Rated one of America’s best botanical gardens, Lewis Ginter offers lots of activities for flower lovers, families, and children of all ages.
It took almost 60 years for the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden to go from endowment to reality — but it was worth the wait.
An easy 50-minute drive down I95 from Fredericksburg, this botanical garden offers something for everyone — especially parents and children.
The children’s garden features common plants found in Virginia, food and herb plants, and a more-than-100-year-old Mulberry tree that provides both an abundance of shade and a cool spot to enjoy ice cream from the nearby concession center.
If the ice cream isn’t enough to cool you down, there’s a large water fountain area — so bring your bathing suits.
Once refreshed, there’s an elevated wooden ramp to explore. It’s a cross between a walking path that gives a pleasing aerial view of the gardens, and a tree house that the Swiss Family Robinson would admire.
Other spots to spend time in are a Japanese Tea Garden, rose garden, and a range of hidden gems.
Not so hidden, but beautiful, is the centerpiece garden with a giant turtle made of plants.
What You Need to Know
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden has an easy-to-navigate website that is designed to help you plan your visit.
REGULAR GARDEN ADMISSION
Adults: $20
Seniors (age 65+) or Military/First Responders: $15
Youth (age 4-12): $10
Children (age 3 and under): Free
Garden Members: Free
For families with SNAP, WIC EBT Card or the Fresh EBT app, admission is available for adults at just $1, and kids up to 6 are free.
The membership option is attractive if you plan to attend multiple times throughout the year.
A family membership that grants admission throughout the year for two adults and six children is $150. Couples can join for $125; individuals for $95. Students can join for $25. Full-time teachers receive $20 off the cost of a membership.
In addition to admission, membership provides a range of additional benefits.
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