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Floral Ave.
Providence, RI 02905
https://www.providenceri.gov/botanical-center/
What we loved about Roger Williams Park botanical Center :
A visit to Roger Williams Botanical Center is a lot of fun for everyone! When we first arrived, we were enchanted by all the flowers, birds and busy bees. After we got through the first series of gardens there was an opening in a field, we all immediately saw 3 goats with people walking them on leashes! My kids had to see what was going on and pet the goats of course. We found out the triplet goats live on the grounds and tend to them by eating all the weeds! Who knew? My kids picked several weeds for the goats to eat and hand-fed them! I learned that you can sign up to walk them. So interesting!
Next, we went into the conservatory which is the tallest of the greenhouses. We were certainly not expecting to see what we did. We were taken aback upon entering. It looked as though we stepped into the Caribbean. We were in awe by the lush vegetation and serine water features. There was just endless beauty in every direction. The adjoined Mediterranean room was also quite lovely. We saw carnivorous plants, aloe and cacti along with a koi pond with the biggest koi we’ve ever seen! It was pretty special.
The rest of Roger Williams Park Botanical Center was also very lovely. There are trees, small ponds and home-made simple branch tipis. We had fun finding things on the property such as pine cones and figuring out which tree they came from. This location is fun to explore in the different seasons to see enjoy the variety of plants in each season as well as get some much needed warmth when winter is in full swing.
We especially love visiting during their annual Fairy Garden days and have done so for the past 2 April vacations. We highly recommend it. It’s such a magical event that sparks imagination and interest in creating our own whimsical gardens at home. This year’s theme is dragons which will be extra fun to see all the colors and displays. See below for more details and special pricing on this special event.
The Skinny:
- Weather : A nice dry day ideally because it is mostly an outdoor location with some indoor green houses too
- Parking and Admissions : Plenty of free parking. General Admission – $5, Child (6-12), Seniors (65+), & Military (w/ ID) – $2, Child (under 6) – FREE *** see pricing below for Fairy Garden days
- Location : A large garden with several greenhouses as well as exterior plants in the city on the same grounds as the zoo. Ceremonies are held here such as weddings because it is so picturesque inside the greenhouses. There is a newly added outdoor play center for children that is spectacular for pretend play. Numerous events take place here. A annual favorite of our is visiting their Fairy Garden Days during April school vacation. This year it is April 13-28 from 9:30-5PM and pricing is $18 for adults and $12 for children.
- Hours : Open Tuesday- Sunday in 2 hour time sessions 10 AM-4PM last entry is 3:30
- Duration : We spent 2 hours here
- Tips and Recommendations : Wear walking shoes and comfy attire. Be sure to find the goats and pet them. They can be pretty aggressive and try to eat anything on you-a shirt, purse, etc. so just be aware to keep watch of your belongings while with them. They are pretty hilarious.
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If you enjoyed Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, you will also want to check out Connecticut’s Mohegan Park where you will find a beautiful Rose garden. Other gorgeous gardens are New England Botanic Gardens, Green Animals and Heritage Museums and Gardens.
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