University of Wisconsin - Botany Garden — Attraction in Madison

UW Madison's Botany Garden is an often-missed gem. Alongside University Ave between Lathrop and Chamberlin Halls and behind Birge Hall, it's refuge to escape from the hubbub of city life. In addition to the trees and flowers, there's a considerable quantity of artwork, plus the Newton Tree. In good weather, UW students can be found studying or resting on the grass, benches or under one of the three immense ginkgo and...

Beautiful garden, especially in late spring when everything is in bloom. We loved the colorful tulips, lilac trees, and Newton Apple Tree.

There are ADA-accessible ramps but it’s a bit steep, and there are stairs that you have to climb up from the main road.

There are some benches and a gazebo that would be...

This is a very small botanical garden in the middle of campus. There aren't many very exotic plants, and some didn't quite survive the winter (went in mid-spring). Overall this place is...