Things to Do at Myriad Botanical Gardens

Complete Guide to Myriad Botanical Gardens in Oklahoma City

About Myriad Botanical Gardens

Myriad Botanical Gardens offers visitors expansive outdoor spaces with free admission year-round. Free WiFi is available throughout the facility for visitor convenience. The natural sounds of local wildlife blend with rustling foliage while comfortable seating areas provide rest stops throughout the tour throughout the grounds. The facility serves as an important cultural hub for the local community, hosting events and educational programs throughout the year.

What to See & Do

Crystal Bridge Conservatory

A striking 224-foot cylindrical glass conservatory filled with tropical plants, waterfalls, and exotic species from around the globe - it's genuinely impressive regardless of the season

Children's Garden

An interactive space designed for kids with hands-on learning opportunities, climbing structures, and plants they can actually touch - surprisingly engaging even for adults

Rose Garden

A classic formal garden featuring hundreds of rose varieties that peak in late spring and early fall, though there's usually something blooming most of the year

Water Stage

An outdoor amphitheater that hosts concerts and events, surrounded by beautiful landscaping and offering a nice spot to rest even when there's no show

Seasonal Gardens

Rotating displays that change throughout the year, from spring tulips to fall mums - the kind of thing that makes repeat visits worthwhile

Practical Information

Opening Hours

Gardens are open daily 6 AM to 11 PM; Crystal Bridge Conservatory typically opens at 10 AM and closes between 5-6 PM depending on season

Tickets & Pricing

Garden grounds are free to explore; Crystal Bridge Conservatory admission is around $12 for adults, $8 for children, with discounts for seniors and military

Best Time to Visit

Spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) offer the most comfortable weather, though the conservatory makes it a year-round destination

Suggested Duration

Plan for 2-3 hours if you want to see everything at a relaxed pace, though you could easily spend just an hour in the conservatory alone

Getting There

The gardens sit at Robinson and Reno in downtown OKC. You can walk there from most hotels and major attractions without breaking a sweat. Paid parking fills up fast during events, so arrive early or take the streetcar. The Oklahoma City Streetcar stops at Robinson and Sheridan-close enough for an easy walk to the entrance.

Things to Do Nearby

Oklahoma City Museum of Art
Just a few blocks away with an impressive collection including one of the world's largest collections of Chihuly glass art

Bricktown Entertainment District
About a 10-minute walk east, featuring restaurants, bars, and the canal with boat rides - the city's main entertainment hub

Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum
A moving tribute to the 1995 bombing victims, located about 6 blocks northwest and worth the short walk

Chesapeake Energy Arena
Home to the Oklahoma City Thunder, just south of the gardens - convenient if you're catching a game

Downtown OKC Farmers Market
Saturday morning market in nearby Bricktown that's worth timing your visit around if you're in town on weekends

Tips & Advice

Visit the conservatory first if you're there on a busy day - it tends to get more crowded as the day goes on

Bring a water bottle, especially in summer, as Oklahoma heat can be intense and shade is limited in some garden areas

Check their event calendar before visiting - they host everything from plant sales to outdoor concerts that might enhance or complicate your visit

The gardens are surprisingly good for photos, but the best light in the conservatory is usually in the late morning