San Antonio Botanical Garden Admission Ticket

I suggest you purchase tickets directly through the venue. I paid over $20 extra and could have used the military discount there. I wasn’t able to through Viator. The experience was enjoyable, but I was kicking myself that I spent way more money than I needed to.

Good if you’re traveling with kids who need to blow off steam. If you like trees you’ll enjoy it. I go to see beautiful, colorful flowers which were lacking here. The plaques were terrible. They featured the name of a donor, but minimal info about the plants. The Japanese Tea Garden is a better option for beautiful flowers.

We went to the botanic gardens on Monday. All indoor exhibits were closed. There are no plaques on outdoor plants to tell you what species it is. Very few blooming flowers. We were highly disappointed for having to spend $16 per person.

First, there are no signs as to where the entrance/ticket gates are. Crucial because you cannot see it from the street level, it is hidden above on a hill. So many lots to park, several buildings, we parked several times and walked, wondering…. Finally saw a tourist bus to confirm at least we were in the correct area. Some workers saw us and were not surprised we were lost. Second, couple places we closed due to renovation but also like the cafe, it is off season now. The gift shop was open and cute, had some refreshments. Third, not thinking, since we just moved her from Florida, this is not the season to see blooms. Pretty dead except a few inside the Conservatories. Still a nice place to stroll in peace, when the school buses and kids were gone. There’s a lake, turtles, ducks, a nice view from a high tower, outdoor theatre, much to discover. Always want to support parks like this but next time will wait for the season. Tip: Not much for younger kids, a complaining toddler followed us as parents tried to convince him it was Disneyland. Be ready for a couple hills to push strollers through.

We have gone for several years as it was on our must do Christmas list. It was fantastic up until our last visit. They did away with the Christmas theme altogether and now have replaced it with a quirky butterfly and nature theme. Just not the same. Very disappointed!

We enjoyed our visit to the San Antonio Botanical Garden, but it would be much better in spring or summer (or during the evening for the lighted program). Several of the conservatories were not open due to maintenance activities. The ones that were very very pretty. The Texas landscapes were a highlight. Was fun to see three different regions all in one place.

Very nice space on Hop off Hop on bus line. Interesting interaction with sculptures. Friendly alternative and quite reflective space.

This place is a rip off and a joke. $22.00 per person to see dead plants, mostly with no placard to identify them, and a staff of all volunteers who know nothing about the plants they are killing. Yes a military/ veteran discount of $2. But what does $2 buy?

We spent the morning at the San Antonio Botanical Garden. Very nice gardens and a super cute art installation that recently opened featuring "Bunnies,Birds and Butterflies" by artist, Hunt Slonerm.,

We had a few hours to kill before a late afternoon plane. We went here and it was quite a surprise. The place is larger than you think. And it is divided into areas with a very diverse variety of plants. Their indoor spaces were not large, but they made the most of those showcases. Loved the design of the buildings around each other, with sunken outdoor area in between. There were many kids here, and I don't think there's enough for kids to enjoy this place (though there was a small area specifically for kids). We are so glad we toured this garden and we'll go back when we're in town again.

San Antonio is often lacking in appropriate signage that helps direct non-natives, or tourists like me. The botanical gardens is just one more sterling example of inadequate signage. There's a lot of maintenance going on, including closing of restrooms, again, without signage to indicate the restroom you are trying to navigate towards is not open. The gardens are lovely.

We visited while a new exhibit was being installed and were still able to experience the beautiful gardens. What a lovely visit. My 4-year-old son enjoyed it too. The grounds are very well maintained and it was very clean. Would be nice if they had printed maps so that we could visit all areas, but we used our phones. Also, check to see if you get a shared membership before visiting (we did with the Dallas Arboretum).

Gardens are lovely, lots of trails and plenty to see. Most wheelchair accessible. Hard to choose a favorite spot! No senior discount but moderate prices.

The San Antonio Botanical Gardens property is extensive - nearly 40 acres to explore. It is atypical from other botanical gardens we've been to. Large parts of it are very arid and planted with cactus and succulents, and there's also a wooded area that has native Texas plants and some historical Texas cabins. We hiked around quite a bit in the heat until we discovered the pretty colorful formal gardens; if you're short on time, I'd recommend going to that area first. It's really lush and beautiful. We especially enjoyed the large wisteria arbor that covers the entry to the gardens. The rose garden looked like it would be fantastic in the spring, but nothing much was blooming when we were there. I'd recommend getting on their mailing list before your visit; they offer a number of activities and events on their calendar. There were origami classes when we were visiting, playing off the origami sculpture exhibit that's currently on display. We'd love to go back and take some of their cooking classes or one of their late night activities where you can enjoy cocktails in the gardens or create water lanterns in the Japanese garden. I'd recommend wearing good walking shoes when you visit and bringing a water bottle with you. There's a nice gift shop where you can purchase drinks and snacks if needed. Signage could be improved a bit so definitely grab a map at the front entrance. As far as pricing, we felt it was a little expensive at $15 per person, but it is a large property with a lot to offer. I'd love to go back in the spring when more of the plants will be in bloom.

Our visit was on Oct 22 and the weather was perfect! Mostly sunny and warm, the ideal time to see the plants at their best! The variety is amazing and there is so much more to see, too. The origami exhibits placed around the gardens were fascinating. I was interested to see purple porterweed as it attracted many butterflies. The modern buildings are striking in design and the folly at the top of the hill became a goal. It was helpful to have paved paths that climbed without stairs throughout the grounds and lots of benches to rest upon. (We are older and have mobility issues.) Informational signs were well done. We didn't know bison might charge a storm! There is a log building and water channels from historic times. So much to see and do! A gourmet restaurant recently opened on the site so we enjoyed lunch there. We shared a half-dozen appetizers that were awesome! Then we topped it off with a truly wonderful dessert that was really over the top! Special thanks to Abery (sp?) for her exceptional service even though she wasn't our server. She is a unique gem. Our waitress, Cydney, was really friendly, informative and sweet, too. When we left, we felt so very pampered!

