Meadowlark Botanical Gardens
Explore Ornamental and Native Plant Gardens
Explore 95 acres of ornamental display gardens, unique native plant collections, and peaceful woodlands at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna, Virginia. Discover local flora and fauna among lakes, forests and meandering walking trails. Take in majestic views of the Piedmont hills, explore the Korean Bell Garden or pay a visit to our restored 18th Century log cabin. Garden admission is paid upon arrival at the Visitor Center.
The Atrium private events venue, containing an indoor tropical garden is available to host your next meeting or event.
Meadowlark Botanical Gardens is also home to the annual Winter Walk of Lights, a spectacular holiday light display featuring illuminated displays and a multitude of lighted trees. Click here for Winter Walk of Lights details. Tickets go on sale in October.
Opening Hours
CURRENT STATUS:
The Gardens are now operating on normal business hours (see chart below). In addition, please note: The visitor center (including restrooms) is open at limited capacity. Please scroll to the bottom of the page for fees.
| January 21- February | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Admissions close at 4:30 PM |
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| March | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Admissions close at 5:30 PM |
| April | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Admissions close at 6:30 PM |
| May | 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM Admissions close at 7:00 PM |
| June - August | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Admissions close at 7:30 PM |
| July 4th | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| September | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| October | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Admissions close at 5:30 PM |
| November - December* | 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Admissions close at 4:00 PM |
| Winter Walk of Lights Season |
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*Gardens may close during the day when ice or snow covers the trails
*No Daytime hours on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day
Fees
| Jurisdiction | Non-Jurisdiction | |
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Effective March - November only Under Age 6 Age 6 - 17 Age 18 - 54 Age 55 and over |
Free $3.00 $6.00 $3.00 |
Free $3.00 $6.00 $3.00 |
Meadowlark Gardens Annual Pass Single* Family* * See information regarding purchasing annual passes and membership opportunities below in the Friends section. |
$35.00 $50.00 |
$35.00 $50.00 |
Group Rate (available Monday-Friday only) Pre-arranged group of 10 or more, per person |
$4.00 |
$4.00 |
DOG POLICY
Dogs are not permitted in the Garden, but welcome on the Perimeter Trail.
OUTSIDE FOOD POLICY
No outside food or drink permitted within the garden grounds. Meadowlark does offer a picnic shelter prior to entering the gardens for guests to enjoy their picnic prior to entering the gardens. (Please see map marker 28)
