I've been to the Missouri Botanical Gardens, one o...

I've been to the Missouri Botanical Gardens, one of the top 5 in the world, and expected to be really disappointed in Denver's, since I knew it was much smaller. However, I was pleasantly surprised. Almost every square inch of the property is utilized, and yet when you go from area to area, each is nicely isolated from the other. My favorite places were the large pond in back and the Japanese Garden. While sitting next to the pond, I felt like I was in a remote forest, and it was so relaxing. I love the bamboo structures that floated about. The Japanese garden is serene, as it should be. Then we had a burger at the outdoor restaurant, and it was surprisingly good! We spent 3 hours one afternoon, and it was quite enjoyable.