What does it cost to get in?

David Peterle | Sep 11, 2021
A- OK | Sep 12, 2021

$8.00 per car

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Can you join a hiking club at the arboretum. Is there a fee. I need suggestions for a gift for someone who is retiring and likes to hike and garden. Any suggestions

Patricia Turchi | Sep 11, 2021
A- OK | Sep 12, 2021

The entrance fee for parking is $8.00 per vehicle. No fee for number of people.

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Do you have maps of the trails? I was lost with my wife on the trail and we spent 2 hours to get out on the Golf Club next to Arboretum with the gate closed to the Arboretum. Had to walk 2 miles on highway around to come back on the Parking lot.

George Bernshteyn | Aug 12, 2021
Frank DeMartino | Aug 13, 2021

There r maps at main building. When ever walking in woods with no map pay attention to which side of body sun is on to get back make sure sun is primarily on opposite side . No what direction sun rises and sets

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Is the restaurant open today?

Elsie Service | Aug 12, 2021
joseph | Aug 13, 2021

You need to call 📞 them directly

is there a BBQ place?

Simon Belenkiy | Jul 13, 2021
Lia Heintjes | Jul 14, 2021

Nope, there is a Cafe though

Are the plants and trees there labeled? I would like to come and study them for tree identification.

Lexi Christensen | Jun 13, 2021
Harold Bachmann | Jun 14, 2021

Yes, very educational.

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Are dogs allowed?

A Google User | Jun 13, 2021
Harry D | Jun 14, 2021

No only are dogs not allowed, but in the 7 years of me going there, I have never seen a dog. Now of course if you have a pocket or toy dog that you always carry, no one will most likely say anything.

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When is the opening date?

Gerald Salemi | Apr 14, 2021
William O'Reilly | Apr 15, 2021

Always open greenhouse open 11-1 thus-sun

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Of all kinds of trees and species does Planting field Arboratum has Soap bark tree? Or the scientific name" Quillaja saponaris."

Elsie Service | Jan 9, 2021
Nicole LoCurto | Jan 10, 2021

They have a map on their web page of the plantings and where to find them, that might help.

Can we bring a small dog?

Louise Levine | Jan 9, 2021
J Santiago | Jan 10, 2021

Only if it is a service animal.

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how much is admission

evelyn zambrano gomez | Jan 9, 2021
Ben C. | Jan 10, 2021

After September 7, it's free on weekdays.

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Are you open on labor day?

Jason Heiser | Jan 9, 2021
Arthur Russell | Jan 10, 2021

Im just a visitor as well. And Test they are open everyday through November. However I do suggest that you review their Policies. They are a very picky bunch of people lol. Be prepared to pay an admission fee. But worth every minute of your visit

Are there a lot of bees around this time of year? My boys are allergic.

EMILY CAPOBIANCO | Jan 9, 2021
Phil Sachs | Jan 10, 2021

We were there this weekend and heard 2 very large overhead swarms/hives in the trees. Pretty intimidating. Also saw a drone bee in the bathrooms. Be safe

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Is open to visit ?

Jose Moreno | Jan 9, 2021
Brian Zeiders | Jan 10, 2021

Yes but only to half capacity. Once park hits half capacity they close it down until enough people leave. Then they reopen it if they are able to. My advice, get there early. We got there at 12 noon and got in without an issue. But as more people find out, it may crowd up faster. Enjoy.

Is this free for the public? Do you have to buy any tickets or anything to get in ?

Tanzina H | Jan 9, 2021
David Bergman | Jan 10, 2021

Depends on the time of the year

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I want to take pictures for my wedding, I can’t seem to each anyone over the phone. Can anyone help ?

Eli Kay | Jan 10, 2020
J.R. Martin | Jan 11, 2020

You need to have permission / permit from the administrator to take formal pictures

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Can we do bbq here ? We r like 25 people..

Ekramul Haque | Jan 10, 2020
Jose Antonio Quiñones | Jan 11, 2020

I think you can't but try calling the Office

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Is there a play this Summer?

