Have you ever found yourself surrounded by beautiful butterflies? It’s a rare and magical experience and one that you can enjoy right here in Virginia when you visit the Norfolk Botanical Garden. The aptly-named Butterfly House is an enclosed space filled with aromatic flowers and dazzling butterflies. There might even be one or two that land on you as they flutter by!
The Norfolk Botanical Garden is the largest of its kind in all of Virginia. It’s made up of gorgeous exhibits, meandering trails, and thousands upon thousands of blooms.
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This time of year, many people visit to experience the Butterfly House. No matter your age, you’re bound to be delighted by the educational opportunities and experiences that await.
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Inside the butterfly house, you’ll observe all sorts of nectar-producing flowers that the butterflies love.
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Perhaps the most magical part of all is experiencing the life cycles of these extraordinary creatures. Beginning with eggs on host plants to active caterpillars and finally, winged creatures that can take flight, the process is truly mesmerizing.
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There are guides in the house to ensure that your experience is equal parts insightful and informative.
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The Butterfly House is just part of the larger butterfly exhibit, which also includes a 2.5-acre Butterfly Garden and Butterfly Maze.
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Each summer, Norfolk Botanical Garden also hosts a Butterfly Festival, which includes all sorts of additional festivities and activities for interacting with the magical butterfly population in the garden.
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After your experience at the butterfly exhibits, you can lounge on a bench surrounded by flowers and reflect on your perfect outing. Can you imagine a more magical afternoon?
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Address: 6700 Azalea Garden Rd, Norfolk, VA, 23518
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Admission to the Butterfly House is included in the general admission ticket to the botanical garden. Have you seen this magical attraction at Norfolk Botanical Garden before? We’d love to hear all about it! For more information about the Butterfly House, you can click here.
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