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A serene, formal garden offering extensive varieties of roses, perfect for picnics and peaceful strolls in Raleigh's University Park.

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Rose Garden

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Explore Raleigh's Rose Garden with vast rose varieties, picnic tables, and peaceful strolls. Perfect for dog owners and photographers alike.

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The Rose Garden in Raleigh is a tranquil retreat showcasing a wide variety of roses amidst well-maintained gardens. Visitors can enjoy shaded picnic areas, peaceful walking paths, and exquisite photo opportunities in a setting that also accommodates special events.

What to Expect:

    🌹 Extensive rose varieties with fragrant blooms
    🧺 Picnic tables and shaded grassy areas
    📸 Popular spot for photography and nature lovers
    🐕 Dog-friendly with accessible paved paths

Important Information:

    – Open daily from 6 AM to 8 PM
    – Located near Raleigh Little Theatre with free street parking
    – Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, and restrooms available
    – No public restrooms within the garden
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📍 Local Insights

🌸 Bloom Season: Spring offers the most vibrant and fragrant rose displays, perfect for nature photography.

🧺 Picnic Perks: Several shaded picnic tables provide comfortable spots for lunch or meetings.

🐕 Bring Your Dog: The garden welcomes dogs, making it an enjoyable walk for pet owners.

📅 Event Venue: The garden is a popular choice for weddings and photo shoots, so check for private event schedules before visiting.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 6:00 AM–8:00 PM

Tuesday: 6:00 AM–8:00 PM

Wednesday: 6:00 AM–8:00 PM

Thursday: 6:00 AM–8:00 PM

Friday: 6:00 AM–8:00 PM

Saturday: 6:00 AM–8:00 PM

Sunday: 6:00 AM–8:00 PM

👉 Best For

Nature lovers, families, picnics, photography
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Rose Garden

301 Pogue St
,
Raleigh
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NC
27607

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Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors cherish the Rose Garden's peaceful atmosphere, beautiful variety of roses, and well-maintained grounds. The picnic areas and photographic opportunities receive high praise. Some note the lack of on-site restrooms and occasional pesticide use, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Last updated on
December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Picnic Tables; Dog Friendly; Wheelchair Accessible Entrance; Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot; Wheelchair Accessible Restroom; Trails Access; Free Entry; Good for Kids

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit early mornings or weekday afternoons for the most peaceful experience. Peak visitation is midday on weekends; best for photo shoots and picnics.
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