This showcase of 150,000 living plants represents 2,500 species, displayed in
both formal and natural settings. A 10,000-square-foot glass conservatory is
planted with more than 2,500 plants native to Central and South America. Garden
Center open 8 a.m.–10 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat. and 1–7 p.m. Sun. Call
ahead as hours may vary by season. Conservatory open April–Oct. 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Mon.–Sat.; Nov.–March 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free for botanical gardens; admission
charge for conservatory. 3220 Botanic Garden Drive in the Cultural District.
817/871-7686. www.fwbg.org.
JapaneseGarden -- This enchanting 6-acre garden of
oriental design feature a pagoda, moon- viewing deck, teahouse and meditation
garden amid lush exotic plants. Open Nov.-March 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and April-Oct. 9
a.m.-7 p.m. daily. Admission charge. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. in the Cultural
District. 807/871-7685. www.fwbg.org.
City: Fort Worth
Region: Prairies and Lakes
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
