Best time to visit
Arrive within the first hour of opening for the shortest queues and best photo light.
Texas Discovery Gardens
Last reviewed June 2026 by James Morgan. AI-assisted, human-edited. Our editorial standards
About Texas Discovery Gardens
An organic Fair Park oasis where free-flying butterflies share trails with garden trains.
Set in Dallas's historic Fair Park, Texas Discovery Gardens is a 7.5-acre, organically maintained oasis built around plants, pollinators, and play.
What you'll see and do - Walk lush plant trails alive with free-flying butterflies and hummingbirds - Visit the Sammons Butterfly and Insectarium and the Snake and Reptile Shack - Let kids loose on the outdoor playscape and ride the garden trains - Explore specialty gardens, ponds, fountains, and a rotating art gallery
Attraction Details
Facilities
- Toilets
- Gift Shop
- Baby Changing
- Food Options
- Parking
- Pushchair Friendly
- Wheelchair Friendly
Events at Texas Discovery Gardens
One-Day Plant Sale
Saturday, May 16
Join us for a special one-day plant sale featuring native plants, perennials, herbs, and colorful annuals. Sip and shop while you browse a full availability of beautiful plants.
Friday Morning Curated Plant Sale
Every Friday
A new weekly plant sale held at the TDG Greenhouse gate on Pennsylvania from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, offering a limited selection of plants.
Summer Camp Registration is Now Open!
June 1-26, 2026; July 6-17, 2026
Summer camps designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and foster a lifelong connection to nature through hands-on science and outdoor discovery.
Once Upon a Garden: National Pollinators Week Special
Saturday, June 27, 2026
A special story time event for National Pollinator Week with author and bee keeper Shanna Upchurch, featuring a captivating story, honey tasting, and beekeeping equipment demos.
Plan Your Visit
Family-tested advice for a smoother day at Texas Discovery Gardens.
Who it's for
All ages
Getting there
Onsite or nearby parking available at 3601 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.
Pro tip
Pack snacks, refillable water bottles and a portable charger to keep the day running smoothly.
Directions
Texas Discovery Gardens
3601 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Dallas, TX 75210
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Last updated 6/23/2026
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