San Antonio Botanical Garden

Category: Botanical garden in San Antonio, Texas

Address: 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX 78209, USA

Phone: +12105361400

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–7PM

Monday: 9AM–7PM

Tuesday: 9AM–7PM

Wednesday: 9AM–7PM

Thursday: 9AM–9PM

Friday: 9AM–7PM

Saturday: 9AM–7PM

Reviews

whiteandnerdytuba

Oct 9, 2022

Way bigger than it looks on a map. Has a very nice balance of stuff to look at. Their drinks at the entrance are insulting. 4 dollar water etc

Donna Morgan

Oct 8, 2022

This place is beautiful. I definitely got my steps in. Highly recommend.

Tommy Bandy

Oct 8, 2022

Had a wonderful few hours wandering through the beautiful exhibits....would love to see everything bloom in the spring.

Anett Matz

Oct 5, 2022

You should be good on foot. I liked the vegetable garden the best.

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Questions & Answers

How much does it cost to go in

Xenia Ochoa | Oct 9, 2018
Drew Ayling | Oct 9, 2018

Yes. $12 for adults. Check the website for other prices.

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Is it wheelchair accessible?

Luz Gonzales | Oct 9, 2018
Elizabeth Gohde | Oct 9, 2018

Yes it is All gardens are accessable at SA Botanical

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Is there a brunch dinning

Rose BOLADO | Oct 9, 2018
James Johnston | Oct 9, 2018

Yes

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Can I take food for a picnic?

Elida Luna | Oct 9, 2018
Marcus W | Oct 9, 2018

Yes and its a great idea to do so.

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If I am going with my daughter on a school field trip on May 14th, how would I pay for my tickets?

Martin Jaimes | Oct 9, 2019
Janet Hurwitz | Oct 9, 2019

Check with the teachers; maybe they are buying as a group for students, teachers and chaperones. Otherwise, there's a kiosk when you get there.

Do they have benches to rest every once in a while?

Mom 1974 | Oct 9, 2018
Carlos Morales (Manu) | Oct 9, 2018

They do, and have additional activities to keep you in one place if that is what you wish (talking about gardening, flowers, etc.)

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Are service dogs allowed?

Judy Roberts | Oct 9, 2018
Erik | Oct 9, 2018

Yes.

How much is it for a wedding ceremony?

Chanel Mershon | Oct 9, 2019
Zach Oliver | Oct 9, 2019

That is a question for the staff at the park

Is the park pet friendly?

John Guerra | Oct 9, 2018
Julie Guzman | Oct 9, 2018

Only on "Dog Days". They happen several times a year.

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Can you bring wine for your picnic?

TKDJOSH | Oct 9, 2018
Yib | Oct 9, 2018

Yes

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Is there place to eat

Lupe Alegria | Nov 12, 2021
Gigi B | Nov 12, 2021

Yes. Jardin, elevated restaurant owned by Chef Jason Dady. Reservations recommended.

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Is filming for a youtube video allowed here? I have a dance group and we would like to film here.

Juliette White | Oct 8, 2021
Diana Alcocer | Oct 8, 2021

You would need to contact staff at Botanical Gardens.

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Can I buy my ticket at the gate?

Olivia Hernandez | Oct 8, 2021
Frank Fitzpatrick | Oct 8, 2021

Yes. You can buy tickets at the gate or online.

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Neat.. And lots of space and walking ..

Belinda Casillas | Oct 9, 2019
NZT TZN | Oct 9, 2019

Free parking. Bring good walking shoes and water bottles and shades. 😎

What is the wire looking structure in the garden that looks like a cone?

Patricia Zemp | Oct 9, 2019
Mina M. | Oct 9, 2019

If its the upside down cone structure the its a buidling for tropical trees.

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What days is it free?

Sue McCullough | Oct 9, 2019
John KENNEDY | Oct 9, 2019

No free days.

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At what age do you consider a senior ?

Hermila Mermea | Oct 9, 2018
Stacy T | Oct 9, 2018

The website says senior pricing is 65 and older

Can you take beer or wine for a picnic? Wondering for the 4th of July celebration.

Breanna Slavin | Oct 9, 2018
Chris Castillo | Oct 9, 2018

Yes. You can take coolers with drinks as well as food to the 2018 4th of July fireworks celebration. Yes.

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Is the whole area wheelchair accessible or just parts of the garden?

Desi Rodri | Oct 9, 2018
Robert Hamer | Oct 9, 2018

Mainly, yes.

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Is concealed carry allowed at the botanical gardens

Ralph Nevarez | Oct 9, 2018
Speedsk8r | Oct 9, 2018

I think you'll be just fine...

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Can you take photos for a portrait on the premise?

cordelia l. ramon | Oct 9, 2017
Jessi Gower | Oct 9, 2017

Yes!

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I heard that you can go in and take pictures like for prom and not be charged. Is this correct?

