Serre de la Madone

Truly hidden gem! Beautiful garden with lots of rare plants and unique landscapes. I didn't expect to see the garden designed by Lawrence Jhonston in South France! If you have an interest in garden history this is the place for you.

These gardens are in a state of significant disrepair. More has been spent on the brochure than the upkeep of the gardens. Disappointing.

I think this place was magical, visited April 2022 and I was touched by its calmness and beauty.

Serre de la Madone is a beautiful botanical garden located in the Alpes-Maritimes region of France, near the town of Menton. Established in the 1920s by the plant collector and horticulturist Lawrence Johnston, the garden is known for its diverse collection of plants from various regions of the world, particularly those that thrive in Mediterranean climates. The garden features a variety of themed areas, paths, and terraces that showcase both native and exotic plants. It's a popular spot for visitors who appreciate horticulture, garden design, and the stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The garden is also part of the "Jardins de la Côte d'Azur" and attracts many tourists and gardening enthusiasts each year. If you're interested in visiting or learning more, let me know!

Me and my family had a lovely day at the garden. The tour was really nice, and our guide C provided detail in both French and English which was much appreciated! The toilets at the reception are nice and clean.

A beautiful ancient garden. So charming and quiet. Recommended.

Interesting collection plants. Probably best to visit early summer. Friendly and helpful staff. Nice and shady.

Total waste of time and money. It seems that the garden has not been taken care of for decades, which is really sad because at some point of time it must have been beautiful. The hostess was plain rude to us and hardly spoke English, and 10 euro per ticket is ridiculously overpriced. Even if it was free of charge, I don't think it's something worth spending your time on.