Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Review №1

Rating: 4

We enjoyed the wildflowers and movie at Lady Bird Johnson s. The gardens were well-laid out and maintained. Many of the blooming shrubs & flowers were late Summer plants. Would recommend a visit.

Date: 5 hours ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

Date: 22 hours ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

Date: 2 days ago

Review №4

Rating: 5

Beautiful afternoon to just unwind and take in the beauty of a Texas fall. A lot of areas to picnic and people to play. The swings were a nice hidden surprise for me.

Date: 5 days ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

What a special part of Austin heritage! Beautiful at all times of the year due to smartly organized planting for different flowering periods. Plenty of pollinators, and we even saw a rat snake wandering around. Be sure to visit the rain capture tower. The native plant sale is also a hit - theyll be the healthiest plants you can put at home.

Date: 5 days ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Date: a week ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Great place to relax and enjoy nature

Date: a week ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

Date: a week ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Absolute gem of a spot. Walk and learn.

Date: a week ago

Review №10

Rating: 4

Pretty, but honestly looks like any other botanical garden anywhere. $15 is reasonable entrance fee though because the grounds are well maintained.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №12

Rating: 4

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №13

Rating: 4

Lots of area to explore. Be wary when it s warm, as there is not much shade.

Date: a month ago

Review №14

Rating: 4

Beautiful place. I wish there were staff members to answer questions.

Date: a month ago

Review №15

Rating: 4

Its weird

Date: a month ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Beautiful place !

Date: a month ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Beautiful gardens, amazing on a slightly cool day. Didn t go when many flowers were in bloom, but I imagine it s a 100x better. Cute gift shop. Would love to come back by for events as well as the cafe which we didn t get a chance to try.

Date: a month ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №19

Rating: 4

Took a grandson to see the special guest dinosaurs: all had a blast. A scavenger-type hunt, mostly for various plants. The animatronics were a treat. The hunt kept him engaged throughout.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is an absolute gem! Our family recently visited from out of town, and we were thoroughly impressed by how well-kept and beautiful the grounds are. The Dinosaur Exhibit was a pleasant surprise, adding an unexpected element of fun and education to our visit. The Center is perfect for families, offering a peaceful and engaging environment for kids and adults alike. We enjoyed exploring the diverse plant life and learning about native Texan flora. The trails are well-maintained, and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Were already planning our return trip in early spring to see even more wildflowers in bloom. If youre in the area, the Wildflower Center is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and families!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

and everywhere!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

Arguably not the best time of year to visit but still a very nice and relaxing place to walk around in and enjoy nature. Entrance fees are not too bad 15$ but they do close early. Bring a hat and water unless you want to pay 3$ for rainwater lol

Date: 2 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

My children and grandchildren went here today and had a lovely time. Cousin Time is the best time for making memories.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Summer 2024 hours: 7AM-2PM through August 31st

Date: 2 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Such a hidden treasure and it is one of the most beautiful properties you will ever see. It is meticulously manicured by the staff and gardeners there to give you an amazing experience with Texas local flora.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 1

Horrible

Date: 3 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

We took all the grandkids here for the dinosaur exhibit. The price wasnt bad for what you experienced. The grandkids really enjoyed it. The walking trails and the property are well maintained. The animatronic dinosaurs were really neat. The staff was friendly and helpful. They show a lot of information on the Native plants and insects.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

Very fun! Try to go on an overcast day or it is almost too hot for the toddlers. We also went in around 9:15am. Today was overcast and my son was able to hang. We did half the dinosaurs and played in the sand pit! He had a great time and dinos were an awesome temp. attraction. Love that they change it up so its not the same every time.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Always a pleasure to visit here, especially on summer mornings! The dinosaur exhibition is very impressive and our 3 kids (age anywhere from 2-8) enjoyed it fully. Get your membership with no hesitation!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Love the dinosaur experience.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Beautiful wildflowers year round

Date: 3 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

The dinosaurs expo blends greatly with the wildflower center!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

I love going to the Wildflower Center. The grounds are beautiful, with so many native Texas plants, trees, and flowers represented. There was also a wonderful plant sale today that was a fantastic opportunity to purchase native plants for home.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Moments walking around here would last longer in memories for my kids.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Definitely one of Austins gems! Weve gone at every time of year and have always had a blast. Weve gone during their Fortlandia exhibits and now their dinosaur explorer exhibit, and my toddler has adored every moment.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

