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Plan your visit Today. Hours & Parking. Grounds & Trails. 7 am – dusk, daily. Nature Center. 9 am – 4 pm, daily. Admission is free! Parking is $6, free on Thursdays for all guests and year-round for Arboretum Members. Learn More.
Arboretum Rules. All plants (their leaves, flowers, cones) and all animals (including turtles and snakes) found at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center are protected. Collection and removal are not allowed. Trails are designed for hiking only.
The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is a 155-acre non-profit urban nature sanctuary located just miles from Downtown Houston on the western edge of Memorial Park.
From our Discovery Room and Nature Shop to the Nature Playscape and trails beyond, there are so many fun and educational places to explore at the Arboretum.
Five miles of trails and walkways wind through Houston Arboretum & Nature Center’s 155-acre nature sanctuary. The trail system transverses several habitats and showcases native grasses, trees, and wildflowers. These unique ecosystems change with the seasons, so there is always something new to see.
A 155-acre nature sanctuary just west of downtown Houston. Five miles of walking trails through forest, meadow, and pond habitats offer opportunities to see frogs, turtles, and other wildlife. The Nature Center houses a Nature Shop, restrooms, and Discovery Room which includes aquariums, microscopes, and interactive exhibits.
Established in 1967, the Arboretum was one of the first nature education facilities for children in the state of Texas, and it continues to provide nature education for more than 10,000 children annually and reach over 600,000 visitors each year.
This 155-acre non-profit urban nature sanctuary provides education about the natural environment to Houstonians of all ages. It plays a vital role in protecting native plants and animals in the heart of the city where development threatens their survival.
This 155-acre non-profit urban nature sanctuary provides an immersive experience into the remarkable world of nature, offering visitors an escape from the bustling city life and a chance to...
The Houston Arboretum and Nature Center (155 acres) is a non-profit arboretum and nature center located in Memorial Park at 4501 Woodway Drive, Houston, Texas. It is open daily with free admission.
