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North Carolina Botanical Garden

Botanical garden

4.6(1285 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 AM
North Carolina Botanical Garden

About

Free, natural retreat on UNC campus. Free-entry green oasis with display gardens, trails, art exhibits & an education center at UNC.

Parent Helper AI

What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at North Carolina Botanical Garden:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    100 Old Mason Farm Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
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    Phone
    (919) 962-0522
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    Hours
    Monday:Closed
    Tuesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:9 AM–5 PM
    Friday:9 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:9 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:9 AM–5 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

  • Picnic tables: Picnic tables available
  • Public restroom: Has public restroom

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Kid-friendly hikes: Has kid-friendly hikes

Nearby

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