We went during the dinasaur exhibit and it was fun and interesting. The staff were helpful and water station were set up along the way. Plenty of benches to rest If needed also.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №47

Rating: 3

Underwhelming given the hype. There are a wide variety of oaks that you can walk a loop around, and the wildflowers are a relatively small feature, given the size of the land. The main feature seem to be the dinosaur exhibit which attracts kids for obvious reasons.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

Lisa and I took our grandkids on Memorial Day to see the Dinosaurs and it was great. The line was short and we got right in. One of the staff immediately greeted us and gave each of the kids a card for a scavenger hunt, and we spent the rest of our time enjoying the trails and flowers and plants and of course, the dinosaurs! It was hot that day, and they had water stations where we could refill our water bottles. We decided to get the season pass so we can take our grandkids all year long for free. A true treasure in Austin.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

May 2024 The Dinosaurs Around the World : The Great Outdoors is a must see for kids to see. The dinosaurs will be on display from May 17 July 17, 2024. The are animatronic and have sound effects. They placed in specific locations that blend with the environment. The Wildflower Center added signs on plants on the grounds that were present during the age of dinosaurs. There are also Dino Nights where when the sun goes down you can explore the dinosaurs with flashlights in hand. January 2024 Fortlandia 2023-24 just ended and got a chance to see it before it went away. The artistic fort designs were impressive and saw many kids playing on them. Not to worry it will return later this year with new designs. December 2023 Luminations is a holiday tradition at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center where interactive art exhibits become fun light displays to enjoy. This year all the exhibits were new except the popular light circular swings. You need to make a reservation to attend and can pay extra to park at the center, but if you get there early then plenty of parking along the street. The place is well organized and nicely decorated where you walk in a big circle on their grounds checking out each display. The gift shop is open and will find two places to get food and snacks where one was the cafe and the other food trucks and pop-up bar. We went on a Sunday night and It was just another great experience to walk around seeing the displays and enjoying some treats. It was not very crowded so can enjoy your romantic stroll. January 2023 The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is located at Circle C Ranch and on this visit Fortlandia 2022-23 was going on. Every years designers create interesting fort designs where kids can enjoy. They are very creative and artistic. It was early January where wont see any wildflowers blooming but will see other plants. The place is loaded with walking trails and a place to bird watch or spot native wildlife. There is a Lucy and Ian Family Garden where kids can play and experience nature. There is free parking, a store and cafe on site.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Incredible place to visit with the family

Date: 4 months ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Very beautifully laid out and planned. The dinosaurs were annoying with the constant noises, but otherwise the scenery was breathtaking.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №54

Rating: 4

Trails are beautiful.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №55

Rating: 4

Date: 4 months ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

What an amazing place. The wildflower collection is awesome and great place to go with young kids

Date: 4 months ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Beautiful location, well worth the visit if you enjoy nature.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

The Cafe there has the best margaritas! Nice walk around the internal park, then took the big loop trail. Butterfly and bee haven!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

@tollivertravels Beautiful wildflowers. The green rooftop helped my boys understand conservation and helping the environment. Beautiful views from the top. The restaurants pretty cute too. Worth a visit.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Peaceful and serene

Date: 4 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

A true gem in Austin, this place is so peaceful and beautiful to visit. They had live music and a bar to celebrate for mothers day. The weather was nice and the flowers were in bloom - great day, well be back!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

Beautiful outdoor walk full of nature and knowledge!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Very cute botanical garden. We got to see Athena the nesting owl. Plenty of area to walk around and a lot of things to see.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Just a gorgeous place when the flowers are in full bloom. Dee gave us a lovely ~1 hour free tour where we learned some interesting history and about native plants.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

I had a great time visiting the Wildflower center. A great selection of flowers, and nice walking paths, complete with an archaic-style stone sculpture and tower.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №71

Rating: 4

Thank goodness we came on a cooler cloudy day to enjoy this peaceful garden. All the volunteers are so welcoming and helpful here, from the gate greeters to the free tour guide. They are enthusiastic as well as informative, we learned how Lady Bird Johnson had the vision and gathered support for this beautiful garden. Make sure to go up to the tower to look over the whole garden, it s a very short walk up.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №72

