Hilltop Arboretum — Attraction in Louisiana

Very green and relaxing place. It is open from dawn till dusk, and the office/gift shop is only open normal hours (like a 9-5). There are turtles in the pond, if you go up to the deck and look over, that will come to you. There are a bunch of interesting trees and a few flowers. It’s very earthy and smells fresh. There are multiple paths in, and not a hard closing time, so if you are concerned just park outside the gate. There are bees in the far back past the hill near magnolia trees, and lots of insects and birds. Check the office when you go, as this place is a venue for people to use and could be closed. Overall,...

Wonderful and lovely place to stroll as well as to purchase some greenery!

It's not a long stroll, but perfect to take kids on a walk to teach them the names of many varieties of trees, shrubs, and ferns. It's short enough that most children would be interested most of the way through.

It's a beautiful venue for a wedding, too. The space is serene, the pavilion next to the pond is open, and there really would be so much natural beauty! I wish I had scheduled my wedding here, but my guest list was too long to be sure we'd all fit. We wouldn't once it was all days and done. Maybe for...

This is a hidden gem in the middle of the city! There is a massive covered pavilion with restrooms, a large turtle pond, and a beautiful walking trail. At various times of the year, they let the meadow grow out with wild flowers. There is a fun hill for the kids to explore. There are lots of fun nooks and crannies of different types of plant. The trees and plants are labeled with their names. This is a beautiful place for a walk, a meeting, or...