Fort Worth Botanic Garden
The oldest botanic garden in Texas, best known for its Japanese Garden with koi ponds, waterfalls, and autumn color.
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden was established in 1934 and covers about 44 hectares. It is the oldest botanic garden in Texas, with more than 20 themed gardens. The most popular is the Japanese Garden, with koi ponds, waterfalls, a tea house, and stone lanterns. Cherry blossoms in spring and maples in autumn make it especially photogenic. The terraced rose garden from the 1930s, the conservatory, and the native Texas plant garden are also worth a visit. Admission is about $12-15. Plan on 1.5-2 hours. It is near the Cultural District and can be paired with a visit to the Kimbell Art Museum on the same day.
Opening hours
8:00 AM–6:00 PM (seasonal changes)
Nearby sights
- National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
- Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
- Kimbell Art Museum
- Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
- Amon Carter Museum of American Art
- Fort Worth Zoo
- Magnolia Avenue (Near Southside)
- Sid Richardson Museum