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
likely yes
Kid Meals
nearby
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
