Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park

I mean honestly I've been trying to finally visit for up to a year now. So glad I finally went! If you are to go, I'd definitely suggest going in the spring/summer to get the full experience of the foliage. I thought it would be more vibrant, covered in flowers, etc. But you can't really control the weather and how plants grow! Other than that, I spent about 3 hours there, and it was worth every second. Everything was so informative and the volunteers were so sweet and helpful. The Cafe was so cute! The food was delicious! Would 100% go again!

My wife, her grandma and I went for an hour and a half trip to Sonnenberg on a Saturday afternoon. They had a wedding scheduled and we were given this information when we arrive to buy our tickets. We decided it was worth it to pop in for a bit. The shuttle driver was a very nice man, who helped us with grandma’s walker to make sure it would ride to the mansion without any problems. Once there, we toured the downstairs and had just enough time to loop the upstairs, near the back gardens before it was time to go. It was my first time inside the mansion and it’s a truly stunning place! Kim was the tour guide in the mansion who chatted with us about the different rooms and different events that have happened at Sonnenberg over the years. We enjoyed seeing and taking photos of the historic home. I was left in awe so many times. As we waited for the shuttle to bring us back to the parking lot, we did a quick walk around the Four Seasons Garden. It’s so beautiful inside and out! We will definitely be back for a longer visit next time!

Wow wow wow! Even on its off season this place is so whimsical! It is like being transported to another place and time in the world. A great place to escape reality for a bit and just enjoy the luxury of the gardens and the beauty of the mansion. Seeing a simply glamorous way of life that is kept by the most adorable, sweetest volunteers. Everyone was incredible. This place is magic. Go there to seek peace, love and beauty.

Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion in Canandaigua is one of the most beautiful venues I’ve ever photographed!! It’s tucked right in the Finger Lakes and feels like stepping into a historic estate.. the mansion, the gardens, the greenhouse paths… every part of it is so stunning! The Sonnenberg team was so kind and easy to work with, and the day just felt seamless from start to finish. You can tell they truly care about creating an amazing experience for their couples and guests. As a wedding photographer, I loved how much variety there was for portraits, the light, the colors, and the scenery were a dream! It’s one of those places that makes you fall in love with what you do all over again. I’d go back to Sonnenberg in a heartbeat!! Lindsey Robinson Photography | WNY Travel Wedding Photographer

We visited in September when most of the flowers were on the opposite end of looking beautiful and it was still amazing. Wonderful walking paths and just gorgeous scenery to look at all around. Staff were amazing as well and the golf cart drivers were always there offering a ride and the staff in the mansion itself were very knowledgeable and quick to answer any questions. Wonderful place!

This was our first time visiting the gardens. We were a group of 11 from Connecticut. This is a beautiful garden. We truly enjoyed ourselves having a stroll.

This is such a beautiful park! It's pretty massive too! If you are ever looking for a park to go to and spend the day in Sonnenberg is it! I recently had taken Tyler and Ashley's post elopement photos at the Gardens and I love how their turned out! You have different types of gardens that make for stunning backdrops!

Really interesting story of this couple. The place was clean and really gave you the feel of early 1900’s. Wonderful place to take school aged kids. The gift store was just amazing with lots of things for anyone. Had a blast. Stayed for about 3 hours. Highly recommend the strawberry banana smoothie at the cafe!!! So delicious