Botanical Gardens at Asheville

Category: Botanical garden in Asheville, North Carolina

Address: 151 WT Weaver Blvd, Asheville, NC 28804, USA

Phone: +18282525190

Opening hours

Sunday: 7:30AM–8PM

Monday: 7:30AM–8PM

Tuesday: 7:30AM–8PM

Wednesday: 7:30AM–8PM

Thursday: 7:30AM–8PM

Friday: 7:30AM–8PM

Saturday: 7:30AM–8PM

Reviews

Jayla Hicks

Oct 6, 2022

It's a really nice place I liked it,it gave my mind a break I felt at peace in this place and the flowers are pretty and I thought it would be just a couple of flowers and stuff but no it's more I do recommend this place

Susan Adams

Oct 4, 2022

Beautiful quiet area and a very nice gift shop.

Jami Boone

Oct 3, 2022

Beautiful and serene. Well kept dirt walking trails are easy to navigate. Admission made it even better! (Free parking and admission!). Absolutely recommend this gem!

Earl Grae

Oct 3, 2022

Small park, but large variety of plant species and cool rock formations.

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Questions & Answers

Hiw much does it cost to visit?

josh gragg | Oct 8, 2019
Christopher Bryant | Oct 7, 2020

It is free- the Arboretum has the parking fee- different place

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There was a unique rock formation along the river. It appeares the rock had vertical lines and was "folded" does anyone know more about the geology of those rocks,?

Elizabeth Mittelstaedt | Oct 7, 2020
Botanical Gardens at Asheville | Oct 7, 2020

Thanks for your question! It was, indeed, folded. The striking rock outcropping found along the trail next to the creek is metamorphic schist, about 300 million years old. Wikipedia has an informative article about schist at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schist. The article includes a picture of a Manhattan schist outcropping in New York City's Central Park, similar to the one in the Botanical Gardens.

Can you bring dogs to the gardens?

Mark Momsen | Oct 7, 2021
Botanical Gardens at Asheville | Oct 7, 2021

No, dogs are not allowed. The Reed Creek Greenway and Glenn Creek Greenway next to the Gardens are great for dogs.

How long does it usually take to walk through?

daili bible | Oct 7, 2020
Sarah Bender Hope | Oct 7, 2020

Daili, You can make it a 20 minute visit or stay there for hours. The trails are easy to walk. The artwork is lovely. There are places to sit by the water or amongst the trees. It's lovely.

Is it possible to have a small group. 20-50 max for brunch with food we bring ? Any covered picnic areas?

Dorcas Shurberg | Oct 8, 2019
Boone Dog | Oct 8, 2019

Parking would be your biggest issue. This is a small park, with no covered shelters. It's a great park for small group walks, hikes and picnics.

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Can we drive through

Pamela Lucas | Oct 8, 2019
Aaron Curtis | Oct 8, 2019

No, it's a place to walk through. One parks at the perimeter, and walks around a mix of manicured and semi-wild parts. There's a stream running through that kids can play in.

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Are pets allowed.

Tony Graske | Oct 8, 2019
Jeff Nye | Oct 8, 2019

No

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can you bring a picnic to the botanical gardens?

A Google User | Oct 8, 2019
Elaine Smyth | Oct 8, 2019

You're welcome to bring a picnic. There are a limited number of tables and benches, and you're welcome to bring blankets and/or your own chairs. There is no food service (restaurant or cafe).

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What time closed for walk path in gardens? I think 4pm.

Amber Bryant | Oct 8, 2018
Craig Hunt | Oct 8, 2018

The visitor's center & gift shop are open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Sun. 12:00-4:00 p.m. The parking lot is closed (locked) at sunset.

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Do they have handycap carts to rent

Floyd Montie | Aug 8, 2022
Carrie Gosnell | Aug 8, 2022

I do not think so.

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How much are tickets

roger baldwin | Jul 9, 2022
Ben Hotelling | Jul 9, 2022

It’s free, no tickets

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Do you allow dogs?

Eve Anderson | May 10, 2022
Botanical Gardens at Asheville | May 10, 2022

No, sorry, but dogs are not allowed in the Gardens. You can walk your dog along the Greenway adjacent to the Gardens.

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How will the place look on January 31 2021?

Mely F | Feb 9, 2022
groucho marx | Feb 9, 2022

I went for a walk there with my boys about a week ago and it was that day it snowed a little. So, it's still a nice walk. Will try to post a pic of our walk

Is the gift shop open and are there open rest rooms? Some of us are planning to come next week

TwistedTornsTirade | Oct 7, 2021
Matt Larsen | Oct 7, 2021

As of two weeks ago, both were open.

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What restaurants near by?

Eva Terry | Oct 8, 2019
Meg Wright | Oct 8, 2019

No restaurants nearby the gardens,you'll have to go down the road....to get to restaurants...

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Can dogs walk with you, if on a leash?

Gay Hemingway | Oct 8, 2019
Botanical Gardens at Asheville | Oct 8, 2019

Sorry, no pets allowed due to the fragility of the plant collection. There is a lovely greenway adjacent to the Gardens that runs parallel to Broadway and W. T. Weaver Blvd., where many people walk their dogs.

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Can you bring dogs?

Alexandra Lemley | Oct 8, 2019
Botanical Gardens at Asheville | Oct 8, 2019

No, pets are not allowed in the Gardens. The Reed Creek/Glenn's Creek Greenway runs adjacent to the BGA, and is a great place to walk with your dog.

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Is there anything to see in botanical garden in December ?? Am planning to visit Asheville on December 7-8

Surbhit Jain | Oct 8, 2019
Gil Newell | Oct 8, 2019

No, we were just there a couple weeks ago. Its all dead now and the center was closed for the year. We spoke to a staff member and they said spring and summer are tge best times, everything will be in full bloom.

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Is there a fee to enter the gardens?

cecelia rafuls | Oct 8, 2019
SU | Oct 8, 2019

No fee for entrance or parking.

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Where restroom at Botanical Garden of Asheville? I not see 👀 map photo nothing restroom. Need made sure.

Amber Bryant | Oct 8, 2018
Deanna Reagan | Oct 8, 2018

They have a restroom but it's in the gift shop. I don't think you can get to it if the gift shop is closed.

Can vans parking for free

Larissa Hipps | Oct 8, 2018
Wren Malin | Oct 8, 2018

Parking is always free here. If it can fit inside the bounds of a traditional parking space I would say it doesn't matter what type of vehicle you have. But if it is a big van that extends beyond a standard space you might want to call ahead and make sure that there is room to accommodate you on the desired day of your visit.

what is the name of the manager or supervisor superintendand

joyce kent | Oct 8, 2018
Wren Malin | Oct 8, 2018

Jay

What is the best time in spring to visit the garden? We want to visit the Biltmore gardens on the same trip.

Ed Branson | Oct 8, 2018
michaelj0223 | Oct 8, 2018

April through june is nice for the gardens. Get on Biltmore's web site and schedule vlsit during the flower festival.

There is a mushroom guide in ashville do you know who he is

Hope Jewell | Oct 8, 2017
michaelj0223 | Oct 8, 2017

Charlotte Kaplan. Well known. NC Arboretum has her number.

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