There is something magical about an indoor butterfly garden that is undeniable. From fluttering little creatures to the beautiful greenery we just love a good butterfly garden. As often as we, here at Only In New York, suggest that you should enjoy the Empire State's great outdoors, there's also something to be said about our indoor attractions. Whether you're looking to beat the heat, avoid a rainy day, escape the cold winter air, or whatever the case may be, it's always a good idea to have an indoor adventure in your back pocket to save for a rainy day! If you're ready to see one of our favorite places, keep scrolling to read about this amazing butterfly house.

Located in Rochester at The Strong Museum, the Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden is incredible to visit - and shaped just like a butterfly!

There is a lot to say about the care and attention to detail an establishment will put into tending to our tiniest of creatures when they go above and beyond to make the structure itself a work of art. The large windows allow plenty of natural light to flood into the space and is a warm and inviting spot for people from all walks of life to enjoy.

Allowing you to escape away to a tropical adventure right here in New York, the Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden happens to be the only indoor butterfly garden in our state that remains open all throughout the year.

What an amazing place to visit on a rainy day, or during a particular cold snap. Stepping into the tropical atmosphere is a welcoming reprieve on a cool day. The moist and humid temperatures are the perfect setting for these butterflies to thrive, which only makes the experience that much more enchanting. This butterfly garden really allows guests to step into their world and watch them fluttering from plant to plant.

Inside the butterfly house, you'll find people of all ages from all around New York State coming to walk amongst hundreds of butterflies.

Nothing brings people together more than the wonder and amazement of these tiny creatures. Life can be so busy that we forget to slow down and take in the intricate details found in something as simple as a butterfly or the smell of fresh tropical plants.

A breathtaking variety of butterflies flutter through these gorgeous gardens, with many of them just waiting to come and land on you!

Another exciting element of the Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden is the fact that there aren't just butterflies here. The garden is also home to turtles, koi fish, a chameleon, and even a Toucan!

Who knew such an exciting garden existed out here in Western New York?

If you've yet to experience New York's only year-round butterfly garden, then don't hesitate any longer to take the trip out to Rochester to enjoy the Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden.

Isn't this an incredible-looking indoor butterfly garden in New York? Have you been to this magical attraction before? Let us know in the comments below about your experience, we would love to hear from you. To find out more the best place to visit is The Strong National Museum Of Play website where you will find the Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden. If you want to stay in the area longer then make sure you check out some places to stay in the area with our friends over at Hotels.com.

Address: 1 Manhattan Square Drive, Rochester, NY, 14607

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