Oak Park
About
Historic 40-Acre Park with Botanical Gardens
Oak Park is a historic 40-acre City of Montgomery park with gardens, playgrounds, and a band shell. The grounds house the Montgomery Botanical Gardens (Southern Garden, three Pollinator Gardens, Daylily Garden, Biblical Garden), the W. A. Gayle Planetarium, and the Parks and Recreation administrative offices.
Family Programs
Garden visits, planetarium shows, and open-park recreation. Programs include:
- Montgomery Botanical Gardens (themed sections)
- W. A. Gayle Planetarium shows (ticketed)
- Playground
- Walking trails through mature trees
- Outdoor classroom and water feature
What's Included
- Free park admission
- Picnic shelters
- Planetarium tickets separate
- Restrooms
Experience
Nice central-city stop for families combining a garden walk with a planetarium show. Kids 4+ engaged by planetarium; younger kids enjoy the playground and water feature. Plan 1-2 hours.