There are endless attractions in City Park. This 1,200-acre park in the heart of the Crescent City truly has something for everyone. You can take the kids to enjoy Storyland, challenge the family to a game of putt-putt, enjoy the rides at the Carousel Gardens, and so much more. The Botanical Gardens is perhaps the hidden gem of this urban park, and worthy of a little afternoon adventure. Let’s check it out.

When you come to City Park, a stop at the Botanical Gardens is an absolute must.
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What started as a humble little rose garden in 1936 has grown into a 12-acre botanical oasis that’s truly a sight to be seen.
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The New Orleans Botanical Garden features 12-acres to explore filled with more than 2,000 varieties of plants from around the world.
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It’s a place where you can literally stop and smell the roses.
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In addition to the various themed gardens, the Botanical Gardens also includes several sculptures and water features.
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Some of the themed gardens include a native plant garden, a rose garden with a reflective pond, an azalea and camellia garden, and a butterfly walk that attracts an assortment of butterflies.
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The gardens is open year-round, so no matter when you visit, you’re sure to see something in bloom.
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The gardens are open seven days a week from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
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The last entry is at 4 p.m. and you can enter through the Oscar J. Tolmas Visitor Center which is located at 5 Victory Avenue.
Adults: $8
Children 3-12: $4

Address: 5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119

If you love the Botanical Gardens, you’re sure to love the Longue Vue House & Gardens, which is not far from City Park and also features some truly impressive manicured gardens that will blow you away.

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