Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver, Colorado

Nature OutdoorsArts CultureFamily Friendly
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Duration3 hrs
EffortEasy
BudgetMid-Range
PriceUSD 39
StyleSelf-Guided
Openmon, tue, wed, thu, fri, sat, sun
Best monthsApr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

About This Activity

Denver Botanic Gardens spans 24 acres at its York Street location, showcasing one of the top botanical collections in the US. Highlights include the Mordecai Children's Garden, Monet Pool, Japanese Garden, and the Boettcher Memorial Tropical Conservatory. General admission is $39/adult (2026). Timed-entry tickets are recommended; free days offered throughout the year with advance registration. The gardens host the Blossoms of Light winter event and a popular summer concert series. Open daily 9 AM–5 PM (extended hours seasonally).

* Denver Botanic Gardens * Cheesman Park

Seasonal note: Open year-round. Peak bloom late April–June. Summer evening concerts (June–August). Winter Blossoms of Light December–January.

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