MEGAN STADLER | May 11, 2022
Ramon Pena | May 11, 2022

You have to pass the entrance fee

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What days are "dog days"?

Spooky_Girl13 | Apr 11, 2022
Jeannell Davila | May 11, 2022

Sunday April 18th

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May I bring my pet?

AE Baker | Apr 11, 2022
Anne Margaret White | May 11, 2022

No pets allowed

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What time of year is the water feature on in the kids garden area? Is it a Memorial Day to Labor Day thing?

David Ault | Apr 11, 2022
KC Fo | Apr 11, 2022

Yes it was on today

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Can you take pictures behind the small waterfall area?

Yanderis Paniagua | Apr 11, 2022
ItsJakeBrahhh | Apr 11, 2022

Yes you can!

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can we buy dear tolerant seeds or flowers from the Botanical Gardens?

Paul Cruz | Mar 12, 2022
Julia Allen | Mar 12, 2022

I don't remember seeing any at the gift shop, but when I go again I will look

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Can we have picnics ? Thinking of planning a trip for my daughters 15th bday. .

RachelT | Jan 11, 2022
PrimordialTerra | Jan 11, 2022

No outside food or drink is allowed, and the gardens are by paid admission only. You are able to rent out spaces for private events if you would like to plan ahead of time, and set up something special like your daughter's birthday! The venues are gorgeous.

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Are tickets for retired military discounted? If so what is the code?

Diane Thomas | Jan 11, 2022
Taylor Bell | Jan 11, 2022

Yes. I don't know the code. Call and ask.

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I can take my dog

David Tresege | Jan 11, 2022
Taylor Bell | Jan 11, 2022

No dogs allowed

A year membership pass how much does it cost

Irma Gonzales | Dec 12, 2021
Michelle Bybee | Dec 12, 2021

I believe for one person it is $65 but can run up to $150+ once you start adding family & friends. I am on the "Friend" plan membership which covers three regular members + an extra friend for $150 for a whole year. Plus you get discounts to special events & at the gift shop.

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is the light festival on every night of the week from now till christmas>

edith dossmann | Dec 12, 2021
Angelica S. | Dec 12, 2021

Yes from 5:45 to 9

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Can you ride scooters?

Gregory Styles | Oct 8, 2021
Aaron Forland | Oct 8, 2021

Not the place for wheeled recreational vehicles of any kind (says lifelong skater/cyclist.) Only the aforementioned ADA-compliant equipment required for mobility by some folks is allowed. Enjoy some nature, undistracted!

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Is it possible to picnic on the grounds?

Deborah Hanus | Oct 8, 2021
Mike Rota | Oct 8, 2021

I believe so but call ahead and find out for sure

Is there a charge to go on the San Antonio Botanical Gardens Grounds? Or just in the Glass enclosed areas. Are the walkways free?

Tina Buerck | Oct 8, 2021
Eve Sanchez | Oct 8, 2021

I think it's too pricey. I advise to go to the Japanese Tea Garden it's free! Its about 2 miles away.

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Are there food vendors or restaurants there

Lupe Alegria | Oct 8, 2020
Jennifer Choy | Oct 8, 2020

Yes. Ice cream and small snacks at gift shop. Restaurant also as others have said 👍

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Do they have wheelchairs available to rent?

Maribel Trillo | Oct 8, 2020
SEOT'TRA NEWBY | Oct 8, 2020

YES THERE R WHEELCHAIRS PROVIDED ON A FIRST COME BASIS. 4 WHEEL CHAIRS R THERE. YOU MUST PROVIDE ID. ALSO THERE R BENCHES.

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Hi I would like to know how much is it to have a small wedding ceremony

Teresa Rodriguez | Oct 8, 2020
Zulma Tedesco | Oct 8, 2020

Idid

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Are wedding ceremonies allowed?

Relaxed Cow | Oct 9, 2019
Marcus Lamb | Feb 10, 2022

I certainly believe so. I have also seen plenty of sweet sixteens and quinceaneras photo sessions too. It is a beautiful place to celebrate such occasions.

How long the tour lasts

Herminia Flores | Oct 9, 2019
Latoya Allen | Oct 9, 2019

1 to 3+ hours

What age is a person considered an adult?

Ariena Cosme | Oct 9, 2019
Keith Herald | Oct 9, 2019

I would guess it would be 18, but I'm not sure.

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Are there patio-like or shaded areas? It's hot out.

Naquisha Blue | Oct 9, 2019
Mae Christina Guerra | Oct 9, 2019

Yes there is Naquisha. They have like a picnic area and several shaded areas with benches you can sit on.

Can I walk my dog there on a leash?

Margaret Stanley | Oct 9, 2019
Ron Sobala | Oct 9, 2019

No pets...

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Is there RV parking?

A T | Oct 9, 2019
Mitra Esmaeili | Oct 9, 2019

No it has a big parking lot.

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Have a discount for old persons ?

