Park · Austin, TX

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

About

Center focused on native Texas plants & their benefits, founded by & named for a former first lady.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.7 out of 5 across 2,831 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking. And if it does not suit, 19 more parks in Austin are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in Austin.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.7 stars held across 2,831 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
2,831 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Restrooms on site
The difference between an hour here and a whole afternoon, especially with a group.

Worth knowing first

Dogs are not permitted
Leave them at home, or look at the dog parks listed for the same city instead.
Popular enough to be busy
2,831 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
A narrow window to fit it in
Open 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM and no longer — it has to land inside the working day.

Planning a visit

General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.

A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.

When to go

Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

What to bring

Water
A blanket or folding chair
Sunscreen on clear days

Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Amenities

No Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Restrooms

Parking Available

Common questions about Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

What is Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center?

Center focused on native Texas plants & their benefits, founded by & named for a former first lady. It is a park in Austin, TX, at 4801 La Crosse Ave.

What are the opening hours at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center?

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is open 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center?

No. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is not listed as allowing dogs.

Are there restrooms at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center?

Yes, restrooms are available at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.

Is there parking at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.

Is Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center good for kids?

Yes — Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center rated?

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center holds 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,831 Google reviews.