Botanical Gardens is my favorite go to place during the summer. It has something for everyone. The parking is free and easily accessible, and right next to it is the children’s arena. There’s only one washroom- the one inside the arena. Once you enter you see a beautiful peony flower area. If you’re a flower enthusiast then these Gardens are for you. There’s always multiple classes and activities happening- adult painting classes, peony festivities, EarlyOn class for infants and toddlers. The last time I visited I saw the Waterfall Garden and it was really so cute and wonderful for the kids. There were even some toads inside the water- perfect learning opportunity.

There’s a bridge that takes you over the stream, but also there’s access to the stream if you’re the dip your legs in kind of person.

Tons of flowers, two different play areas, picnic tables everywhere, some abstract art like metal bees, and metal mushrooms lol.

My kids absolutely love the play structures- it’s usually shaded so we aren’t burning in the heat.

On the absolute end of the Garden is a cute walk away with similar metal structure- that reminds me of a bird cage. This area is perfect if you want to throw a ball around, or go for a walk in circles. It’s also very picturesque just like the rest of the gardens.

The only reason I gave it 4 stars is due to the lack of a washroom the rest of the way!