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Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

8525 Garland Road, Dallas, TX 75218 (East Dallas)
214-515-6500
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As featured in 3 days in Dallas
Ranked #1 of 133 attractions in Dallas
Type: Gardens, Parks
Activities: Walking
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Description: Sixty-six acres of peaceful woods and beautifully manicured lawns and flowers: a great place to spend an afternoon.
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Waco, Texas
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I will begin by saying that it has a steep entry fee and a car parking charge. But if you can overcome that, the garden is quite beautiful. If you plan on spending the entire day with your family, it is worth the visit. Also, kids will love this place, as there are wide open spaces and fountains for them... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Visited gardens in Victoria, Koyoto, Paris, Mexico City, Niagara, Charleston, San Diego, and then there is Dallas and believe it or not the Arboretum can hang in there with all those around the world. It is growing and getting better everyday. Getting there early in the morning is an awesome time to have the gardens to yourself and it is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Wow, wow, wow! What a wonderful gift for the City of Dallas to have a garden like this available for all of us right on the edge of White Rock Lake! This place is absolutely beautiful! Tons of water features and all kinds of gardens as well as play spaces for the kids. It is the PERFECT blend for everybody.... More

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New Haven, Connecticut
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

About 60 acres, so you can stroll this in a morning, then find a local restaurant for lunch. Stop in at the info kiosk for the map, Very interesting plantings as well as hardscape. Food is nothing great - usual offerings. Gift shop may hold something you just have to have,though.

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Houston, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

didn't know what to expect really but wanted to give it a try since it was the number 1 think to do on TripAdvisor. Didn't do a ton of research but how can you go wrong with an Arboretum & Botanical Gardens right? Well the admission price is $15pp and they charge you $10 per car to park. If you... More

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Austin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

So many beautiful flowers, statues and open spaces to lay. Just a fantastic place to visit to appreciate the beauty of the world we live in.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

I have visited the Dallas Arboretum many times nearly from its beginning. It has been transformed from two contiguous estates to a world class botanic garden, showcasing especially plantings that grow in the North Texas climate. It's one of the premier destinations for locals and visitors to the Dallas area. It's a photographer's dream.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

We really enjoyed our day with Mother Nature. A beautiful facility. Superior maintance and manicuring. The music was lovely. We could see that it would be wonderful to visit here in all the seasons.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

It was awesome the glass displays were wonderful, we went on a Saturday there was a slight crowd at the entrance, but it moved quickly.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

The arboretum has special exhibits throughout the year. There have been playhouses, glass sculptures, Christmas exhibits, teas, evening concerts and more.

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