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

What a darling Wildflower Center in Austin, TX. I went in April and there were lots of flowers blooming. Sweet, meandering paths through fields of flowers. Theres a tower you can get a great view from. Lots of cool trees and plants. And a super blue water spring. And a nice gift shop. We got to see an owl roosting. Definitely check it out if you can.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №77

Rating: 4

Date: 5 months ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

We had an incredible experience at such a beautiful place! Our tour guide, Shelley, was knowledgeable and so very kind. There s something for all ages and just a great place to spend the day! Highly recommend!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №80

Rating: 3

The Habiturf Douglass grass seed is only available in 2 pound bags and is almost twice the price than purchasing from Douglass King seeds website. $87 verses $155

Date: 5 months ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

It is amazing the difference from my first visit that was in winter. No wonder why in spring there is barely any parking outside, and even a queue to enter. But once inside there is enough trails and space for everyone. Full of bluebonnets in spring, I loved it!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №82

Rating: 4

The Cafe and the gift shop are quite pricey, but it is a beautiful place.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №83

Rating: 4

The trails are nice. There are incredibly unique and cool play places for kids. The gift shop was a huge disappointment. It was more of an art gallery and everything very overpriced.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №85

Rating: 4

Date: 5 months ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Very pretty place to come visit! It was $15 to enter and we bought the tickets online. We came on a Saturday around 11am and it was packed! We had to park several blocks away and walk over since the parking lots were completely full. Lots of pretty wildflowers and water features.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

My final stop of the day and oh how I wished it had been my first. I had this idea in my head of a small little garden and was completely amazed by what I found instead! The intentionality given to the design of this vast expanse was so perfect in every way. The mix of beauty, serenity, education, delight, peace was everywhere. The stone arches along the entrance path. The lily pond and waterfall before you entered the main courtyard where the resident owl nests. The delightfully whimsical butterfly seats and waterfall you can go sit behind in a decorated cave. The play areas for children including a shaded sand area with all the tools needed to entertain. The main garden with areas alongside that buzzed with dozens of chunky bumblebees, The architecture of the various buildings and gathering spaces meant to stand out but also blend with nature. The Texas Hill country walking paths with educational placards about all the trees and plants. The shaded seating areas along these paths providing respite from the sun as well as delightful seat swings and trees unlike any I have ever seen. The green roof observation tower. The cafe with outside seating surrounded by gardens and the delightful gift shop. The outdoor library that looked like a merry-go-round including private benches. All of it...each new discovery perfect in its own special way. I wanted to wander enchanted forever. Sit in a tree swing seat and rock gently in the lovely breeze. Read a book in the meadow while the gazillions of butterflies danced around me. If you ever visit Austin in spring while the plethora of wildflowers are blooming ..go here... wander.... wonder.... breathe deeply...enjoy immensely.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Awesome park and trails with knowledgeable docents... watch for rattlesnake!!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Nice water feature in the Family Garden

Date: 5 months ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

I love seeing all the native wildflowers. Gives me a lot of inspiration for my yard. Parking was difficult and the walk to get there was a tad bit too far for someone who is disabled. Worth it though.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

Married the love of my life here 7 years ago. Beautiful place. Beautiful life.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

It was the peak of the blue bonnet season, so it was BUSY. You may need to park further away and walk a few blocks during peak flower seasons. Staff were very helpful and around to help. The viewing tower was neat, although people with mobility issues may not be able to access it. Most paths are brick paved or gravel. If you are pale or burn easily, sunscreen WILL be necessary as theres not a ton of shade. Lots of pictures and opportunities. A free-play area and tree swings looked fun for kids. A great balance of views and informative plaques and a great way to get outside into nature.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin is an absolute gem, especially during the Bluebonnet season. As of our visit on April 9th, the blooms were breathtaking, offering a picturesque backdrop for photography enthusiasts. The center boasts stunning landscapes, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely stroll or an extended photo shoot. The charming stone tower and other architectural features add to its allure, creating a tranquil atmosphere for visitors to immerse themselves in natures beauty. The $15 entrance fee for adults is reasonable considering the wealth of experiences the center offers. Additionally, the availability of parking adds convenience to the visit, ensuring a hassle-free experience for guests. The amenities such as the cafe, gift shop, and auditorium further enhance the visit, providing opportunities for relaxation, souvenir shopping, and educational experiences. Overall, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts alike. With its stunning scenery, diverse flora, and convenient amenities, it promises a memorable experience that may warrant multiple visits to fully appreciate its charm.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №99

