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Gardens + outdoors · South Overland Park

Overland Park ArboretumSouth Overland Park

Garden paths, fresh air and the kind of pretty that makes everyone slow down.

OutdoorsChillRomantic

Fresh air. Better mood.

Where

South Overland Park, KS

Plan for

About 120 minutes

Planning estimate

WHAT TO EXPECT

A reason to get out there.

A 300-acre destination with themed gardens, nature trails and outdoor art. Start at LongHouse Visitor Center, then choose the garden or trail portion of your visit.

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Make this your first move.

Make this the fresh-air part of your day rather than a race through every path. Leave the next reservation loose enough to enjoy the walk.

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BEST FOR

Find your kind of fun.

  • Friends and families
  • A shared activity with time to linger

Suggested for preschool families, school-age children, teens, adults. These are editorial suggestions; venue participation and admission rules still apply.

THE GAME PLAN

Leave a little breathing room.

Allow about 120 minutes here, plus travel. Check the forecast before making this your anchor.

Suggested visit length. Check the official site for current hours, prices, age rules and reservations.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

A little planning.
A better outing.

  • LongHouse Visitor Center is free to enter. Garden admission is separate and can be purchased online or in the gift shop.
  • Check current hours, weather and the accessibility of your intended route before visiting.
Check this location’s visitor information ↗

AMENITIES & ACCESS

Check your must-haves.

Arrival
LongHouse Visitor Center and gift shop.
Outdoors
Cultivated gardens and natural walking trails.

Confirm before visiting: Accessible path details; Parking and restroom arrangements.

Confirm with the venue ↗

GETTING THERE

Make your next move.

MORE KC IDEAS

Keep the good ideas coming.

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MAKE A DAY OF IT

One good idea.
A whole day ahead.

Grab a bite. Find a little treat. Leave room for a shopping detour. Check each stop’s area and hours before you go.

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