Entrance fee includes daily admission for (1) adult aged 18-64.  Hours of operation are T-F 9 am - 5 pm.  Closed Mondays.

The Wildflower Center is only 10 miles from downtown Austin but it feels worlds away. You can experience a slice of the Hill Country, beautiful native plant gardens, family play gardens, and miles of walking trails just a short drive away.

DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN

From Downtown & UT: We are located in South Austin. From downtown, head south on Loop 1 (Mopac) for approximately 10 miles. Take a left on La Crosse Ave. The main entrance is toward the end of the road on the right. Parking is available.

DIRECTIONS FROM THE AIRPORT

From the Airport: Head west on Highway 71 E. Continue onto US-290 W. Go south on Loop 1 (Mopac). Turn left on La Crosse Ave. The main entrance is toward the end of the road on the right. Parking is available.

Additional Information

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Hours of Operation:
  

  CLOSED: Mondays
  OPEN: Tuesday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

  Wildflower Café:

  CLOSED: Mondays
  OPEN: Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  More about the Café »

  The Store:

  CLOSED: Mondays
  OPEN: Tuesday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon – 4 p.m.
  
  

  Holiday Closures:

  (For the 2016-17 Season)
  CLOSED: Nov. 24 – Thanksgiving
  CLOSED: Dec. 24 – Jan. 2 – Holiday Break
  CLOSED: July 4 -Independence Day

  Accessibility

  The Wildflower Center’s Central Complex, Central Gardens and Luci and Ian Family Garden are wheelchair accessible. The Texas Arboretum trail is also wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs are available for guests to borrow at no charge at the Admissions Kiosk. If you have any questions, please contact us at 512.232.0100.

  Guest Etiquette

  A few rules that we ask our guests to follow:

• Our garden beds are for plants not feet! Please do not step into the cultivated garden beds.
• We share this area with wild animals, such as rattlesnakes. Please be aware of your surroundings and respect their space.
• Service animals only. Pets are not allowed anywhere on this campus, including the parking lot. Do not leave your pet in your vehicle.
• No smoking allowed. No e-cigarettes either.
• Please do not leave valuables in your vehicle.
• No bicycles allowed in the gardens. Please park them in the provided racks.
• Picnic in designated areas, and please pack out what you pack in.
• Weapons Policy

  As part of The University of Texas at Austin, the Wildflower Center is subject to Senate Bill 11 (Concealed Campus Carry), in effect from August 1, 2016. The Center’s restrictions fall under Policy Statement No. 3. For additional questions concerning concealed carry on our campus, please refer to the University Handbook of Operating Procedures.