McGovern Centennial Gardens

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McGovern Centennial Gardens is where nature and elegance intertwine. These lush gardens were unveiled in 2014 and hosts over 50,000 plants. With eight acres of beautifully curated landscapes, including the serene Rose Garden and the interactive Family Garden, every step here feels like walking into a romantic fairytale. Take your date to new heights at the iconic Mount, a 30-foot hill with a breathtaking view of the city skyline, perfect for a couple selfie. Stroll hand-in-hand along tree-lined promenades, or take a quiet moment by the tranquil reflection pools. Fun fact: the garden hosts over 50,000 plants, making it a feast for the eyes and the heart.

Google Reviews

4.8

Based on 4603 reviews

陳昶任

05:33 23 Dec 24

JS LE NOBLE.

12:29 22 Dec 24

Great place, but didn't have a chance to visit, because it's was after the closing time. Need to go back another day. 😫

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19:52 13 Nov 24

McGovern Centennial Gardens in Houston is beautifully blends nature and art. The garden features themed areas like the Rose Garden and Arid Garden, providing a diverse experience for visitors. The highlight is the striking grass pyramid, offering stunning views of the surroundings. The gardens are well-maintained, making it a perfect spot for leisurely walks or family outings. Overall, it’s a lovely place to unwind and appreciate nature in the heart of the city. The gardens offer venues for weddings and private gatherings, including the Cherie Flores Garden Pavilion and Celebration Garden for various occasions

Greta

23:19 29 Oct 24

It's free, it's beautiful, it has public restrooms. What more can you ask for? I really love the vegetable garden, it's fun to see and smell all the herbs and see what fruit they're growing. And they give all the food they grow to the Houston Food Bank. I love sitting at the top of the Mount on a cool, windy day. You can hear anything playing at the pavilion, too.

Tasnim Ara Islam

05:37 17 Sep 24

McGovern Centennial Garden is one of our favorite parks in Houston! It offers serene greenery, five themed gardens, a sculpture walk, a garden pavilion, a pagoda, a central lawn, fountains, and convenient restrooms. We noticed three different entry points to access the garden. Free admission.

The highlight is the stunning 30 ft tall and 175 ft wide zoysia grass hill, designed like a layered cake, with a spiral wheelchair-accessible path leading to a summit with 360-degree panoramic views. The cascading waterfall and reflection pool in front add to the beauty.

The park is dog-friendly, and the Promenade at the entrance is perfect for photos. The garden’s ever-blooming flowers always draw us back for more!

Nancy Hernandez

05:41 29 Jul 24

Beautiful area to relax, walk, and enjoy its beautiful flowers and its habitants as we saw bees, squirrels, lizards, and even a rabbit. Loved it there. There are plenty of areas to sit with or without tables, a clean bathroom, and lots of green 💚!

Kawana Simon

04:08 02 Jun 24

First off, just realize that this is definitely a seasonal place! Sometimes it's very luscious m, green and colorful. Other times... after a rain, drought, ice, etc or will not look like most of the pics. I saw a few reviews on this and wanted to reiterate as well.

But during the right season it's absolutely beautiful! And after walking through the gardens, sitting a while and looking at the water features. You might want to take a walk over to the museum as well!

Restrooms, vending machines and usually 2 food trucks are out front