BEn'S TRAVEL BLOG

The National Botanic Gardens outside Dublin is so worth the $0 entrance fee! Enjoy endless walking paths, greenhouses, statues, and flowers.

The Downtown Reno Public Library is a literal jungle. This gorgeous library is filled with plants and makes for a wonderful workspace.

Turin's Parco del Valentino is a great place to enjoy views of the River Po. It also features a Medieval Village and a gorgeous fountain.

The oldest bonsai in the world is over 1,000 years old! It currently lives in the Crespi Bonsai Museum outside Milan, Italy, and I saw it.

Just over an hour north of Milan is the picturesque Lake Maggiore. Isola Bella houses a gorgeous palace and gardens. It's the perfect spot.

The Parco Biblioteca degli Alberi Milan is a gem in Milan's trendy Isola district with great views of surrounding modern architecture.

The Parco Durazzo Pallavicini is one of the best parks in Liguria if not Italy. Located in Pegli, it's a great half-day trip from Genova.

Tucked away in the heart of Genova, the Villetta di Negro is a small park with big charm, including a waterfall and great views of the city.

Milan's Brera Botanical Garden is a free-admission garden tucked away in the center of Milan. Spend an hour - it's well worth a visit!