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Olbrich Botanical Gardens

Garden, Sculpture Garden, and Performing Arts Venue

Madison

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Ranked #3 for performing arts venues in Madison
"You absolutely cannot skip the Thai Pavilion if you're here."(5 Tips)
"The conservatory is dated."(4 Tips)
"Incredible free garden with beautiful outdoor displays."(3 Tips)
"... in the dome, while the outdoor gardens are free and great for meandering around..."(4 Tips)

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Alexander OlcottAugust 18, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Incredible free garden with beautiful outdoor displays. The indoor garden is also great, it does have a small fee though. Make sure to go to the Thai garden it is amazing.
Erin JonesJuly 8, 2013
It's worth the $2 to see the amazing assortment of tropical plants in the dome, while the outdoor gardens are free and great for meandering around with kids
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Melody McMichaelOctober 6, 2016
Pretty outdoor free gardens, great to walk around or sit on a shady bench. Herb garden has a really large variety of plants!
Melody McMichaelOctober 6, 2016
Free outdoor gardens, nice place to walk around or sit on a bench in the shade. Herb garden has a lot of neat varieties.
Matthew MacAugust 14, 2014
Beauty abounds in plentiful outdoor spaces. The wooden arbor is completely brilliant. Who knew?
Laura WJuly 29, 2017
16 acres of manicured gardens along with an indoor conservatory. Just southeast of the Botanical Gardens is a new beer garden.
CSeptember 7, 2015
The botanical garden is definitely worth the 2 USD. Bring a camera, & take lots of pictures. Climb the tower also!
PhotographySchools.comApril 11, 2011
We recommend you bike here! The paths leading directly to the gardens see sights such as community gardens and coops. Be sure to save some film for the gardens--the colorful foliage is striking.
Carol BarthNovember 1, 2013
Been here 50+ times
Story time here is amazing! The teacher is great & the craft activities are outstanding. Register early as classes fill quickly.
Chicken RubberApril 10, 2020
I lost my virginity at this place. It was romantic, yet brutallic! If it wasn't for all the infestations and feces on the grounds, I would of been able to clear up this syphilis sooner than NEVER!
Melody McMichaelOctober 6, 2016
Free outdoor gardens. Pretty any time of the year, the herb garden has a ton of varieties
Ferdinand GaudJuly 16, 2023
A good place to go for a walk. Can get a bit crowded at times.
Casey KellerSeptember 5, 2014
There's a lot of things to see here, make sure you don't miss anything!
Alexander OlcottMay 29, 2015
Been here 25+ times
The Thai pavilion is beautiful. In the winter the conservatory will help warm you up.
Yoli ZOctober 14, 2015
You absolutely cannot skip the Thai Pavilion if you're here. You'll kick yourself otherwise. It's magical
Katie M.August 8, 2012
Spent hours here and loved it! Not necessary to purchase tickets to see the butterfly garden, but it is neat.
Kate FurmanJuly 6, 2016
Free to explore the grounds, the tropical garden admission is $2.
Jessie WNovember 17, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Great place for taking in the outdoors! Must see the Thai pavilion
Charles KochMay 31, 2016
Not just a summer destination. The gardens seem to change with every week. Visit often...it's free!
DK GeblerApril 27, 2010
Check out the Thai Pavilion & Garden. It was a gift from the Thai Government and the Thai Chapter of the Wisconsin Alumni Association. Great for photography, fun for the kids. Read more
Marcela KapferJuly 21, 2014
Blooming Butterflies Event....overpriced! But, the outside gardens are very nice.
Carol Kleiber ToomSeptember 8, 2015
Absolutely gorgeous place! Loved it every piece of it!
JH H-DMay 12, 2016
So much to see all year round. Stunning
Pat NunemakerSeptember 25, 2015
Lovely relaxing surroundings
Amy RobertsonMay 9, 2016
The gardens are great for 1-2 hours. The conservatory is dated.
Olga KirilchukMay 27, 2012
By far the prettiest gardens I have seen, and the outside is free $)))
Super ZuMay 23, 2010
Had a great time here on mother's day, plenty of photo ops and mom loved it. Always free and open to the public!
TJ KOctober 5, 2014
Nice, free outdoor botanical garden.
Matthew TaubNovember 18, 2015
Beautiful free garden in Madison.
Carol BarthOctober 1, 2013
Been here 50+ times
The new bathrooms are amazing! Check them out!
Dawn SMarch 21, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Last day of the Spring Flower Show is today. Don't forget to walk over the only Thai pavilion in the continental United States as well
Travis BurtonAugust 2, 2013
A great place to walk around and center one's self.
GA RJuly 5, 2013
Great place for photography.
Niharika ShahJanuary 19, 2015
Wander the paths and trails!
Dougie CyanideAugust 12, 2014
Been here 50+ times
I love voting here!
Your 5th AuntAugust 5, 2011
Butterfly garden is disappointing & a waste of your time & money. Much prefer the beautiful outdoor garden.
Colby MoorbergMarch 13, 2016
The Conservatory is closed for maintenance until March 18.
Alena BryhanJanuary 26, 2013
Pretty fantastic!
Lindsay EllisOctober 8, 2015
Horticulture
Dawn MortimerOctober 27, 2011
Think about checking out the Madison B Cycle

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