PLAN YOUR VISIT
Currently open by reservation with limited capacity
Tickets
Advance reservations are required.
Join and Save
Become a member for free admission all year.
Safety
The Wildflower Center is committed to providing a safe environment for our staff and guests.
Hours
Open daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (closed some holidays)*
Extended hours until 7 p.m. through October
Member Mornings: Members have access from 8 – 9 a.m. daily
Holiday Closures
Thanksgiving Day – CLOSED
Dec. 24 – 25 – CLOSED
Dec. 31 – Jan 1 – CLOSED
*The Center will close at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 17.
Admission Rates
FREE for Members
$12 Adults (17+)
$6 Youth (Ages 5 – 17)
FREE Children 4 years and under
FREE UT Austin Faculty, Staff and Students (with ID)
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Explore these resources to make the best of your experience
EVENTS & HAPPENINGS
Participate in one of our popular events, standing tours or educational programs
Fortlandia
It's back! A new batch of forts created by architects and designers on display and ready for play in the Texas Arboretum
The Ultimate Twilight: Halloween Edition
It's the very last evening to visit at twilight. Sparkly vampires welcome!
Wild Night In: Hoots & Howls – VIRTUAL
A fun family-friendly game night with nature-themed trivia and challenges
Yoga & Singing Bowls – VIRTUAL
Start your morning with movement, mindfulness and the music of Tibetan and quartz singing bowls & chimes
Parent & Toddler Yoga – VIRTUAL
Families find fun and calm practicing yoga poses and breathing exercises together!
WHAT TO BRING
BINOCULARS
The birdwatching is grand!
CAMERA
Read up on our photo policies here
HAT & SUNSCREEN
Bring your own shade. It can be awfully sunny in Texas
REFILLABLE BOTTLE
Stay hydrated during your visit
COMFY SHOES
Bring the right shoes so you can explore all of our trails
AUDIO TOUR
Get the TravelStorys app to enjoy our free audio tour
WHAT NOT TO BRING
DRONES
Unmanned aerial vehicles are not allowed
CIGARETTES
Leave your cigarettes and vapes at home