Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

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    (512) 292-4100

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4801 La Crosse Ave (Sundrop Valley Dr) Austin , TX 78739 United States

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Linda Seymour-Whitten

Great places for kids to explore & learn about nature. There were more butterflies in the gardens then we have ever seen elsewhere outside. I loved the sound of the wind chimes.

Visit Austin

Check out the Family Garden . The area includes more than a dozen interactive features made of natural materials including a maze made of native shrubs and a grotto with caves and a waterfall . Read more

HISTORY

This special place exists to introduce people to the beauty and diversity of wildflowers and other native plants. The Wildflower Center brings life to Mrs. Johnson's vision in its public gardens .

Elizabeth Hall

One of the most beautiful and well planned gardens in the USA and best garden in Austin!

Luke

A true treasure that stuns in spring and summer. Lots of #nofilter opportunities here and always something in bloom.

Fabiano Fritzen

A beautiful place to visit, specially during springtime. By the way, the owl at the main entrance has just had babies! A must see scene! ????

Sam Melnick

Lots of beautiful flowers and plants! It's a lot bigger than it first looks and offers something a little different every time you visit.

Austin American-Statesman

The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, operated by the University of Texas , showcases the beauty of Texas' Hill Country , as well as South and West Texas, in 16 gardens .

Montanna Smith

During the summer go to Nature Nights on Thursdays. The lectures are worth the trip 100x over, and it's free.

Melanie W.

The wildflower center is a must visit if you're visiting from out of town . Beautifully maintained.

Lauren Patterson

Eat at the cafe ! The hibicious tea and salads are cheap and to die for! And let the kids get ice cream :)

Josh A

Great spot for a walk or to see beautiful flora of Central Texas.

Dora

The Little House Courtyard is perfect for young kids - a well-shaded area with tree stump stools, a framed hut, and large pots for digging up plastic lizards and insects. Powered by ParentsConnect.com

Macey H

Beautiful gardens and a great café ! Love spending afternoons here.

Jon Darveau

If you are in Austin in the Springtime this is a must see place, you won't be disappointed.

Austin Fine Properties

Best place to see the spring bluebonnets and all the other amazing wildflowers Texas has to offer!

Troy Flint

Beautiful regional floral. Use the QR code reader to access the mobile tour .

Lee Francis

The Luminations Celebration every December is a must do for any Austinite!

HISTORY

Former first lady, Helen Hayes, founded this organization in 1982. In 2006 this Center became an Organized Research Unit of the University of Texas at Austin.

Mackenzie Walsh Purma

Great trails to hike and the arboretum trail has amazing swings !

Dan Houdek

Check out Nature Nights every Thursday night at 6:00 pm over the summer.

Charly Simmons

Several nice places to sit at peace .

Karen

Free Thursday. New family garden very nice.

Amit shah

Amazing place...need patience n lot of time

Antonio Fuentez

Great place to have a wedding

Nikon USA

Stopping to smell the roses ? When photographing flowers , use your camera’s Macro mode for a close-up view .

Hannah Bingham

Not open Monday's! Can't believe we came all the way out here without checking first!

Sandra Bunch

this area has 23 display gardens and a picnic area that I am looking forward to relaxing in...

Maddie

So beautiful!

Sugar Foot

It's amazing

Aaron Montana

January is free admission month. Also the cafe is really very good.

Magda P

Gorgeous venue for weddings !

Kat L

Skip...go to Zulker park instead.

Xavier Snowman

Why are the reviews so positive? There were no flowers at all and the place is tiny. I'm so confused

 Deon Parcon

Breath of fresh air !

Kara Campbell

Visit on July 25, 2010 for Lady Bird Tribute Day!!! Admission will be FREE!!! Read more

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I thought this would be more compact, with just formal wildflower gardens. I'm considering getting an annual membership, so I can return and walk all of the paths during all of the seasons. - Amanda

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