I spent several days here, I'm from out of state. It is wonderful that they collaborate with other gardens around the country, so if you have a membership at an affiliate place you get two free entries and then a reduced price. This is a must see for anyone!
Very nice botanic gardens. Visiting the rain-forest enclosure is a must!
Huge, full with plants, beautiful designs, and a great cafe
Of the best gardens in the USA. Very beautiful Japanese gardens! My wife and I just love spending time in the tropical gardens during the winter !! So much cheaper by buying the anual pass and trust me- you ll definitely want to return for all of the seasons!! this place changes All the time because of the huge variety of plants!!
Love the botanic gardens, plus the sculptures on display
We ve come here a come of times and I had no idea there is a little staircase up around a tree nor the secret staircase to see the little ducks. Enter into the building with the waterfall river and head upstairs to explore!
The only con is that I wish they had a more interactive play place for the kiddos. Even if it was just a small area where they could dig in the dirt and learn about gardening etc. I think a mini splash pad would be a bigger hit though
Absolutely lovely. The garden's have free days and awesome seasonal events. You will not regret an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle.
Amazing place to relax, learn, bring friends or out of town guests.
Their holiday event was fantastic. We found parking in the garage and it was an easy walk.
Stunning and full of so many diverse species! A lot bigger than I thought too. Bring a camera!
We visited for the light show they have every holiday season, and it was well worth the $16. I also recommend getting the special glasses for an extra $2. MUCH BETTER THAN ZOO LIGHTS.
I absolutely loved the tropical room and the orchid showcase! The orchids and citrus plants smelled amazing. I went on a snowy day so I didn't see much of the outdoor gardens, but it's definitely something to look forward to in the Spring.
Beautiful orchid display going on tight now at the gardens!
We attended Blossoms of Light on Christmas eve, and it was glorious! The organization of the volunteers made this event safe and enjoyable for all. The lights were creatively done and the gardens were transformed into a magical wonderland!
The flowers and trees were gorgeous. There were ample bathroom around and the sculptures were amazing to see. Pictures of sculptures are not allowed though.
Always new and different. Beautiful and so refreshing to take a walk and just enjoy natural beauty.
Love this place! My company has a quarterly meeting there.
I liked the garden its simple and cute, great for family time and the pavilion had delicious food
We've been twice now, once for Halloween and once for their tulip festival and both times were very enjoyable and worth the price of admission. We will definitely go back for other seasonal events as well as just to see the regular displays.
This garden is lovely with a lot of variety including some indoor displays. The staff was extremely welcoming and helpful. I imagine in the winter months you would see less plant life but it's still a nice place to walk around. Don't miss the Chihuly glass sculpture in the back of the gardens.
One of Denver's best attractions. Wonderful plant collections and displays. Must see when you are in Denver.
Simply gorgeous. The grounds are amazing, well-kept, and stunning. We were there for 2 hours before we had to leave to catch a flight, and didn't even come close to seeing everything.
Extraordinary park! Huge park, lots of diverse plants, and great walk. It doesn't get better than this!
Holy cow this place is amazing. By far the best in the country!
What a lovely big garden! If I loved here I would get an annual pass. So quaint, welcoming, and peaceful. The staff was very nice and sweet, and made sure we knew where everything was. The Japanese garden and tea House was amazing!
Huge. Tons of plants and interesting flowers. The cafe was a thumbs down for me. Quality of service was not fantastic.
Attended the Off the Clock: Secret Garden event her on March 1st. It was really nice to walk through the tropical conservatory at night and learn about the different plants. The guides were extremely friendly and knowledgeable. There were fun activities and booths, live music and food. A truly memorable event.
Stroll at your leisure because this place is beautiful
Nice place to go to, it just snowed so a lot of the outdoor plants couldn't really see to appreciate but the inside plants were cool.
This has been a hit for decades. Those of us who have been visiting here since at least the 70's, realize it's charm and historical value in the area.
Great way to spend a spring/summer/fall day. Lots to see! Kids might not have much fun unless there is a kid specific activity that day. Be prepared to walk a lot, but there are more than enough benches to sit, rest, and enjoy the views. Water features all over, some wildlife such as birds, bunnies, bunnies frogs etc. Plants from around the world, from local to tropical, and everything in between! Highlights were the tropical green house and the various small winding paths through the gardens.
Wonderfully beautiful, inexpensive yearly memberships.
I m so happy and thankful for this beautiful Gardens.
