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New Orleans Botanical Garden
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,592 Google reviews · Greenhouse wedding venue in New Orleans, Louisiana
Long-established gardens with exotic species including orchids & cacti, plus seasonal plant sales.
Plan your tour
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (504) 483-9488
- Website neworleanscitypark.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
The setting
“Fairly compact Botanical Gardens with a medium sized conservatory, a sculpture garden and a garden model railway display (Saturday and Sunday) Very walkable with good paths”
“The greenhouse was our favorite place in the gardens, particularly the living fossil section which has a waterfall.”
“The New Orleans Botanical Garden is an absolute masterpiece—a breathtaking 10-acre oasis nestled within City Park that left me utterly enchanted from the moment I stepped through its gates.”
“At every turn, there’s something stunning to take in—from lush tropical plants and fragrant blooms to elegant sculptures tucked among the greenery.”
Amenities, with proof
“At every turn, there’s something stunning to take in—from lush tropical plants and fragrant blooms to elegant sculptures tucked among the greenery.”
“The gardens are impeccably kept, offering year-round color and inspiration for plant lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking solace.”
“The Garden has protected indoor and outdoor facilities available to rent individually, or in combination with multiple areas inside the Garden.” — the venue's website
“The Yakumo Nihon Teien Japanese Garden offers serene zen moments with its tranquil koi pond and elegant landscaping, while the Rose Garden dazzles with fragrant blooms in every hue.”
What couples say again and again
“At every turn, there’s something stunning to take in—from lush tropical plants and fragrant blooms to elegant sculptures tucked among the greenery.”
“The New Orleans Botanical Garden is an absolute masterpiece—a breathtaking 10-acre oasis nestled within City Park that left me utterly enchanted from the moment I stepped through its gates.”
“The grounds are beautiful and well-maintained making for a peaceful and relaxing walk.”
Why it's listed — and what we can confirm
- Glass / botanical setting — “New Orleans Botanical Garden”
- Hosts weddings or events — “Soaring ceilings, grand arched windows and views of the surrounding gardens create a memorable backdrop for weddings, galas, corporate gatherings and special events.”
- Year-round — “Open year-round, the 10-acre New Orleans Botanical Garden contains more than 2,000 varieties of plants from around the world.”
From the reviews
The kind of Botanical gardens cultivating imagination and beauty and knowledge in one meld. True to The Big Easy style, the gardens are spacious and seasonal decor fun and entertaining. The poinsettia tree is a must see! Parking is free with plenty and tickets are reasonable.
I've been lucky enough to have been to the botanical garden twice this year (once in April and once in September) and I wish I lived closer to go all the time! Both times I was greeted warmly, bought my tickets and given a bracelet for access to the multitude of gardens, and given a map to explore at my own speed.
Getting married at New Orleans Botanical Garden
New Orleans Botanical Garden comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth it. First, see the glass house at the time of day and season you'd actually get married — the light pouring through the panes at golden hour is the whole reason to book one, but a greenhouse at noon in July feels very different from one at dusk in October, so ask about temperature and shade for your date and walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring the questions that only matter for a glass venue: is it heated and air-conditioned (the single most important question), what months do they actually book, is there shade cloth or diffusing glass for midday glare, what's the humidity like in summer, are candles or open flame allowed near the plants, and exactly what's included — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Glass venues are intimate and popular dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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