Rating: 4

Twilight Tuesday. Evening stroll amongst beautiful naturalized wildflowers. This is different because the park is after hours. A couple food trucks and some adult beverage were available. My biggest complaint was a lack of seating near the food (oh! There are 3 hidden picnic tables behind one truck) and a lack of waste receptacles. I had been here previously, and the gift shop used to be a favorite. That was clearly in transition, as the gift items are now sparse and fairly expensive. It appears artwork is being featured instead of souvenirs.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

I should first state I love this place. and second, that this review is as a wedding venue The LBJ Wildflower Center was everything! It was beautiful, welcoming, and a dream. Of course, flowers depend on more than the venue (you know, season, climate, etc). And there are some rules given it s a UT institution - no smoking, no shots, and entry after 4pm, specific insured caterers. But Kyra was so easy to work with, answered all my questions, and was so patient. There s the heat or rain option built in with the Great hall overlooking the fields. Tables and chairs included. And holy moly some great catering options. It was beautiful, full circle for me (I volunteered here in college and my mom and I visited in grad school - and she passed away in 2015), Texan, romantic, and just the best in every way. We could have rehearsal there as well, walk through, and a year free membership! Thank you LBJ wildflower center for everything!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №101

Rating: 4

Bring an umbrella, hat, sunscreen, and water. It got really hot after 1PM. A nice place to enjoy wild flowers and wild life. The place is huge and can take easily 2 hours of visiting time. Visited on Weekday

Date: 5 months ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Beautiful walking trails with limited parking, but if you politely ask a nearby resident theyre usually happy to let you park on the street. Had a great time, the grounds were very well kept with no litter, and the staff were all very nice. We arrived at a high point, so it took about 10 minutes to buy tickets

Date: 5 months ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

Nice walk with an abundance of flowers. Interesting array of oak trees. The store had very limited and out dated postcards ??? Get on that for tourists.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

We had a wonderful time viewing the bluebonnets and eating a delicious lunch at the cafe.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Twilight Tuesdays with the flowers abloom equaled the perfect date

Date: 5 months ago

Review №112

Rating: 1

I LOVE places like this, typically. BUT, you will see more wildflowers on the highway here in Austin than the Wildflower center. Seriously, drive down Capital of Texas 360 and that is 300% more flowers, and this is prime season ash the center? Weird. It is not very well thought out. Go to Arkansas Garvin Gardens and see what a well designed and loved place can be, and its half the price! I am not saying its horrible I am just saying its like a $3 dollar kind of deal if you are bored. Also, I feel like it is a place where tax money is laundered. There are a lot of building that are all off limits to public. I mean a lot of offices for this little place. How many offices to you need when you are not even taking the time to really make this place awesome? Anyways, we had a decent time but $30 bucks is insane for this place. Its a $3 ticket at best.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

This is a beautiful place to visit; especially in the Spring when the wild flowers are in full bloom. Plan on spending several hours. Dont forget you camera!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Went for Luminations. Totally worth it on a week day! Fun interactions and displays. About a mile walking, but easy going on flat ground. Cant wait to come back in the spring!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

We went on a Thursday at the end of March and while there were some school/group field trips, it wasnt too crowded. My mom-friends and our 7 kids (all 4 and under) had a good time! Theres plenty to do with the kiddos (I would suggest maybe a stroller if you have littles) especially in the family garden area... the natural playscapes, sand pit, waterfall, fort buiding, little house structures, trails, etc. were lots of fun for everyone! The bluebonnets were gorgeous, as well as the many different types of plants everywhere that had signs and info. We easily spent a few hours here and ate lunch at their cafe, which is pretty pricey but to be expected. Their mushroom sandwich was SO good, I would definitely recommend. There is an owl, Athena, that lives near the entrance that we could barely see sitting on her nest, which was cool, and lots of butterflies, insects, fish, turtles, etc. The tower is fun to climb and overlook everything, and there is a cute gift shop as well. Oh and all of the staff are super friendly people! Definitely worth visiting for all ages!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Peaceful!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Such beautiful place its must visit in Austin

