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You Must Visit Connecticut’s Stunning Tunnel Of Flowers Before Spring Is Over

Elizabeth Park in West Hartford, Connecticut, offers a lush garden with multiple flower tunnels, making it a perfect spring destination for families and romantics.

Published Apr 11, 2017

Written by 

Taylor Ellis

After a long winter, the best way to celebrate the spring season is with a trip to a lush, vibrant garden. Elizabeth Park fits that criteria, and offers 102 acres of historical land. The on-site Pond House Cafe is a great stop for a relaxed lunch, so you could easily spend an afternoon here. With so many roses, it's also a hot spot for romantics. See for yourself:

Welcome to the tunnel of flowers at Elizabeth Park. There are so many roses in this garden that it costs the park $75,000 to maintain them!

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The feeling you get when your walking under these arbors is pure happiness. Bring the whole family and weave in and out as you discover the many shades and types.

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And this isn't the only tunnel either. There are multiple tunnels to disocover, along with various paths and panoramic views.

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Have you ever walked beneath a flower tunnel? Now' she your chance!

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Elizabeth Park is located at 1561 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, Connecticut 06117.

For another stunning, and natural attraction, check out the state's other hidden underpass: The Tunnel of Trees.

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