A wide variety of plant life and ecosystems, plus 2.5 miles of walking trails. Make memories at Houston Botanic Garden. Family friendly. Support. Educate.
The Houston Botanic Garden is a 132-acre outdoor living museum located along Sims Bayou in Houston, TX, built on the site of a former public golf course. It features themed gardens including a Global Collection Garden, Culinary Garden, Stormwater Wetlands, Coastal Prairie, Pine Grove, and the Susan Garver Family Discovery Garden, showcasing plants from around the world — from tropical and subtropical to edible and medicinal species. The Garden's mission is to enrich life through discovery, education, and the conservation of plants and the natural environment. It offers educational programs, hands-on workshops, nature-themed art exhibitions, volunteer opportunities, and community events for people of all ages. Affordable access options are available, including a Museums for All program for SNAP recipients.