Absolutely beautiful, and a must see. Great for families, couples, or just a relaxing stroll on your own. Beautiful sights and would gladly go again!

We have lived here for over 10 years and never knew about this place. We went on a Saturday morning around 11 am. We were really looking for something to pass the time with a 4 year old. This place hit the spot! Lots of different walking paths! We were here for about 3 hours and walked just under 3.5 miles. My personal favorite part was the Texas Native Trails. I was very interested in the native houses they have there. I felt like a lot of people were just passing them up and not really paying attention to them. After reading the house descriptions these are actually houses that were taken apart meticulously and transported to the Botanical Gardens. I thought it was amazing to see what the different types of homes were like and how they were constructed back in the day. Our granddaughter really enjoyed the Lake, the Overlook and Acequia. The lake has a lot of fish and turtles. If we had known we would have brought some old bread so she could have fed the fish. You can not bring outside drinks in. You can purchase bottled water their, and there are several refillable water stations along the way. We will definitely be recommending this place to friends and family when they visit.

Beautiful and friendly staff! I really enjoyed myself! I would highly recommend a visit to this place!!

I was so surprised at how many neat little things there was to do here. Since I'm a member of the Dallas Arboretum, I was able to get free reciprocal entry with my membership. There is a nice little cafe and shop as well as a garden shop. The trails are mostly paved and well taken care of so wandering the areas was pleasant. At the time of our visit, they had a Big Bug exhibit with giant works of art for photo-ops and scarecrows. We also found some playhouses and kid's activities along the trails including a stage with sitting area. On the lawns they had some various activities for kids (like hula-hoops). In the back of the garden they had historical cabins, giant furniture, and a giant chess set. Throughout the gardens there were a lot of nice areas for small groups and pavilions. I will definitely return next Spring to see all the beautiful flowers blooming. 14 year old - Enjoyed the chess set 10 year old - Enjoyed the giant chairs and the big bugs 5 year old - Enjoyed the giant chairs and the stage (with props)

Loved the indoor plant exhibits. All the outside ones were a pleasure to walk around. Layout of park is great.

Wondferful place to see! The only thing is remember to use restroom before since unless you buy sonething from the shop they won't let you use facilities.

Want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city? This is your place. Bring a picnic and enjoy the amazing variety of plants and vegetation. Lots of great events here too throughout the year.

Husband and I went here to enjoy a Sunday afternoon together. The place has unique greenhouses filled with some very tall trees and all kind of plants I can't remember the names of. The outside grounds with different types of gardens to walk through were interesting and beautiful. We enjoyed a walk around the large pond area surrounded by different types of trees that had signs telling what it was. There were also some recreated homes replicating what they were historically. There was also a large outdoor childrens area we knew our grand kids would love to have explored. It was a good way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

I was excited to see the Botanical Gardens of San Antonio today. Trip Advisor said the price for a senior ticket is $10 (perhapsthat price is only good if booked on Trip Advisor? ). I discovered that there is no senior discount. The admission price is $15. I was very disappointed with what I saw today. Due to construction, it was difficult to navigate throughout the gardens. I had to backtrack a few times. Poor signage didn't help! Also it was difficult to know which plants the signs were referring to. Very few plants were blooming. I left within 1 hour sadly disappointed. At one point I returned to the entrance to get help with directions. Even those directions were unclear!

This garden is relatively small but very well laid out and so pretty. We enjoyed strolling along the pathways. They have enclosed areas with different types of gardens and plants in each enclosure. The garden was so peaceful and the weather was perfect. A very enjoyable trip. Admission is $12 or $10 for people 65 or over. We took the VIVA bus #11B to get there from Alamo Plaza. The bus is $2.75/person for an all day pass or $1.30/ride. The bus also stops at the art museum, the zoo and a few other places before it stops in front of the botanical garden. The botanical garden also has a free parking lot if you prefer to drive there.

Really interesting visit but extremely hot. Go in morning if possible try to check calendar of events. Great place for photography & educational.

Acres of examples of trees, flowers and hardscapes. Fun for the whole family. Small children were having a wonderful time splashing in small brooks, exploring playhouses and letting their parents enjoy the quiet gardens. Great gift shop with opportunity to buy plants. Regions were well represented from deserts to hill country to rivers. Would recommend going when temperatures are cooler.

Spent the day enjoying all the beautiful gardens & displays. Hummingbirds & butterflies were all over the place. There was a seasonal exhibit of "Big Bugs" made of wood that were spectacular. Well worth the $12 admission.

If you are in San Antonio and want an outdoor experience this is a good stop. You can do it in less than two hours and still enjoy it. It was in bloom at the end of the summer which was nice. And a very cool bug sculpture set of exhibits. Worth the time.

My wife and I visited this past week and we had a great time looking at all the different plant life, there was also a little place for kids to get their feet wet and play in the water on a hot day.

I was very impressed with this place. If you enjoy nature then this place is a wonderful place to visit

It is a very beautiful garden, it has endemic plants and plants from different places. It is very well laid out and largely accessible for wheelchairs. It has large areas of shaded trees, which is appreciated in the San Antonio summer heat. A quiet place. To enjoy with the family.