PLAN YOUR VISIT
Welcome to the Botanic Garden of Texas! Get ready to explore 284 acres of scenic gardens and trails.
Get Tickets
Pre-purchasing tickets is strongly encouraged.
Location & Parking
The Wildflower Center is located in southwest Austin at 4801 La Crosse Ave.
Parking is limited. We suggest carpooling or using a rideshare during peak hours. Please be mindful of pedestrians and avoid parking in the nearby neighborhood.
Hours
June 1 – August 31
7 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Please note: Garden entry ends at 2 p.m.
Holiday Closures
Thanksgiving Day – CLOSED
Dec. 24 & 25 – CLOSED
Dec. 31 & Jan 1 – CLOSED
Want to learn more as you explore? Download the TravelStorys app before your visit and enjoy our free, self-guided audio tour of the gardens. Hear stories about native plants, landscapes, and the history of the Wildflower Center at your own pace.
Search for “Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center” in the app to get started!
Get Tickets
Pre-purchasing tickets is strongly encouraged.
Hours
June 1 – August 31
7 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Please note: Garden entry ends at 2 p.m.
Holiday Closures
Thanksgiving Day – CLOSED
Dec. 24 & 25 – CLOSED
Dec. 31 & Jan 1 – CLOSED
Location & Parking
The Wildflower Center is located in southwest Austin at 4801 La Crosse Ave.
Parking is limited. We suggest carpooling or using a rideshare during peak hours. Please be mindful of pedestrians and avoid parking in the nearby neighborhood.
Want to learn more as you explore? Download the TravelStorys app before your visit and enjoy our free, self-guided audio tour of the gardens. Hear stories about native plants, landscapes, and the history of the Wildflower Center at your own pace.
Search for “Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center” in the app to get started!
Admission Rates
Monday – Thursday
- FREE for Members
- $15 Adults
- $12 Seniors (65+) & Military (with ID)
- $9 Youth (Ages 3 – 17)
- FREE Children 2 years and under
- FREE UT Austin faculty, staff and students (with ID)
- $3 Museums for All
Friday – Sunday
- FREE for Members
- $18 Adults
- $15 Seniors (65+) & Military (with ID)
- $12 Youth (Ages 3 – 17)
- FREE Children 2 years and under
- FREE UT Austin faculty, staff and students (with ID)
- $3 Museums for All
Reciprocal admission is available on a walk-up basis. Please show proof of your reciprocal garden membership to our kiosk staff upon arrival.
We only accept credit cards.
Safety
The Wildflower Center is committed to providing a safe environment for our staff and guests.
Need Help?
If you have any questions or need help with your reservation, please contact us at 512.232.0100 or [email protected].
Join and Save
Become a member for free admission all year.
Visitor Photo Consent
The Wildflower Center is a facility where photographs, videos, and audio recordings may occur. All persons entering the premises consent to the use of their photograph, video, image, voice, and/or likeness by the Center for promotion of our mission in any and all media and on any and all advertising platforms, in perpetuity, without remuneration.
Admission Rates
Monday – Thursday
- FREE for Members
- $15 Adults
- $12 Seniors (65+) & Military (with ID)
- $9 Youth (Ages 3 – 17)
- FREE Children 2 years and under
- FREE UT Austin faculty, staff and students (with ID)
- $3 Museums for All
Friday – Sunday
- FREE for Members
- $18 Adults
- $15 Seniors (65+) & Military (with ID)
- $12 Youth (Ages 3 – 17)
- FREE Children 2 years and under
- FREE UT Austin faculty, staff and students (with ID)
- $3 Museums for All
Reciprocal admission is available on a walk-up basis. Please show proof of your reciprocal garden membership to our kiosk staff upon arrival.
We only accept credit cards.
Location & Parking
The Wildflower Center is located in southwest Austin at 4801 La Crosse Ave.
Parking is limited. We suggest carpooling or using a rideshare during peak hours. Please be mindful of pedestrians and avoid parking in the nearby neighborhood.
Join and Save
Become a member for free admission all year.
Need Help?
If you have any questions or need help with your reservation, please contact us at 512.232.0100 or [email protected].
Visitor Photo Consent
The Wildflower Center is a facility where photographs, videos, and audio recordings may occur. All persons entering the premises consent to the use of their photograph, video, image, voice, and/or likeness by the Center for promotion of our mission in any and all media and on any and all advertising platforms, in perpetuity, without remuneration.
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