Steeped in history, the United States Botanic Garden inspires people to appreciate, study, and conserve plants to enrich society locally and globally. …
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Mar 21, 2025
A nice respite in the middle of a big city, and its free! Have been a few times and has never been busy. All the staff and volunteers are very helpful and if they do not know the answer have always …Full review by noworry
Mar 21, 2025
Great place for plant enthusiasts. Some really good collections. The volunteers are ready to answer questions. Not the outdoor collections are closed in March.Full review by TuxMum
Mar 1, 2025
The botanical gardens are located at the US Capitol end of the National Mall. There is an outdoor area as well as an indoor greenhouse (conservatory), which opens at different times. During winter, t…Full review by Acineto
I carried a small backpack with no problems. There was no security that I noticed for the interior portion of the garden. The exterior part is open to the public and shouldn't have any …
I carried a small backpack with no problems. There was no security that I noticed for the interior portion of the garden. The exterior part is open to the public and shouldn't have any restrictions.
CHECK to make sure it is open with the Shutdown! Yes. The indoor Hot House has different level(s) and walking paths. Look and you will see some Dinosaurs hiding in and along the …
CHECK to make sure it is open with the Shutdown! Yes. The indoor Hot House has different level(s) and walking paths. Look and you will see some Dinosaurs hiding in and along the plants! Also a Children's outdoor interactive exploring Garden area. Assessed through the main entrance. Their is outside walking areas.
If this is your first visit to DC, I would rank it as low priority. There are so many more places that you should see. But if you are there in December, be sure and see it.
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