Tours
90-minute public tours are given by docents on Sundays from late April until early November. Tours will alternately focus on history and gardens. Additionally, our president will lead premium tours one Sunday every month. (see below for schedule). Tours will start near the parking lot.
History tour: This tour highlights the history of the estate from its origin in 1862, through each of its three owners, emphasizing its world famous heyday in the Untermyer years, its dramatic decline after 1940, and the remarkable restoration efforts that have been ongoing from 2010 to the present day. There will be an emphasis on Samuel Untermyer and his wife and their place in early 20th century history as well as discussion of the remarkable architecture of the gardens. There will be some limited discussion of the horticulture but the magnificent plantings will mostly speak for themselves.
Gardens tour: This tour covers the history in somewhat less detail, but includes discussion of the architecture, elements of garden design in general and of this garden in particular, and identification and discussion of numerous plants and plant combinations.
President's tour: Stephen F. Byrns, who is an architect and the founder and President of the Untermyer Gardens Conservancy leads this monthly tour. He is a fount of in depth knowledge on the history of the property, on Samuel Untermyer and his historical milieu, on the architecture, especially the Indo-Persian Walled Garden and on his vision for the future of this Landmark restoration.
There is a $10 fee for each individual on the tour and $25/individual on the President's Tour. Please join us near the 945 North Broadway Parking lot for a 90 minute tour of the gardens. No reservations are required. Children twelve and under are free. As the tour goes down the steps of the Vista and then back up a woodland path to the Temple of Love, we suggest sturdy shoes. Strollers are not advised for the tours.
Private tours: 90-minute private tours are available with a focus on history or horticulture and can be tailored to your group's interests and needs. Please contact us at jbernard@untermyergardens.org to discuss arrangements.
Dogs other than service animals are not permitted in the park at any time.
Commercial and professional photography requires a permit from the City of Yonkers. Call (914) 377-6450 for more information.
History tour: This tour highlights the history of the estate from its origin in 1862, through each of its three owners, emphasizing its world famous heyday in the Untermyer years, its dramatic decline after 1940, and the remarkable restoration efforts that have been ongoing from 2010 to the present day. There will be an emphasis on Samuel Untermyer and his wife and their place in early 20th century history as well as discussion of the remarkable architecture of the gardens. There will be some limited discussion of the horticulture but the magnificent plantings will mostly speak for themselves.
Gardens tour: This tour covers the history in somewhat less detail, but includes discussion of the architecture, elements of garden design in general and of this garden in particular, and identification and discussion of numerous plants and plant combinations.
President's tour: Stephen F. Byrns, who is an architect and the founder and President of the Untermyer Gardens Conservancy leads this monthly tour. He is a fount of in depth knowledge on the history of the property, on Samuel Untermyer and his historical milieu, on the architecture, especially the Indo-Persian Walled Garden and on his vision for the future of this Landmark restoration.
There is a $10 fee for each individual on the tour and $25/individual on the President's Tour. Please join us near the 945 North Broadway Parking lot for a 90 minute tour of the gardens. No reservations are required. Children twelve and under are free. As the tour goes down the steps of the Vista and then back up a woodland path to the Temple of Love, we suggest sturdy shoes. Strollers are not advised for the tours.
Private tours: 90-minute private tours are available with a focus on history or horticulture and can be tailored to your group's interests and needs. Please contact us at jbernard@untermyergardens.org to discuss arrangements.
Dogs other than service animals are not permitted in the park at any time.
Commercial and professional photography requires a permit from the City of Yonkers. Call (914) 377-6450 for more information.
Guided tours will introduce Samuel Untermyer the man, the lawyer, the activist and his grand gardens including:
The Walled Garden
Persian style gardens and canals surrounded by Greek architecture, adorned with intricate mosaic panels, and punctuated with Paul Manship sculpture.
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The Vista
Descending 135 steps from the Walled Garden, past the ruins of the Color Gardens, leading to ancient Roman columns that frame views of the Hudson River.
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The Temple of Love
A romantic, naturalistic rock outcropping with cantilevered terraces, winding steps and water courses, originally subtended by pools and streams.
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Our tour season begins in late April and ends in early November.
Click here to view the 2019 Tour Schedule.
Click here to view the 2019 Tour Schedule.
Open to The Public
Park Hours:
Untermyer Park and Gardens is open from 7am until sunset every day. The Walled Garden is closed on a small number of major holidays listed below.
There is no entry fee for the gardens. Dogs are not allowed with the exception of service animals which are always welcome.
Walled Garden Hours:
The Walled Garden is open from 7am until sunset seven days a week with the exception of the following holidays when it is closed: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Lincoln's & Washington's birthdays, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
If there is significant snow or ice on the grounds, the Walled Garden will be closed.
Professional or Commercial Photography or Events: information on permits may be found on the Yonkers Parks Department Website or by calling (914) 377-6450.
Untermyer Park and Gardens is open from 7am until sunset every day. The Walled Garden is closed on a small number of major holidays listed below.
There is no entry fee for the gardens. Dogs are not allowed with the exception of service animals which are always welcome.
Walled Garden Hours:
The Walled Garden is open from 7am until sunset seven days a week with the exception of the following holidays when it is closed: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Lincoln's & Washington's birthdays, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
If there is significant snow or ice on the grounds, the Walled Garden will be closed.
Professional or Commercial Photography or Events: information on permits may be found on the Yonkers Parks Department Website or by calling (914) 377-6450.