Boerner Botanical Gardens
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
1-2 hours
Best Ages
all ages
About
Boerner Botanical Gardens in Hales Corners, Wisconsin is a stunning 1,000-acre botanical sanctuary inside Whitnall Park that offers families a beautiful, free outdoor experience through every season. The grounds feature formal rose gardens, perennial beds, a children's garden, and winding paths through naturalized plantings that make every visit feel like a new discovery. Spring and early summer bring the most spectacular blooms, but fall foliage makes October visits equally rewarding.
Pack a picnic, bring the stroller, and plan to wander for a couple of hours.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Unknown
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
spring and fall mornings
Wait Times
minimal
Nearby Food
Hales Corners has a few dining options nearby; bring a picnic for the best garden experience.
Why Kids Love It
Kids love exploring the colorful seasonal garden beds, winding paths, and special children's garden areas.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Visit in late May through June for peak rose garden blooms
- The Children's Garden area is especially engaging for young explorers
- Combine with a walk in Whitnall Park, which surrounds the gardens
What to Bring
- Sunscreen
- Water bottles
- Camera
- Picnic lunch
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
free
Tips to Save
- Completely free to visit; bring a picnic for lunch on the grounds
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 10AM-4PM
- Monday
- 10AM-4PM
- Sunday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10AM-4PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 10AM-4PM
- Wednesday
- 10AM-4PM
Contact
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Tickets & Booking
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