The Botanic Garden is known for its great size, thanks to its 26 gardens. "It's kind of monumental," said Kris Jarantoski, executive vice president.
Courtesy Chicago Botanic Garden
Waterfront Park, Portland, Oregon —
The central lawn area in the 30-acre Tom McCall Waterfront Park is a main attraction alongside its fountains, sculptures and connecting paths.
Courtesy Portland Parks and Recreation
Washington Park, Denver —
Washington Park is used by more than 1 million visitors each year. Its two lakes are among its strongest features, said Jeff Green, the Denver parks system communications director.
Courtesy Dennis Johnson
Bienville Square, Mobile, Alabama —
Designated a public space since 1824, Bienville Square features live oaks and a central fountain dating to 1890 that honors physician Dr. George Ketchum, who brought potable water to Mobile.
Courtesy Bert Hoffman
Buffalo Bayou, Houston —
Buffalo Bayou's history as a Houston park dates back to 1910. Today it is known as "Houston's Central Park" and is enjoyed by visitors as much from the water as it is from the land.
Courtesy Dennis Johnson
Cesar Chavez Plaza, Sacramento, California —
The APA had been looking to highlight Cesar Chavez Plaza before, but waited until it finished a recent renovation.
Courtesy City of Sacramento
Ritter Park, Huntington, West Virginia —
Ritter Park's nationally renowned rose garden was designed in 1934 and includes more than 3,500 plants.
Courtesy Morrison Studios
Chicago Union Station, Chicago —
Designed by architect Daniel Burnham, the station opened in 1925. One highlight is a 219-foot, barrel-vaulted skylight.
Courtesy Jeff Brown/All Events Photography
Jackson Square, New Orleans —
New Orleans' St. Louis Cathedral, on Chartres Street, is one of the biggest sights from Jackson Square.
Courtesy Jeniece Black/New Orleans Department of Parks and Parkways
Village Green, Bar Harbor, Maine —
The Green's 17th-century tiered Italian fountain, with 21 spigots, was restored in 1992 by sculptor Clark Fitz-Gerald.
