(512) 477-8672
2220 Barton Springs Rd
Austin,
TX
78746
30.2661
-97.7679
Neighborhoods: South Lamar, Barton Hills
What People Are Saying About Zilker Botanical Garden
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – More than 300,000 people a year visit these sprawling grounds on the south bank of the Colorado River. Each of the eight gardens has a theme, such as the Isamu Taniguchi Oriental Garden with a Japanese Teahouse and "Bridge to Walk Over the Moon," and the Hartman Prehistoric Garden, where dinosaur remains were discovered. The open-air pavilion in its center provides a view of the downtown Austin skyline.
11/14/02
Mother of all Aloe
by LV2TravelDWorld
This was a neat attraction. We went there on Sunday afternoon. There are beautifully landscaped areas. Lots of animals (squirrels, birds, etc.) and there is the Mother of all Aloe plants there. I took my picture by it! I'm 5'6" and it was a good 6-8 inches taller than I and about 5'wide.
09/01/02
Dead Animals Are Cool!
by malawische
Especially enjoy the new Prehistoric Garden and dinosaur tracks. The lovely ponds/waterways alone are worth a visit. A most pleasant walk.
- Pros: Nice downtown views, Trails/Shade, Free!!!
- Cons: Noise from Mopac
The Details on Zilker Botanical Garden
Know Before You Go:
Although they seem like the perfect place for a picnic, you can't bring food into the gardens.
The Extras:
For mementos, visitors can stop by the Chrysalis gift shop, which stocks T-shirts, stationery, toys and books.
Parking:
Park at either the Botanical Garden parking lot or off Stratford Drive, below the MOPAC Bridge. The lot is open 7am to 6pm; any vehicles left after that will be locked in.
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