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Zilker Botanical Garden

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The Zilker Botanical Garden is a botanical garden of varied topography located on the south bank of the Colorado River at 2220 Barton Springs …

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4.2/5 · 813 reviews
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Mar 24, 2025
Went at the end of March, so maybe the flowers just weren't in bloom yet? More of a green botanical garden than a flowery one. Still, paths are easy to navigate, and the walk was pretty peaceful. …Full review by Icarus4335
Mar 24, 2025
Very reasonable pricing at $8 per person. The place was mainly greenery and water features but perhaps we were a bit early in the season for flowers. Spent probably 45 minutes and enjoyed it.Full review by kpbooth3
Mar 1, 2025
It is rare, probably a first, that I rate a botanical garden with one star. But this is the worst botanical garden I've ever seen in the free world. There's plenty growing here, but it's difficult to…Full review by 7268
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The Zilker Botanical Garden (31 acres; 125,000 m²) is a botanical garden of varied topography located on the south bank of the Colorado Riv…
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The Zilker Botanical Garden, a verdant oasis spanning approximately 31 acres (125,000 square meters), is situated on the southern ba…
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The amazing Zilker Botanical Garden overlooks the Zilker Park fields bordering Barton Springs Road. The garden is actually comprised of se…
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Questions & answers

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Are the fairies & gnomes up right now or is that just a summer thing?
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We didn't see any fairies or gnomes! That would have been fun
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Are you open today on Christmas
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Yes they are open. Did you come?
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Answer by Diego C · Dec 26, 2017
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Can you picnic here ??
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While there are no picnic tables, I doubt that anyone on staff will tell you to get out if they see you eating. Definitely no fires.
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Can I bring my dog?
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There were dogs everywhere in the gardens when i went.
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Is there a restaurant or cafe?
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I wish there were but at this time there is no cafe or restaurant. There are many restaurants down the street toward Lamar Boulevard.
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Where do I park?
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Our main parking lot can be accessed through the front entrance of the garden at 2220 Barton Springs Rd. If overflow parking is needed, our overflow lot at 2300...
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There are also many free events in the park such as Blues on the Green, Trail of Lights, and the Zilker Kite Festival
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Cars left in the parking lot after the garden's closing time will be locked in until the next day
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The best time to visit the garden is on a quiet weekday, since it is a popular attraction on weekends
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Admission to the garden center is free except for certain weekends
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An audio tour can be accessed online
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The garden is also a popular location for events like weddings and receptions
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In spring, the butterfly garden is a favorite among the wee ones
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Its diverse topography is especially suited to depicting different habitats and displaying an array of native, hybrid and exotic plants
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Taniguchi is a beautiful japanese landscape with a waterfall, running stream, lily ponds and wooden bridges
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You can also head to this botanical garden for educational opportunities since this garden hosts classes from gardening lessons to children's programs
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Comprised of several different gardens, including the cactus and succulent
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The campus includes various themed areas you'll love to explore with your leashed pet
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Trail is aflutter with migrating butterflies. the dinosaur tracks in the 1 1/2-acre hartman prehistoric garden were discovered
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Scenic zilker botanical garden is an ideal spot to walk off a big meal or wind down after a swim
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