There's is just more to explore every time you go. Beautiful and informative!
Absolutely gorgeous and a nice organized set up. A must see if you are visiting!
Inspiring and beautiful. Places to sit and reflect.
An absolutely beautiful refuge in the middle of the winter. Well worth going to! My kids loved it!
Loved the gardens but were very disappointed by Offshoots cafe - the food sounded a lot better than it was in reality. A missed opportunity.
Loved it! Went there on a whim because we were waiting for a lunch reservation. Were not disappointed at all. We came back after lunch and really enjoyed all they had to offer. A real gem in Denver.
One of the most beautiful and calming places in all of Denver.
Very well manicured gardens with an amazing array of plants from around the world.
You can take you significant other and enjoy each others company or go by yourself and relax and be at peace
This review is for the "Blossoms of Light" display at the Denver Botanical Gardens. This is my first time attending this holiday show and I will be back! If there is one thing I look forward to during the Christmas season, it is Christmas lights! No animatronics, no singing cartoon characters, and no overt commercialization of the season - just 24 acres of lights! I grew up looking forward to driving around neighborhoods to look at light displays so the "Blossoms of Light" are a wonderful fix for self profest "light addicts" like myself! Sets the season tone for me from now on!
Beautiful! I went when the Christmas lights were up and the kids loved it. Very well done.
I love the gardens!! Went to see the lights on new year's eve, but any time of the year is a great time to visit.
One of the many places I was told to visit while in the Denver area and for the 12.50 you are getting one heck of an experience. Well maintained and absolutely gorgeous fauna. I took a thousand photos it was that beautiful! Thank you staff and volunteers! A must visit for sure!
This continues to be one of my favorite places to visit in Denver. Beautiful as always.
Beautiful childrens garden, with a stream to play in and plenty of activities! We packed a picnic and had a lovely day out!
I enjoy walking around and looking at the Beautiful flowers. Waterfalls too.
It is a perfect place, you can buy tickets both in automatic machines and at the counter (to avoid lines). The garden is equipped with everything, there is a small museum with a series of visual and auditory explanatory material. You will also find sculptural works, fountains, paths and all kinds of plants with their scientific explanation in both English and Spanish. The souvenir shop is very good and the residential area where it is located is in itself very beautiful.
My children and I loved the children's Garden located on third floor above garage parking.
A truly wonderful experience for anyone visiting Denver. Or living here for a day trip. Don't discount the option in the winter, it's still a great experience in the winter and as a bonus it's far less crowded! Lovely staff, great places to stop and reflect, excellent food and great gift shop.
I go there for my yearly water lily pilgrimage. I pretty much ignore the rest of the place, but is wonderfull everywhere when the flowers are in bloom.
Incredibly well manicured gardens which are designed and maintained by trained horticultural professionals welcome visitors into a world of botanical wonder. Most plants are well labeled and a garden navigator app helps visitors to know exactly what they are looking at. Even for those not well acquainted with plants, the well-designed gardens still provide a relaxing and awe-inspiring retreat from the bustle of the busy city just outside its walls. Benches and seating areas around the gardens invite rest, contemplation, or even a place to eat the picnic lunch you brought with you as outside food is permitted inside. If you didn't bring a lunch, the Hive Garden Bistro provided a variety of lunch options as well. Or you could enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner at the Offshoots Cafe in the main building near the Water-Smart garden. So whether you are a plant enthusiast or a person looking for some rest in the beauty of God's cultivated beauty, Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street is the place to be.
Beautiful place and the staff were so helpful. Thank you for a great day
Beautiful plants, lots of explanations and a hughe variety of species. Without a doubt a must see in Denver.
Amazing visit. Denver native but have never been here. Will go back for sure!
Tough to review since many of the main attractions were closed due to Covid-19.
With that said, the area was still very clean and maintained well. All of the plants and trees were gorgeous!
They are doing a good a good job at keeping things clean for everyone and also doing a good job at reminding everyone to wear their masks. I got a slap on the wrist once too for having my mask down after taking a drink from my coffee.
I would have hoped there was a bit of a discount with so many parts of the park closed, but it was still full price. That is the only reason for my 4 stars.
10/10, would absolutely come again Came for the evening, entry at 730. It got dark before I was done exploring, and thats my fault as I wanted to avoid the heat. Beautiful exhibits, very lovingly maintained
Can not recommend this place enough. It is pure magic no matter what time of the year you visit. A must go if you're in Denver.
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