Suggestions for Garden near Madison

Alexander O. • August 18, 2014Incredible free garden with beautiful outdoor displays. The indoor garden is also great, it does have a small fee though. Make sure to go to the Thai garden it is amazing.

Carol B. • July 10, 2023Beautiful, small garden but very much worth repeat visits!

UW-Madison University Housing • August 23, 2012Request a tilling of your plot at the garden website by a community garden worker to reduce compact or clodded soil and watch your garden thrive!

UW-Madison University Housing • August 23, 2012Check the area to the southeast for designated places for weeds, compost, and leaves, and use the sifting boxes to prepare dirt for plantings.

Josef B. • October 6, 2019An amazing overview of the many works and deeds of our alumni. Great gardens and views.

Wayne • September 9, 2012The annual Good Food Garden Party is not to be missed!

Bradd P. • December 29, 2012For my money (free Saturday mornings) this is a great getaway from the Wisconsin winter.

UW-Madison • August 29, 2011Take a break in this gorgeous sanctuary located away from buildings and traffic. Trivia: The women's tennis courts were situated here in the 1950s.

Amy H. • June 30, 2013Very helpful staff - beautiful plants.

Sue L. • May 4, 2018Always worth a trip to Olbrich!

Laura W. • July 29, 2017Pickup picnic rations at the Farmers Market to enjoy on the terrace. Beautiful views of the capital and lake.

Frank W. • April 16, 2017Displays & garden artwork

Pat N. • September 25, 2015Beautiful place and so serene. Definitely worth seeing.

McKenzie S. • July 25, 2011The rooftop gardens are worth the ticket price. Views of Madison + live chickens are great!

Paul B. • August 4, 2011I support local businesses whenever possible.

Jennifer B. • April 8, 2010The best coffee. The friendliest staff. I recommend the cookies (warmed) and the cupcakes.

Caity S. • September 17, 2017This place is charming & a delightful addition the existing neighborhood park! Bags, a sandbox for kids, great beer & snacks.

Craig L. • March 8, 2013If you like adventures in brews, The Malthouse beer board has lots of good choices! Check out Maerdsous Oud Bruin!!

Clay K. • May 30, 2014Bloody Mary's are fantastic, like drinking a garden of freshness!

Barry G. • December 16, 2012The Dutch Garden is delicious. But they don't make that here. If you can find it, it's worth a try.