Botanical garden · Madison, WI
University teaching garden of 1.3 acres beside a greenhouse complex with 11 climate zones and over 1,000 plant types. The garden is open dawn to dusk; the greenhouse is open weekdays.
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1090 University Avenue, Madison, WI 53706
Check the date you plan to visit. No live opening status.
Checked September 29, 2026 · Official visitor source · Hours source
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Not a garden recommendation.
Accessibility details have not been recorded for this garden. Check the official visitor information for surfaces, slopes, step-free routes, facilities and equipment.
Official visitor informationStraight-line distances from this garden’s street address, not driving distances.
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