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New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill is the premier wedding venue located in central Massachusetts – just 45 miles from Boston and 10 miles from Worcester, Massachusetts. With many areas to choose from at this location, this venue is ideal for any type of wedding. They have picturesque views of their grounds, as well as an elegant interior. The staff at NEBG at Tower Hill is devoted to making sure everything goes perfectly on your wedding day.

Facilities and Capacity
NEBG at Tower Hill can accommodate up to 120 guests during our peak-season, which runs from late-May through early-September. The locations include:

  • Secret Garden or Lawn Garden are ideal for your ceremony, with an inclement weather backup option
  • Winter Garden or Great Hall are fantastic for cocktail hours
  • Orangerie, for an elegant reception in our 18th century-like glass conservatory


Services Offered
NEBG at Tower Hill offers the following services:

  • Cleanup and setup assistance
  • Event coordination
  • Liability insurance
  • Wireless internet


Location
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill is in Boylston, Massachusetts. This venue services Boston, Worcester, New England, and beyond.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$7,250

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$5,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,000

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$35

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

30

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Garden
Museum
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Outside Cake

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September

What months are included in your off-peak season?

February
March
April

Reviews of New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill

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New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill offers stunning, well-kept gardens and conservatory spaces ideal for photos. Reviewers praised the professional, responsive staff and smooth coordination, with flexible indoor rain plans and accessibility support. Catering was praised and most said the experience justified the cost for intimate weddings.

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New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill offers stunning, well-kept gardens and conservatory spaces ideal for photos. Reviewers praised the professional, responsive staff and smooth coordination, with flexible indoor rain plans and accessibility support. Catering was praised and most said the experience justified the cost for intimate weddings.

Charlotte
Charlotte Sent on 05/13/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Small 30 person wedding

We had a LOVELY time getting married at the New England Botanic Garden! Amelia was so responsive to all of my questions and requests - it was a perfect day. The garden was beautiful - we got married in the Orangerie greenhouse and it was beautiful and full of plants (what more could you want!). Would definitely recommend this venue
Sierra
Sierra Sent on 02/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Intimate Orchid Wedding in February

We just got married at NEBG and had a wonderful time. After we did our initial tour we opted to do an indoor wedding during the colder season, that way we wouldn't have to worry about rain moving us indoors. Our wedding was during the orchids after dark event and the conservatories were so beautifully decorated. I cannot recommend it enough for a small wedding! (and being in the wedding off season meant we weren't competing with bigger weddings when it came to vendors)

Amelia was so helpful in getting the details right, answering all our questions, and in helping things go smoothly even when we were running late to the venue.
S
Sarah Sent on 01/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue

I had not been to NEBG prior to looking for a wedding venue. The venue is beautiful and has so much to offer. We live just over an hour away and have visited many times in the last year to enjoy the gardens and events. For our small wedding ceremony, we appreciated the reasonable pricing and flexible options (we expected to have a smaller guest count but weren’t yet certain exactly what we wanted that to look like when we booked so it was great to know we had options). What sets NEBG apart for weddings, though, is its staff. They were responsive, knowledgeable, and accommodating throughout the process and on the day. They always followed through such that our expectations were met and exceeded every step of the way. I cannot recommend NEBG and its staff highly enough!
Taylor
Taylor Sent on 11/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Halloween Wedding

Amelia was there to help us every step of the way. NEBG truly made our day special. NEBG truly made our ceremony special. The orangerie was the perfect place to say I DO! I will continue to renew our memberships in the future. Can’t think of a more beautiful place in Massachusetts.
Trish
Trish Sent on 10/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue and lovely wedding staff team

My husband and I had our very small (15 people) wedding ceremony at Tower Hill in October. I absolutely cannot say enough good things about the experience, the venue, and the team there. Amelia, our coordinator, was incredibly kind and communicative throughout the whole planning process. She effortlessly kept things organized and streamlined on the day of, which kept a lot of stress off us. We started our event with our Western ceremony in the Limonaia greenhouse, which was perfect for that time of year since it was warm and full of plants, which was both cozy and absolutely stunning. We then took our family formal photos in the Orangerie as the Tower Hill and Peppers teams set up for our tea ceremony back in the Limonaia. The Orangerie was also full of plants and string lights, which made for beautiful photos. We did a dinner add on in the Southeast Link through Peppers Artful Events, and the Peppers and Tower Hill teams worked in perfect and seamless sync. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a small intimate ceremony or an elopement, as the price is extremely reasonable for what you get, which is top notch coordination and truly the most beautiful venue imaginable!
Olivia
Sent on 09/23/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect venue and wedding experience!