Date: 6 months ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

We decided to visit the Wildflower Center after visiting the LBJ museum. It certainly did not disappoint. My mind was blown by how beautiful everything was. It was so intricately laid out, and easy to walk.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

Amazing place to visit and hike! Full of beautiful views and wild flowers . They have playground and picnic areas, where you can enjoy the nature. Definitely a good option for sunny days!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

Nice park to visit especially spring season with full blown of bluebonnet and other wild flowers.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №123

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №124

Rating: 5

A nice and lovely walk through gardens, worth the cost in my opinion, with a lot of hidden gems when you explore the side trails (looking at you Mars base). Our little kids absolutely love going, and it really feels like a safe space to relax. There are also plenty of places to rest with very frequent benches.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №125

Rating: 4

we visited during spring break. a nostalgic place for me, i enjoyed it! i wish there were more flowers and plants to see tho, it felt kinda barren. but what we *did* see was nice! a bit sad the little house was closed when i visited, i really wanted to walk through the tiny door lol. and that man made pond (?) in the courtyard was a total mess :( it used to be so clear and blue! i really wanted to see that again... besides that, great place to walk and just hang out. lots of trails with clear space and just green nature all around. i like walking in areas without too many trees or fluffy vegetation. the observation tower was cool and i LOVED that tiny tunnel/cave with the waterfall! the cafe was also really cozy and nice. will visit again!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

This is an absolutely beautiful center my fiancé and I decided to visit in between activities. The flowers were just perfectly blooming. It was so peaceful despite the small crowd. With some sunblock, the center is a wonderful place for children. The trails are clearly cut and the staff is professional. Each part of center was unique and cute. I d bring others back!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

So worth the money and time! The food was not bad and the walk and flowers were so beautiful

Date: 6 months ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

Beautiful blue bonnets and wildflowers areas, many families brought their young children, little reading area with multiple children books to read or be read to, has nice little trails to explore with statue like animals along the way, a stone tower to climb with a beautiful view of the area

Date: 6 months ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

Top Austin destination. Kid friendly. Soak up the nature and beauty.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №130

Rating: 3

Nice place, but way overpriced at 15 dollars per adult ticket. Dont know why it is rated so high on google. Maybe it looks better end of March or April.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Nice family place

Date: 6 months ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

Beautiful wildflower center and grounds. Beautiful natural surroundings. Lovely new gift shop. Great place to relax and see native Texan nature. Wonderful staff and services. Dont miss it. Visited on Weekday

Date: 7 months ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

Absolutely stunning! This place is incredible. Staff is super friendly and helpful, grounds are jaw dropping even in late February. Butterflies everywhere. There s plenty to see and do including lots of energy spending activities for kids. Signage everywhere with lots of education about what you re seeing. I really appreciated how walking friendly the paths were with lots of signage so you don t get lost. I spend several hours here and will be back for more. Truly a jewel in Austin s crown.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №134

Rating: 4

We needed some fresh air and exercise ans the weather was perfect for it. I rated itc4 because there were no flowers in bloom since it isnt spring yet. We will return in late March.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

I always leave this place feeling refreshed and at peace. The flowers werent out today, but come Spring/Summer the flowers will be at full bloom. Great place to take a date or have some quiet time alone with nature :)

Date: 7 months ago

Review №136

Rating: 1

Too expensive to go walking, there are better parks and they are free, I dont recommend it

Date: 7 months ago

Review №137

Rating: 3

Pretty expensive

Date: 8 months ago

Review №138

Rating: 3

Wait for spring. Until March, youll pay full price even tho heres not much to see or do. I expected to find some indoor exhibits about the center, the region, botany, or the founders. But nothing was open and the greenhouses were marked for staff only. We walked around for ninety minutes but there were only a few plaques and lots of dry nubbins and bare branches.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

The Wildflower center is peaceful, natural beauty at its best. Plenty of activities to keep children happy and busy.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Nice gardens, I love to walk around the paths

Date: 9 months ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №142

Rating: 2

I think this is probably a beautiful place to visit in the summer. For winter I wouldnt recommend. Its also very much just a big playground for kiddos. Great if you have kiddos but if you are looking to explore a local garden, this really isnt the place. I dont think the pricing Im winter is accurate for what is available to view. Most everything isnt in bloom. There are lots of kid play structures and a space for kids to build their own tree fort. If you dont have little kids with you I wouldnt waste you money or time.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

Fortlandia

Date: 9 months ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

really enjoy the holiday lighting stuff they do. This year was kind of tough because a lot of the lights weren t working, and they seemed to reduce the total number of the slaves, but it was still really fun.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

Worth the price. You will be too taken to an another land .

