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Botanical garden · Denver, Colorado
Denver Botanic Gardens
Botanical garden with Rocky Mountain and dry-climate plants from around the world, a Japanese garden, and a tropical greenhouse, east of downtown Denver.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Denver Botanic Gardens
The Denver Botanic Gardens cover about 10 hectares in the Cheesman Park neighborhood, east of downtown. The gardens bring together plants from the Rocky Mountains and dry regions of the world, adapted to the city’s altitude and dry climate.
There is a Japanese garden, an alpine rock garden, native and water plant gardens, and the Boettcher Conservatory, a concrete structure from the 1960s with tropical plants. Outdoor art exhibitions appear in different seasons, and in summer the amphitheater hosts concerts.
The garden also has a second site, Chatfield Farms, south of the city, with a historic farm and trails.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Two to three hours.
Best time
From May to September, with the greatest blooms; in winter, the conservatory and the year-end lights usually attract visitors.
How to get there
By bus or car, about 3 km east of downtown, on York Street.
Tip
Reserve timed-entry tickets online on summer weekends, when demand is higher.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Denver Botanic Gardens
When to visit the Denver Botanic Gardens?
From May to September, the peak flowering season. In winter, the tropical conservatory remains open.
What is at the Botanic Gardens?
A Japanese garden, an alpine rock garden, native Rocky Mountain and dry-climate plants, and a tropical conservatory.
Do you need to buy tickets in advance?
On summer weekends, you usually need to reserve a time slot online.