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Winterthur Enchanted Woods: A Fairy-Tale Garden
Discover a whimsical world of fairy-tale charm and natural beauty at Winterthur's Enchanted Woods, a magical garden for imaginative play and family fun.
The Enchanted Woods at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library is a whimsical, three-acre children's garden designed to spark imaginative play. With features like a Faerie Cottage, a giant Bird's Nest, and the Acorn Tearoom, it's a magical space for families to explore.
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A brief summary to Winterthur Enchanted Woods
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Monday
11 am-3 pm
Tuesday
10 am-5 pm
Wednesday
10 am-5 pm
Thursday
10 am-5 pm
Friday
10 am-5 pm
Saturday
10 am-5 pm
Sunday
10 am-5 pm
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Winterthur's Enchanted Woods is a beloved children's garden within the larger Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library estate. This three-acre space, conceived in the late 1990s, offers a sylvan escape designed to ignite the imaginations of budding nature lovers. Unlike typical playgrounds, the Enchanted Woods emphasizes natural beauty and fairy-tale wonder to encourage children's play.
The garden features a variety of enchanting installations. Climb on the standing stones, reminiscent of Celtic ruins. Discover the Faerie Cottage with its thatched roof or relax in the giant Bird's Nest. Explore the Acorn Tearoom, perfect for make-believe tea parties. The Tulip Tree House, crafted from a hollow tulip-poplar trunk, offers a unique hiding place.
The Enchanted Woods is designed with winding footpaths that meander through a grove of old oak trees. The garden's lore suggests that fairies used refuse materials to create this play place for children. The garden provides a magical place for kids to be kids.
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Getting There
Walking
From the Winterthur Visitor Center, follow the marked paths through the garden. The walk to Enchanted Woods is a 10-15 minute stroll uphill. Garden maps are available to guide you. Shuttles are available to accommodate strollers. There is no cost to walk to the Enchanted Woods from the visitor center.
Public Transport
Take a taxi from Wilmington Station to Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library. It is about a 15 minute ride and costs $26-$31. From the visitor center, follow the walking guidance or take the shuttle to the Enchanted Woods.
Driving
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library is located at 5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807. Follow signs for visitor parking. From the parking lot, a walking path leads to the Visitor Center. From there, follow the walking guidance or take the shuttle to the Enchanted Woods. Parking is free.
A brief summary to Winterthur Enchanted Woods
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