Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Bayou Bend is not actually a park, but a museum (part of the MFAH system). It’s the former home of Houston philanthropist, Ima Hogg. Her mansion is available to tour, but if you’re like us and prefer the outdoors to the stuffy inside of a decorative mansion, garden-only tickets are also available.
The cost for house tour + gardens is $12.50 (for adults), $11 with student ID. Garden only tickets are $7.50 for adults, $6 with student ID.
You will first need to go into the main museum entrance to buy tickets from the gift shop. Then, proceed (either via driving or walking) ~1 mile down the road to the garden/house parking lot.
It is a little pricey to visit, so I would encourage you to visit in the spring when the flowers are in full bloom. Also keep in mind the hours when planning your visit. It’s only open until 5p every day of the week (closed on Mondays). This wouldn’t be one to visit after a long day at work.
I recommend giving yourself 2-3 hours to enjoy the gardens. There’s 14 acres of land to explore here. Ms. Ima Hogg had an absolutely gorgeous garden in her backyard.
Come well-dressed because the sculptures and gardens offer great photo opportunities. Take a look at our photos below!
Learn more about Bayou Bend at: https://www.mfah.org/visit/bayou-bend-collection-and-gardens/
Find this park in: Top Parks for Photo Ops, Top Inner Loop Parks, All-Time Top Parks
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