# Zilker Botanical Garden Winter Conservatory & Taniguchi Japanese Garden > Place to go for families in the Austin–Round Rock–San Marcos area (TX). Times are Central Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746 - Ages: All ages (Children under 3 free) - Price: $3-$4 (Kids 3-17) / $6-$8 (Adults); Free for under 3 - Organizer: Austin Parks and Recreation & Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy - Official page: https://zilkergarden.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/austin/activities/zilker-botanical-garden-winter-conservatory-and-taniguchi-japanese-gar--listing-88a08a8c83a50a526cb4502c ## About Known as the jewel in the heart of Austin, Zilker Botanical Garden spans 28 acres inside Zilker Park. In winter, families can stroll through the Hartman Prehistoric Garden featuring a life-size Ornithomimus dinosaur sculpture surrounded by ancient ferns and cycads, visit the serene Taniguchi Japanese Garden with its tiered koi ponds and arched bridges, and explore the warm tropical conservatory filled with exotic orchids and palms. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Paved asphalt and crushed-granite pathways connect all major garden sections, making it very stroller-friendly. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Garden Center provides ADA restrooms with baby changing stations and shaded garden benches. • Age Suitability: All ages. • Sensory Tips: Soothing trickling waterfalls, vibrant koi fish, and fragrant pine and bamboo groves create a restorative visit. ## Similar picks in Austin - [Barton Springs Pool & Grounds Winter Walks & Splash Exhibit](https://grassyknees.com/austin/activities/barton-springs-pool-and-grounds-winter-walks-and-splash-exhibit--listing-0d37641cfe4bac4ddee97326) — Open on its own schedule · Barton Springs Pool · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. Barton Springs in Zilker Park maintains a constant 68°F water temperature year-round, making winter visits surprisingly pleasant. 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