Date: 9 months ago

Review №147

Rating: 1

There is nothing to do here for adults for such an expensive place to visit. All flowers are dead in December & there is no shows or light shows during the daytime. Perhaps this is good for kids to spend time outside. Our visit has been a complete disappointment and the staff are not allowed to process a refund. Shame on Wildflower center, there are many nicer places to visit at no cost or little cost all over North America.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №148

Rating: 1

Don t bother to visit their Luminations event. Total dissapointment. There are more lights and interesting Xmas ideas in my neighborhoud than at this show . We paid 100 dollars (2 adults, 1 kid, and parking) to see 3 installations and a dark trail with lamps on the ground. Really?

Date: 9 months ago

Review №149

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №150

Rating: 4

Beautiful and largely Serene and peaceful spot even when theres not much in bloom. I have wanted to come here for some time and was in Austin overnight so I came out this morning. I enjoy most of my time here however I found it very frustrating that the map that they give you is inaccurate and confusing and at least one other local person told me she has gotten lost on the trails too because of the map inaccuracies. Theres some for thing thats not on the map an entire childrens play area not on the map and I ended up walking up and down the service road wandering around trying to figure out where the heck I was because the service road is not marked on the map anywhere. Then when I finally found the Arboretum Trail which encompasses half of the park its closed because of some night time event thats going on that has nothing to do with my visit during the day and the fact that I paid full price entry and would like to see the other half of the park. So very disappointed by the incomplete information poor facility map and lack of full accessibility after paying full price. Pat had I known there was an evening time event going on I would have come by last night but when I glanced online at Google Maps it said it closed at 4:00 p.m. so I would have only had about 30 minutes of time so I opted to wait till this morning. Going ahead and giving four stars in the hopes that some of the issues will be rectified with an updated Center map and decrease pricing when youre going to have large portions of the facility close to the public for reasons I cant fathom. Will try again in the spring may have to update my rating or would that be down date?, if its not any better by then. Which would be kind of sad because it serves a good purpose or could.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №151

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

I really enjoyed the tour given by Peter. The trees were a surprise. The colors! The family area with Fort Landia is very exciting for kids. A wonderful dful, not crowded morning!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

Went to the Fortlandia exhibit, kids and adults had a great time. Great way to spend a few hours and learn about some of our native plants and habitat

Date: 10 months ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

Fortlandia is always a great time!! My kiddos love to explore. We love the open fields and kids activities! Beautiful flowers! We like the ability to see reptiles and bugs along the paths too! Worth the membership!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

Great outdoor spaces. Kid friendly. Food, parks, flowers.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

Had a great visit with the whole family. Lots to see and do a great way to spend an afternoon.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №161

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Brought my 4.5 year old here for Fortlandia! We had a blast. There were so many fun forts to see and play in, in addition to the always beautiful grounds to stroll through. Were excited to check out the Luminations exhibit soon. I can only imagine how beautiful the center looks lit up at night. Bring a snack/lunch to enjoy in one of the designated picnic areas. I recommend looking into an annual membership. A great deal with many perks!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

For claritys sake of this review I must say that I was attending a special event there in the evening in the auditorium. It was a KUT symposium on landscaping and how we can use that to prevent climate change and adverse effects to our city with the incorporation of more green spaces, green roofs and pocket prairies along with the use of alternatives to lawns. The facility itself is quite impressive and very well kept. It has a wonderful spacious layout and a lot of beautiful yet organic feeling design work. The auditorium itself is quite impressive with its seating and ability to host a large group for the audio-visual movie presentations or for hosting a symposium type situation . The staff that was there was quite friendly and very professional and everything went according to plan and schedule. The gardens in the evening with the Twilight into darkness time was very beautiful to see also. The lighting is pretty and tasteful, yet not overly bright or ostentatious. For this special event hosting, I have to highly recommend the Lady Bird Johnson wildflower center and award them a five-star review.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

Wonderful place to take my 4 year old. We especially love Fortlandia! Well be back soon!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

