Luthy Botanical Garden

We had our May wedding here and chose the learning circle for our ceremony. It was beautiful! The staff was very helpful and communicated often. We built and used a little gazebo and our guests were shaded from the sun at 3pm. We couldn't if been happier or chosen a better outdoor location decoration wasn't even needed!
5 8 years ago (02-06-2018)

A wonderful asset to the community.beautuful walks.education programs events.Bob is friendly ,knowledgeable. Have always had a good experience there
5 8 years ago (23-05-2018)

My wife and I had a really nice romantic stroll, the people are extremely knowledgeable and it was a lot of fun. A real hidden gem in Peoria!
5 8 years ago (23-05-2018)

The Luthy Botanical Garden is a nice size--not so big that it will wear you out, but with plenty to see. Still, your experience may vary depending on the season and the weather. There is a gazebo and a few shade trees, but on a hot day you might be miserable. There are a few benches scattered throughout. Depending on the time of year, there may not be much in bloom. There is a lot of grass lawn area in the middle, but some pretty landscaping if you go​ around the outside. The greenhouse is pretty cool in and of itself, and one time I saw an accordion ensemble play Christmas songs there. I always like the birds of paradise. Fortunately, the garden returned to a donation-based entry instead of the fee they had put in place for a few years, but the shop is gone. There is some sculpture scattered throughout the gardens, and I believe many of the sculptures are​ for sale.
4 9 years ago (31-10-2017)

Beautiful. My daughter originally wanted her wedding here.
5 8 years ago (08-05-2018)