Red Butte Garden and Arboretum
4.8(3,149)4.8 out of 5 stars, 3149 reviews Salt Lake City, UT
About Red Butte Garden and Arboretum
Red Butte Garden and Arboretum offers a stunning natural environment with diverse gardens, scenic views, and family-friendly features, making it an ideal destination for parents looking for a peaceful and educational outing with their children.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a peaceful outdoor experience.Educational outings for children to learn about plants and nature.All ages, with specific areas designed for young children in the children's garden.
Why families love it
- Beautifully maintained gardens with a variety of plants and flowers.
- Multiple areas including a children's garden, medicinal herbs, and fragrant herbs.
- Wildlife observation opportunities, including birds and squirrels.
- Quiet spots with benches along the creekside for relaxation.
- Free admission days available, making it budget-friendly.
- Wheelchair accessibility with free wheelchairs provided.
Insider tips
- Bring a picnic to enjoy in the gardens.
- Visit during spring to see the wisteria in bloom.
- Consider going on free admission days for additional savings.
Good to know before you go
- Busy weekends and holidays when the gardens may be crowded.
- Some areas may be challenging for strollers due to uphill paths.
- Crowds
- Less busy on weekdays and during off-peak seasons.
- Value
- Admission is reasonably priced, with free days available. Annual membership offers additional value for frequent visitors.
- Food
- Picnics are allowed, but check for specific rules regarding outside food.
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-friendly paths and free wheelchair rentals available.
- Safety
- Well-maintained paths and seating areas along trails.
What parents say
"absolutely stunning grounds! Came here on a beautiful afternoon with some girlfriends and it was really nice to walk around! Every corner returned there was another beautiful flower tree or plant as well as as a vantage point/look out which we thought was deserving of a wedding/proposal… just a stunning place overall! A very reasonable price for admission, not busy, and easily accessible from the city"
a week ago
"Went here on their free admission day! The flowers are gorgeous and the gift shop has some of the best looking honey I’ve ever seen. Also there’s a floral patch in the garden that smells super nice. I saw a heron in the river and a couple ducks as well. Perfect for a spring/summer date."
a week ago
"Get your butt to Red Butte! Took me several years living in SLC to get up here but now I'm a renewing annual member. Gardens are beautiful throughout the year thospring and fall are especially beautiful with the flowers. Don't miss the wisteria in the spring 👌🏼 Love the different areas of the gardens including medicinal and fragrant herbs, drought tolerant plants, children's garden, creek/waterfalls and even an indoor tropical space. Very familly friendly. Even the birds and bees love it here 😉 Today I wheeled my pregnant friend around and the gardens provided a wheelchair free of charge!"
2 weeks ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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