Olbrich Botanical Gardens Review

My wife and hadn't been to the concert series for several years and we found the music to be not our our kind, but the we are both over 80.

We definately will be there again though.

I adore the gardens! A great free sttarction in madsion! They also have the GLEAM exhibit going on right now! $15 entrance fee, but you get to explore the grounds at night with beautiful art installations! I highly recommend that people visit the gardens!

Went for the hatching butterfly event it was awesome

Pretty. Free except the indoor tropical stuff, that's $2. Lovely gift shop. Nicest people working there. A nice way to spend time. Parks and playgrounds and beach in area if your kids need to run off energy a little bit before or after.

One of the finest botanical gardens in the region, a must-see when visiting the city of Madison!

Beautiful gardens and flowers. A very relaxing place to visit

My family likes to go here seasonally to see the flowers and the trees bloom. It's amazing the difference from early spring, late spring, summer, and fall. A great place to just walk around and chill.

I love coming here in the spring for our anniversary. Though we do come in the summer as well but spring is my must

It was very beautiful, gonna have to go later when everything is fully bloomed.

Perfect spot for pictures! Admission to the outside garden is free!

Absolutely gorgeous and a lovely place to spend time with nature

Beautiful outdoor gardens are free to stroll. Tropical themed indoor garden includes fish and birds.

Stopped by this garden when driving through the area. The setup is nice although the outdoor area is a little bit small and somewhat noisy due to proximity with a main road. The indoor tropical rainforest is really interesting and well done. Entrance fees are free although you have to the pay for some of the indoor exhibits.

So very very pretty. Loved it! Amazingly well maintained.

Great place if your looking for peace and serenity. Beautiful gardens and great architecture.

Great garden and lovely (warm and moist) conservatory.

Lots of great free paths outdoors and a nice conservatory for only $2. Our toddler loved walking about exploring.

Olbrich is always so enjoyable! And glad they are open year round.

Beautiful plants and flowers inside, along with the beginning of a live butterfly exhibit. Outside, very hot. Rose garden has not quite reached its full glory yet. We visited the country's only Thai temple there. Lots of gold and many beautiful sculptures.

Amazing property. One of the nicest gardens I've been to. The garden is free which is amazing. The Thailand Pavilion is a must see to anyone coming to the area. Pay the fee and also check out the Bolz Conservatory. Well worth the trip!

Super cool place to visit for anyone. A quiet and peaceful place to observe nature. The highlight was certain the Thai Garden. I have never seen such vibrant colors in flowers. Parking was hard to come by so it may be better to park across the street to save time from hunting for a parking space.

Most beautiful place in madison. Blows my mind that it's free and looks as good as it does.

I enjoyed the plants inside and out. It was a treat for the eyes and senses. The staff in the gift shop were friendly and helpful. Go!

Incredibly beautiful all year, with interesting events, artistic features, and charming humans enjoying the garden

Just absolutely beautiful and all-around pleasant. Don't miss the indoor tropical section.

This is the most beautiful place, and is especially nice for a wedding! I thought they were wonderful!

One of my favorite places to visit in madison. I don't know how they pack so much beauty into one area in the middle of madison.

Great place for the family & friends to relax. Needs more events that happen for the public closer to dark! Fun nonetheless!

Beautiful, nice paths and walkways. Shady areas and sunny. Lots of benches for breaks and enjoying the scenery.

Beautiful variety of flowers. Beautiful hideaway spots to be alone. Many beautiful different types of areas. Countless beautiful spots for scenic pictures. I absolutely love it here.

OLBRICH BOTANICA GARDENS is a beautiful place. However I was dissapointed in Orchid Quest there. Their space was limited.

Very nice place! It is great to have something like this on Madison

The simple fact that these incredibly beautiful gardens are free and open to the public makes Olbrich a top attraction in Madison. How lucky are we to have such a magical space (and pollinator habitat) right in the heart of the east side?! Definitely worth a visit; spend a lunch break or an entire afternoon, there are plenty of perches to stop and rest while taking in the view.

I've gone here for gleam, I've gone here for the butterflies, and I've gone here just because. Olbrich gardens is one of the most calming places in Madison, and is cherished by many. The gardens not only serve as a learning center for all ages, but also serves as a fantastic place to take a date. When finished at the gardens, head across the street to the biergarten. It's a win win situation!

Yes, we're members ... Lots of events; great plants; very well maintained. Love the tropical Conservatory with waterfall feature. **LOVE** the Thai Pavilion!

Second to none in Wisconsin. Step into a rainforest in any weather. Huge outdoor gardens to explore as well.

Beautiful conservatory! All of the employees were so friendly and helpful! Cute gift shop area! Worth the trip!

Lots of lilies in bloom right now! Astilbe, daisies, Bee balm, and watched a robin take its morning bath! A great place to explore every week!

My favorite place in town. Actually its like 3 of my favorite places. Love walking around there especially with my toddler.

Such an amazing place. There is more to see than you will imagine. So many little nooks and charming places to sit and enjoy the scenery.
We went for a family photo shoot at golden hour on a Sunday night. There was a fee for that ($31.65). But endless opportunities for photos. Mosquitos were annoying! Make time for this one!

Wonderful place to visit on a cold winter day. Make sure you wear a cooler top as it is quite warm / humid. Beautiful plants from all over. Nice ambience and flowing water. Highly recommended.

This place is beautiful and so serene. A great place to take a break and go for a nice walk.

Beautiful indoorWent to a plant sale today, there was a nice selection and knowledgeable people were easy to find when we had questions.

Beautiful place. Great way to get out and enjoy the day.

Well maintained .feel real nature in any climate. Staff is very cooperative.

My kids brought me here for Mother's Day to see all the beautiful flowers. It was such a great time to see all the flowers in bloom already.

Recently did an engagement session here, really nice place--definitely a must for a romantic photo-session even a family session would be nice here :)

A friend and I decided to rent the BCycle e-bikes today in the Olbrich Gardens parking lot area. After a nearly hour-long ride, we dropped by the beer stand at Olbrich Park and ordered their "warp speed" draft beer. Quite enjoyed it and I'm not even a big beer drinker! Sat at a table overlooking Lake Monona and chatted while watching the boating activity on the water. Perfect fall weather with the sun still shining and crispness in the air. Doesn't get much better than biking, beer, boat watching and a bestie!

Gleam at Olbrich Botanical Gardens was spectacular this year! Many interactive light installations, with lots of opportunities for patrons to participate in the art. The bird sculpture in the Thai Pavilion was particularly beautiful, while the musical sphere was eerily moving.

We go for the butterfly exhibit every year. Great place!

This place is a great escape in the middle of winter. Birds and tropical plants refresh the soul!

This is a Madison gem. We love coming here to see the flora both inside and outside. The special events are always fun and impressive. I am so thankful for this beautiful space.

The Conservatory is a welcome break from the dangerous cold this week.

Crackle, gleam and fire event was spectacular. Great night and lovely weather.

Great place to be when it's cold out and the sun is shining. Incredibly inexpensive activity during the dreary winter months

Excellent winter time activity for the whole family. Attractive and lively garden center with train and holiday display to visit in addition to the conservatory. Gardens still had some plants to see despite the cold weather and the stroll through the outside paths made for good exercise. The indoor conservatory transports the visitor to a tropical paradise and allows for an educational walk with flowers, plants and birds not available in Madison.

Construction of the new educational facilities in ongoing. Will be a fantastic set of buildings when completed.

Easy to borrow a scooter for people with mobility challenges. Holiday Cafe set out for refreshments.

I always enjoy going to Olbrich. They have a lot of good special events.