The New England botanic Garden created the most incredible experience for our wedding day. Everybody on the team was amazing to work with from the very beginning all the way through the night of our event. All of the staff were incredibly professional, helpful and provided us any support we needed. All of our guests are still raving about how phenomenal the venue was and how delicious the food was. I could not have pictured having my wedding anywhere else, and appreciate everybody here who helped us have a perfect day. I could not recommend this venue and team more!!
Z
Zach Sent on 09/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect location

We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect place to celebrate our wedding than Tower Hill. The setting was absolutely stunning, with breathtaking sunset views that made for unforgettable photos and memories. Everything about the location felt magical and unique. Also, Amelia was such an incredible help throughout the entire planning process. She was organized, thoughtful, and made sure every detail came together seamlessly, which took so much stress off our shoulders.
Ethan
Ethan Sent on 09/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our Dream Wedding

Amelia and the team at NEBG were absolutely incredible. From our first time visiting the venue, to last minute changes and additions, they were completely supportive in helping us host our dream wedding.

Most of all, however, they were professionals through and through. Every little detail was covered: from setup to timeline to breakdown - our wedding went off without a hitch.

At one point during dinner, my wife and I heard guests gradually start to clink their glasses. We thought someone was about to give a speech, but fortunately for us, we had Amelia. She quickly walked by with a smile on her face and whispered, "that means kiss." We kissed, guests cheered, and it was just another reminder of how well Amelia and her team took care of us.

We can't thank the team enough for their remarkable work, and we highly suggest having your wedding here!
Ashlee
Ashlee Sent on 09/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful weekday evening intimate ceremony in the garden

My husband & I got married at NEBG at Tower Hill on Tuesday 9/2 in the evening during an intimate ceremony with 9 guests and we are OVER THE MOON. This location is incredibly beautiful, and during the month of September the light from 6-7PM was perfect for photos. Amelia, their wedding specialist, is very communicative and professional, and came into the venue just for us on a couple of occasions to make sure we got a tour and all of our questions were answered.

If you're looking for a memorable venue with decor provided by nature, this is it. There are several locations on site where you can take photos, and Amelia & her team will provide all of the information you need for a perfect ceremony.
Bailey
Bailey Sent on 08/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dreamy August Wedding

We truly couldn't have imagined a more perfect August day to celebrate our wedding. The weather was absolutely ideal — a gentle, cool summer breeze drifting through the air, adding a touch of magic to an already breathtaking setting. From the moment we arrived, the natural beauty of the venue set the stage for what would become one of the most memorable days of our lives.

The team at the New England Botanic Garden went above and beyond to ensure everything was flawless. Their attentiveness, professionalism, and genuine warmth made us feel completely supported throughout the day. Every detail was thoughtfully handled, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the joy of the occasion without a single worry.

The combination of a stunning landscape and a truly dedicated staff created an atmosphere that was not only visually beautiful but emotionally unforgettable. Our guests were equally enchanted, and we continue to receive compliments about how seamless and special the entire day felt. We are endlessly grateful to NEBG for helping us create such cherished memories.
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Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Soul City Band Soul City Band Wedding Bands

Amazing spot! Sprawling grounds with beautiful views everywhere you turn. Staff was super pro and very helpful. Can't wait to go back!

The Imagery Studio The Imagery Studio Wedding Photographers

Amazing Wedding Venue with gorgeous grounds and gardens! A photographers dream! I have photographed weddings there for years and as a wedding photographer, I still feel very inspired to photograph a wedding there, with so many spots all weddings call look beautiful using different backgrounds. Also, great service and coordination from their team! One of my favorites in Wedding Venues in Central Massachusetts! Alice Pepplow, The Imagery Studio, Wedding Photographer

Donna Buja, Wedding Officiant Donna Buja, Wedding Officiant Wedding Officiants

Beautiful place for a wedding and the staff is so organized it's a pleasure to be there!!!

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New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill frequently asked questions

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
The space offered by New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Garden
  • Museum
  • Park
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in flexibility.

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