Ricardo Himede | Oct 9, 2019
Leonid Shteyngart | Oct 9, 2019

Unexpected gem, small, but wonderful, well taken care of. You can tell that people who manage the garden, love it. We will be visiting the place everytime we are in San Antonio.

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Is there any discounts for City employees to get in?

Julia Favre | Oct 9, 2019
Tanya Rono | Oct 9, 2019

No

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Any free days?

Adrian Nino | Oct 9, 2018
Veronica Garza | Oct 9, 2018

No free days.

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Is it wheel chair friendly?

Mary Myers | Oct 9, 2018
Bonnie Balmer | Oct 9, 2018

Yes, pathways and most buildings.

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Is there a Via bus that can take me there?

Sandra Shannon | Oct 9, 2018
rendasosa | Oct 9, 2018

i saw public transportation passin by a few blocks away, but nothing direct. You should try to check SanAntoinio's public transportation.

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Never been to the Botanical Gardens, my mother likes plants are we aloud to cut what is grown there don't want to get into trouble.

Sandra Shannon | Oct 9, 2018
Amie Luna | Oct 9, 2018

No you're not allowed to cut any of the plants

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I want to take pictures here for my sweet 16, Do you know how much it would cost?

Anna Ramirez | Oct 9, 2018
Victoria | Oct 9, 2018

Details found on their site, youre free to take pictures there but you still need to pay the entrance fee. I paid $10.

Can we do fashion photography here?

Rachel Barboza | Oct 9, 2018
Carolyn | Oct 9, 2018

Yes, it is a beautiful spot. I would call them first to see if you have to make reservations.

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Where is the fireworks and how much to get in

carolyn adams | Oct 9, 2018
Ruth Chisum | Oct 9, 2018

It's sold out!

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how many fruit tress are there

Deborah Ogburn | Oct 9, 2018
Ron Sprouse | Oct 9, 2018

There are several fruit trees in the Orangerie outside the Fern Grotto in the Conservatory.

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Which days and at what times is it least busy?

Isaac Armendariz | Oct 9, 2018
Charlotte Minar | Oct 9, 2018

The earlier the better, beat the heat and the crowds.

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does the garden have courtesy wheel chairs?

Solveig Turpin | Oct 9, 2018
Luis Corral | Oct 9, 2018

No courtesy wheelchairs.

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how much does it cost

Sandra DeLeon | Oct 9, 2018
Grace Gonzalez | Oct 9, 2018

For seniors its $10 kids 3 and up $9 under 3 free and adults is $12 military is also $10

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Are they open on sundays?

Alice Sterle | Oct 9, 2018
Victoria DeLeon | Oct 9, 2018

yes

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How much does it cost to go in

Dora Mejia | Oct 9, 2018
Resan Payne | Oct 9, 2018

$12 for adults,children from 3-13 is $9, below 3 is free, senior citizen $10,military active or retired is $10 and students with ID $10 also

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Do they have a student discount?

Nicole Hill | Oct 9, 2018
Spero Constantine | Oct 9, 2018

Yes and military

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Do we have to pay to go ?

Paw Dah | Oct 9, 2018
Elaine Gonzales | Oct 9, 2018

Yes

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Does this establishment have transport chairs for elderly?

Bill Spang | Oct 9, 2018
Elizabeth Gohde | Oct 9, 2018

They do have wheel chair to rent

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If we entered the garden before 5, when it comes 5 o clock closing time, will they make us leave? Or may we leave on our own?

Alex Echeverria | Oct 9, 2018
Carlos Morales (Manu) | Oct 9, 2018

They will show you out

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Can you spread ashes

Linda Moreno | Oct 9, 2018
Sam B | Oct 9, 2018

If you sneak it, you can do it for sure.

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Is the park accessible after 5 or does the entire facility close at 5?

Breanna Logan | Oct 9, 2018
LouAnn Presas | Oct 9, 2018

They're open year round 9-5 (except Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year's day) and late for special events like movies and concerts.

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is there a butterfly sanctuary

Julia Barrera | Oct 9, 2018
Susan Nadler | Oct 9, 2018

There is a butterfly and hummingbird section. It is open air, not enclosed.

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Is there food in the new addition?

Kellis Chandler | Oct 9, 2018
Me Notu | Oct 9, 2018

When I was there a few weeks ago they had several food trucks there. That was the only food service I saw at the time.

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Could you have a private event here such as renting it for a wedding and if so who could I contact?

Erica “Arie” McDonald | Oct 9, 2018
amber hauer | Oct 9, 2018

Yes, pricing online and on site

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Is the restaurant open?

Tammy Sims | Oct 9, 2018
Rich Scheffler | Oct 9, 2018

It just opened in the new section

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Is there an entrance fee

Emma Sophia | Oct 9, 2017
Angel Guardian | Oct 9, 2017

Yes. $12 for adult. Not sure if other prices.

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Are bee raising classes offered

sarah ewing | Oct 9, 2017
Marina Lang | Oct 9, 2017

Check the web site and you will have the most accurate answer .

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