Houston Botanic Garden
Botanical garden · Park Place
1 Botanic Ln, Houston, TX 77017
Highlights
Lush oasis with diverse plant collections, trails & interactive exhibits
Lush oasis with diverse plant collections, trails & interactive exhibits
"Those looking for more of a reprieve, particularly considering the chaos following Tropical Storm Beryl, can escape to this South Houston oasis. The 132-acre park is offering $7.13 admission all weekend, a 40 percent discount that will make access to its gardens even more enjoyable. 713 Day also falls on the Garden’s Summer Saturdays when garden hours are extended from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m." - Brittany Britto Garley
"The 132-acre Houston Botanic Garden, which opened on September 18, 2020, feels like a lush oasis. It’s worth visiting for the sheer range of plants that reflect various Texas Gulf Coast habitats, from coastal prairie to woodland glades. With 2.5 miles of walking trails and six outdoor galleries filled with tropical, sub-tropical, and arid specimens, it's both playful and serious. Kids will enjoy the several interactive elements like a boardwalk maze around a lagoon. This is a place to reflect, meditate, and soak up some plant trivia." - Charu Suri
"Let’s start big picture. What’s the vibe here? The 132-acre Houston Botanic Garden, which opened on September 18, 2020, feels like a lush oasis. It’s worth visiting for the sheer range of plants that reflect various Texas Gulf Coast habitats, from coastal prairie to woodland glades. With 2.5 miles of walking trails and six outdoor galleries filled with tropical, sub-tropical, and arid specimens, it's both playful and serious. Kids will enjoy the several interactive elements like a boardwalk maze around a lagoon. This is a place to reflect, meditate, and soak up some plant trivia. Any standout features or must-sees? The culinary garden has a neat apothecary corner that highlights some herbal and medicinal species ideal for boosting immunity. The Stormwater wetlands is great to observe for the scientifically-minded. The pine grove near the lagoon in the Susan Garver Family Discovery Garden is an especially relaxing area to stroll around and gather your thoughts. Was it easy to get around? The garden is well-marked and divided into distinct sections, and invites meandering and introspection. Almost every plant is labeled, and there are outdoor seats for those who want to pause and take a break. It is fairly flat and suited to those with disabilities. All said and done, what—and who—is this best for? The Houston Botanic Garden is ideal for those who love to learn, and those who love nature. It’s worth allocating at least an hour to explore." - Charu Suri
A young, ambitious garden praised by Condé Nast Traveler for its global collections, wetlands, and kid-forward discovery areas. Active schedules—from bird walks to festivals—make it a meaningful, membership-worthy outing in any season.
A young, mission-driven garden where global collections meet bayou ecology. Houstonia Magazine’s guide highlights seasonal concerts, family programs, and inventive exhibits—an easy way to experience nature without leaving the city.
