A fluttering butterfly is a lovely sight. But hundreds of fluttering butterflies? That’s downright mesmerizing! Luckily, you can see for yourself with a visit to Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin. A unique day trip destination, it’s home to the state’s largest butterfly house. The grounds also include a maze, which is shaped like a monarch butterfly, of course. Take a look:

Located in Appleton, Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin operates seasonally. It will open for the 2020 season on June 1st.

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The highlight of Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin is definitely the butterfly hoop house, which is the biggest in the state.

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Home to over 200 colorful butterflies, entering the butterfly house is a magical experience, to say the least.

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It’s filled with various species of butterflies, including the well-known monarch butterfly.

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While in the butterfly house, you’ll have plenty of chances to interact with the butterflies…and snap a few pictures, so be sure to have a camera handy.

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But it’s not just butterflies visitors can get close-up views of. At Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin, you’ll get to see the entire life cycle of butterflies.

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In addition to the butterfly house, the grounds include a gift shop as well as a 2-acre butterfly-shaped maze.

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The entire maze can be seen from a viewing bridge, which is perfect for those who’d like a butterfly’s-eye view before attempting to navigate it.

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It’s also a great spot to simply soak in the idyllic surroundings.

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Last year, nearly 5,000 people visited Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin - and with so much to offer, it’s easy to see why!

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Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin is scheduled to open for the 2020 season on June 1st. For more information, call (920) 475-0777. You can also visit the Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin website or Facebook page.

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Did you know about Wisconsin’s largest butterfly house? Have you ever visited Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin? If so, what’d you think? Tell us in the comments section.

 

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Address: 2550 WI-47, Appleton, WI 54913, USA