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In the center of the city, close to I-30 but entirely sheltered from it, the Japanese Gardens which as part of the Fort Worth Botanic Garden complex, is a treat for the eyes and a serene rest for your spirit. Admission only $2. weekdays, $2.50 weekends, seniors 50% off, children 4-12 $1.00, under 4 free. Closed Monday, Tuesday-Sunday winter hours are 10 am to 5 pm. Summer hours are 9 am to 7 pm.(during daylight savings time).
Children love feeding the fish (food is available from dispensers for 25 cents). Now mostly handicapped accessible, the winding paths are sheltered from the sun by a variety of trees. On Botanic Garden Drive which is close to I-30 @ University Drive. Photography allowed
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Children love feeding the fish (food is available from dispensers for 25 cents). Now mostly handicapped accessible, the winding paths are sheltered from the sun by a variety of trees. On Botanic Garden Drive which is close to I-30 @ University Drive. Photography allowed, no tripods. No food, no music, no unescorted children. Sounds good to me!
When construction on these gardens began in 1970, we never dreamed that the outcome would be so wonderful. An idea of former Botanic Garden director Scott Fikes. Charles Campbell then director of Parks and Recreation commissioned Kingsley Wu to design the garden. Taking advantage of the site, an old gravel pit, trees and other growing things were brought in to landscape this incredible place. Expanded over the years, gently, the Gardens host thousands of visitors a year without seeming to be crowded even during prime autumn viewing times. When the Japanese maples are red the affect is unbelievable. Every season has its blessings, but I like fall the best.
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