Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
About
Richmond's Premier Botanical Garden
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden spans 80 acres just north of downtown Richmond with themed garden rooms, a domed conservatory (reopening 2026), a Children's Garden, and a tree house adventure area.
Children's Programs and Camps
Programs include:
- Children's Programs through the Learning department
- Virtual field trips for schools
- Garden storytelling sessions
- Garden Check-In drop-in activities
- Children under 4 free admission
What's Included
- Children's Garden access (sand, water, tree house)
- Themed garden walks
- Educator-led programs
- Reciprocal admission with American Horticultural Society gardens
Experience
Outdoor garden setting with strong kid-dedicated space. Best for families with young kids who like hands-on outdoor play and structured nature exploration.