Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Overview
Ready for a reset? Experience the beauty of the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens—a 300-acre outdoor escape filled with 1,700 plant species, curated themed gardens, and nearly six miles of scenic trails. Just a short drive from downtown Kansas City, this must-see attraction is an easy, peaceful getaway where the outdoors, art, and family fun come together.
Stroll the Monet Garden to see the soft colors of flowers that inspired the artist, let the kids dig for fossils in the Children’s Garden, or search for sculptures among the trees in the International Sculpture Garden. Part nature retreat, part art gallery, and part outdoor classroom, no matter where your path wanders here, you’ll find something delightfully unexpected.
One of the best details? The Arboretum and Botanical Gardens are open year-round, so there’s always something new to marvel at in every season. Get more information on this must-see Overland Park attraction to start planning your visit today.
Hours
September - March
Monday-Sunday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
April - August
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday | 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Gates shut at closing time.
Admission
Free: Ages 5 and under
$3: Ages 6-17 $
$7: Adults 18+
Free admission on the first Tuesday of each month.
Map View
Related Events
October 2
Discovery Day at the Arboretum8909 W 179th Street
Overland Park, Kansas 66013
United States
9:00 AM - 11:59 PM
October 18
Botanical Brewfest8909 W 179th St
Overland Park, Kansas 66013
United States
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
October 21
Night at the Arboretum8909 W 179th Street
Overland Park, Kansas 66013
United States
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
November 26
Electric Glow8909 W 179th Street
Overland Park, Kansas 66013
United States
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
November 28
Luminary Walk8909 W 179th Street
Overland Park, Kansas 66013
United States
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
December 1
Accessibility-Friendly Cart Tour of Luminary Walk8909 W 179th Street
Overland Park, Kansas 66013
United States
All Day
Related Stories

10 Overland Park Adventures Under $10
Planning a fun family day doesn’t have to mean draining your wallet. Overland Park, Kansas, is packed with activities that are exciting, educational, and (best of all) affordable.

How to Spend a Family Weekend in Overland Park Like a Local
Steam lifts with a curtain of haze as we roll onto the I-35 toward Kansas. We’re in the single digit days of August and it’s the southerly route jackknifing us straight outta Iowa and into…

A Foodie’s Getaway in Overland Park
Overland Park is only a quick two-and-a-half-hour drive from Wichita, but the food and activities made it feel like a true getaway.

A Weekend of Learning and Exploration in Overland Park
If you're looking for a family-friendly getaway just a few hours from St. Louis, let us introduce you to Overland Park, Kansas.

A Couple’s Weekend Getaway in Overland Park
We had quite the weekend in Overland Park, Kansas exploring the city for a couple's getaway.

A Long Weekend in Overland Park with 4 Kids
We spent three days exploring Overland Park and had such a great time.

Visit Overland Park for Spring Break
Spring Break is the perfect time to shake off the winter blues, and embrace the fresh air and blooming landscapes.

2024 Holiday Lights Guide in Overland Park
Grab your hot chocolate and hit the road this season for all the holiday lights in Overland Park!