Lots of different areas to engage different ages. Free pass on Arbor Day too!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №168

Rating: 5

Gorgeous - come for Arbor Day!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №169

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №170

Rating: 5

This is a truly beautiful place. Lady bird did this place justice. Even if you didn t come for Fortlandia, it s such a peaceful space to explore the native flowers and get spend time in nature. I am looking forward to returning in spring to see the bluebonnets.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №171

Rating: 5

Beautiful place to enjoy year round

Date: 11 months ago

Review №172

Rating: 5

Lovely place to take a stroll through the native plants of Texas! It was very peaceful and there were a few different walking trails.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №173

Rating: 1

A sorry sight. Lots of weeds and scorched grass. No landscape design or order. The people in charge of this place have probably never been to decent botanical gardens.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №174

Rating: 3

This was difficult. I went in Oct of 23 . The area was recovering from a drought. There were small delights here and there. Swings on trees. The trails were well maintained but the center didn t look any better than a well maintained city park. -there were a series of plants/trees in cages? Like a petting zoo for plants. Not much fauna outside of the strategically planted trees and plants. -they did good by putting the kids areas area on the opposite side of the trail but you could still hear the kids screaming from across the park -some plant and flower life but there were large parts of nothing but hill country where there wasn t a lot to look at. -I went in Oct so admittedly there was as much in bloom as in April-September. -think of your $15 as In investment into wildlife conservation. That s what s makes the mediocrity of the trails a bit more bearable

Date: 11 months ago

Review №175

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №176

Rating: 5

As a member, you can park free and bring a guest free as well. It is a magical place! I can t say enough about it! Visit any time of year, but easpecially in the spring, best known for Texas many spectacular blooming wildflowers, especially the bluebonnet, but you will be delighted by a cast of dozens of other beautiful native wildflowers, shrubs and trees.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №177

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №178

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

We took an awesome Nature Poetry class with Dyhanara Rios! We got introduced to some poetry terms, got a tour of the gardens with a horticulturalist, and wrote some poems. It was a ton of fun and we will be back for the class in November.

Date: a year ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

The cafe is delicious and gift shop are such fun!

Date: a year ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

Beautiful area with such a wonderful assortment of plants and flowers. Great for a morning walk or time out with family. Next time Im going to try and work my way through the trails.

Date: a year ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

We had a wonderful second visit here with my 3.5 year old. We came last year as well and just as good! Love the kid features as well as walking paths. Came early to beat the heat.

Date: a year ago

Review №184

Rating: 4

Interesting array of arid plantings and cistern watering system.

Date: a year ago

Review №185

Rating: 5

Came here during quarantine and was happy for the pick me up. I was happy to see that people in Austin know and enjoy this place regularly. The extensive amount of flora and knowledgeable staff will keep any nature enthusiast coming back for more and I hope to return soon.

Date: a year ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №187

Rating: 5

Saundra sgd stars nocopyrites PublicHoliday)))

Date: a year ago

Review №188

Rating: 5

We took our summer camp kids here. Its beautiful!! Its a great place to learn about plants in the Austin area. I have a new appreciation for weeds, theres beauty in everything!!

Date: a year ago

Review №189

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №190

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

Go. No question. You will not be disappointed. A beautiful place for reflection, meditation, and an appreciation for all things nature and conservation. They have a really nice childrens garden and had it not been for the heat I would have stayed much longer. Make sure you dont miss out on the Lady Bird video in the Great Hall. I had no idea how influential she was on conservation efforts and love how she helped folx find beauty in wildflowers during such a dark time (The Vietnam War). Its a beautiful space and I cant wait to visit again. I even texted my friends who know everything about flowers to say they must go the next time they are in Austin. It was nice leaving hopeful and inspired.

Date: a year ago

Review №192

Rating: 5

Just simply wonderful!

Date: a year ago

Review №193

Rating: 2

It was not what I expected, a lot of sun, extreme heat, nothing that caught your attention, nothing very pretty, stones, normal trees, nothing to tell about this experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №194

Rating: 5

Free Family Night never disappoints.

Date: a year ago

Review №195

Rating: 5

Quiet, peaceful place with beautiful native plants

Date: a year ago

Review №196

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №197

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №198

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №200

Rating: 5

Wonderful!

Date: a year ago