Zilker Botanical Gardens
Austin, TX 78746
Phone: (512) 477-8672
- Hours:
- Daily 7am-6:30pm
Editorial Review for Zilker Botanical Gardens – by Citysearch Editors
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.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoAlthough they seem like the perfect place for a picnic, you can't bring food into the gardens.
The ExtrasFor mementos, visitors can stop by the Chrysalis gift shop, which stocks T-shirts, stationery, toys and books.
ParkingPark 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.
User Reviews for Zilker Botanical Gardens
11/14/2002 Posted 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.
09/01/2002 Posted 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
Schedule
| 10/07/2008 | Heart O' Texas Orchid Society's Annual Plant Auction | tickets |
| 6:45 pm | ||
| 10/25/2008 | Heart O' Texas Orchid Society's 8th Annual New Growers Seminar, Exhibit and Plant Sale | tickets |
| 11:00 am-2:00 pm |
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