Fort Worth Japanese Garden
Fort Worth Japanese Garden
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Fort Worth Botanic Garden's iconic Japanese Garden consists of 7.5 acres filled with a combination of Japanese and native plants, including cherry trees, Japanese maples, magnolias, bamboo, bridges, ponds filled with koi fish, and much more. Recently, it was named the "most peaceful place in Texas" by Earth.fm. Predominantly an Edo Period stroll garden, the garden is based on the Japanese historical period between 1600-1868. It was designed by Kingsley Wu, and the Fort Worth Parks and Community Services Department personnel and opened in the spring of 1973. This serene urban oasis is considered a community treasure and provides relaxation and harmony, for thousands of visitors each year.
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Sheighlin W
Tucson, AZ
Jan 2024 • Family
This was a gorgeous morning to afternoon trip. Even with some plants in their mid-winter phase, we loved the origami flowers and decor. Quite a nice walk. Had our cameras going in every little area. The cafe on premises was a bit overpriced and underwhelming, but you are allowed to bring your own food and drinks in- will do that next time. The indoor tropical garden greenhouse was phenomenal. We went with our 9 year old daughter, and I worried she might get bored, but she found something she liked in every area. Oh! Our GPS tried to take us through some closed streets, so we got a little turned around getting to the garden, but just go to the botanical garden center to park.
Written January 7, 2024
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USN_Seabee_Wife
Chehalis, WA
Apr 2021
We went on Easter Sunday and there were very few people walking around so it felt like we had the place to ourselves. Beautiful colors despite not much blooming. I would love to come back to spend more time in the summer when it is in it's glory.
Written April 24, 2021
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Feb 2023
You can view this garden from many different vantage points, and it really delivers. Plan on taking your time to see the details as well as the big picture when you visit. We have visited here over some 20 years and always enjoy -and we would come again!
Written February 24, 2023
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Escape32154395768
Greenville, TX
Jun 2023 • Solo
The sublimely beautiful Fort Worth Japanese Gardens is one of many gardens in the Fort Worth Botanial Gardens and free to the public. Unfortunately, I chose to make a return visit on a hot day and did not know that only the main parking area was accessible to visitors. Although I had a map printed from their web site, I had to ask directions. My request included a caution that a lot of walking was required to get to my destination. Thankfully, the old growth trees shaded at least half my way. Finding an open restroom posed another challenge. Again, I had to ask for help -- once I saw someone around to ask. Visiting the Japanese Gardens again was still a treat. It is beautifully designed and well maintained, but be aware its steps do not accommodate people needing walkers or wheelchairs. I savored the experience and photographed the waterfalls, meandering pond, and a large bird who landed on a tree in the middle of the water. It sat waiting very still, watching for a chance to score breakfast among its large koi population.
Written June 11, 2023
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Kathy D
Hendersonville, TN
Jan 2020
One of the largest of all the Japanese Gardens we've seen. It is amazing when we were there and must be breathtaking when all the cherry blossoms are blooming.
Lovely walkways and bridges, koi fish to feed, a serene place to be. A gift shop is
near the top of the garden with a huge selection of crafts, jewelry and handmade items.
A tram can give you a ride back to the beginning of the botanical garden...just ask the
salesperson in charge of the gift shop when the tram is scheduled to be there.
I just hope to check this out when more is blooming. If you love gardens, don't miss it.
Restrooms next to the big doors on the right side...separate entrances.
Lovely walkways and bridges, koi fish to feed, a serene place to be. A gift shop is
near the top of the garden with a huge selection of crafts, jewelry and handmade items.
A tram can give you a ride back to the beginning of the botanical garden...just ask the
salesperson in charge of the gift shop when the tram is scheduled to be there.
I just hope to check this out when more is blooming. If you love gardens, don't miss it.
Restrooms next to the big doors on the right side...separate entrances.
Written January 9, 2020
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Aug 2024 • Couples
We are members of this garden, we enjoy immensely going to visit the days kids are in school, so we can enjoy the natural and this beautiful garden. We encourage people to go anytime and appreciate what nature has to offer, highly recommend!!
Written August 8, 2024
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Mar 2021 • Family
This was a very beautiful and peaceful place. Very clean and well taken care of. They had fish food for you to feed the fish. It was a rather long walk through and it ends at the opposite side of the entrance so the walk back to your car was quite far! But overall very beautiful place and would definitely recommended professional pictures done here.
Written June 2, 2021
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fscopel99
Plano, TX
Nov 2020
Beautiful day at the Botanical Garden, Japanese Garden area. This was back on November 20th 2020. Day was a bit cold, but the picture came out pretty decent. Taken with a OnePlus 5T and enhanced with SnapSeed.
Written March 19, 2021
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Nani
Texas
Jun 2023 • Couples
Peaceful serene garden. Everything looked the same as when I visited years ago. The only reason I’m giving a 4 star rating is due to the few dead koi fish in the pond. I understand it’s hot so I wasn’t shocked. But, I do think someone needs to check on them throughout the day.
Written July 17, 2023
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Deeanna R
Dallas, TX
Apr 2020
My son and I walked the gardens during the week. We nearly had the gardens to ourselves, and were truly able to enjoy the serene landscape. This is a beautiful and affordable place to visit for a long afternoon. Would make a great date too!
Written January 11, 2021
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Vickie G
Fort Worth, Texas
Hours
Summer (March-October)
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Winter (October-April)
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Last entrance is 30 minutes before closing
Admission
Adult - $7.00
Child (ages 4-12) - $4.00
Child (3 and under) - free
Senior (age 65+) - $5.00
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Parking is free
Phone
Early March in the Garden.
Early March in the Garden.
(817) 392-7665
Written November 17, 2018
Giridhar B
Mysore District, India
Is this place famous for Cherry Blossom? If yes what is the right time to visit?
Written April 13, 2018
Cheryl H
Arlington, Texas
I don't know because I only go in the autumn to see the fall colours. Call them.
Written April 14, 2018
Vkarthik
Austin, Texas
Hi its my second time visit to japanese garden last year the same day i was here and the fall colors were just stunning but this year the garden was so dry without any colorfull leaves....am i too late or do we still have hope for the color change and lushy trees in the garden...please answer
Written November 26, 2017
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