Patricia Navarra | Jan 10, 2020
R. Drew Davis | Jan 11, 2020

See: https://plantingfields.org/event-calendar/ for scheduled events.

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Is it okay to have picnic on grounds?

Yasmine Pratt | Jan 10, 2020
Paul Von Rosk | Jan 11, 2020

Lovely grounds for a picnic.

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Is there admission fee or fee for park?

Tony G. Yi | Jan 10, 2020
Shahid Bashar | Jan 11, 2020

Yes there is a $20 park entrance fee that's about it for the whole day and it's beautiful. Hope that helped

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do you allow wheel Chairs

MaryAnn Soehl | Jan 10, 2020
R. Drew Davis | Jan 11, 2020

Yes, but the greenhouses do have some narrow aisles and an occasional step up or down. Still plenty to see, but realistically, you won't be able to go everywhere.

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What are the dates for the Mai Coe exhibit?

Jeannette Newman | Jan 10, 2020
Brian Murray | Jan 11, 2020

Check with website...not sure

is the park open in memorial day/

Lev Estrin | Jan 10, 2020
Paul Oh | Jan 11, 2020

There will be a Parking fee about $12

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When and who is performing

Barry Bunkin | Jan 10, 2020
Dhongi Grps | Jan 11, 2020

Ed sheeran

Is the Park open on Mother’s Day

Margie Sconzo | Jan 10, 2020
J. (Fleur) | Jan 11, 2020

Yes, the park is open for Mother's & Father's Day every year. It's very popular.

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Is the park open to the public for a photography permit in March, March 9th Saturday if I should happen to come in

Joseph L. Cinematographer/Photographer | Jan 10, 2020
Danny Pham | Jan 11, 2020

It is open to public. I come in with my clients many time just pay parking at the gate. You can get permit at the parking lot. They running around to make sure you pay :)

Do they ever close the gates at night? I know buildings won't be open but can I walk around the grounds after they close?

Alec | Jan 10, 2020
Val Yaloz | Jan 11, 2020

Yes, gates are closed at night. You can check hours of operations on their website.

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Are the restrooms open year round

Gina Varlack | Jan 10, 2019
Andrew Marsico | Jan 11, 2019

Yes

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Can you take pictues

shoma jaipersaud | Jan 10, 2019
Jon Colt | Jan 11, 2019

Yes you can take as many pictures as you want! I recommend it

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Will the park open on Columbus day 10/8

Ge Yifan | Jan 10, 2019
Nimajus Bagdonavicius | Jan 11, 2019

It doesn't close for days like that.

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I have youth group planning to be there this Saturday 01/09/2018, is it a nice place for us to play football and other games regardless we pay the entrance?

Yeah Kenyan | Jan 10, 2019
Marynita Anderson | Jan 11, 2019

It is not a public park. It is a great place to walk and enjoy the scenery.

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Coast to get in??

Steven Bagnasco | Jan 10, 2019
Walter Miguel | Jan 11, 2019

Free with empire pass

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Are there bike trails throughout the arboretum?

M Vaz | Jan 10, 2019
Kwon Mei | Jan 11, 2019

Bikes are not allowed in this park.

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Can kids ride bike cycles?

Erica Present | Jan 10, 2019
Martin G Miller | Jan 11, 2019

Lots of nice hiking trails, but no bikes.

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Can ou bring your own food to eat at this park?

Darryl Lasso | Jan 10, 2019
M K | Jan 11, 2019

Absolutely

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Do I need a fee or permit to have a photo shoot here?

Rose Vicari | Jan 10, 2018
Anna Dash | Jan 11, 2018

I've done small photoshoots there, and didn't need a permit. If you need a certain area to be free of human traffic, you may need one. But usually you don't.

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Is there anyway possible they can stay open past 5pm? Getting married September . 3rd n our mass finishes at 5 pm n need a beautiful place to take pics but this place never answers n mailbox is always full n they close at 5pm. . Help please????

Raymond Manning | Jan 10, 2018
Scott Zaks Radio Hour | Jan 11, 2018

My best guess is that you should drive there and ask.

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