Desert Botanical Gardens - Phoenix - TravBuddy

The Desert Botanical Gardens in Phoenix covers 145 acres and is among the best for showing off a full array of cactus and hot climate plants and flowers. And in the springtime many of the cactus bloom with colorful flowers. We managed to see a few and we could see many more that almost ready to open. The different areas are well maintained and the signage is very helpful in naming and identifying the plants. In the Hummingbird gardens we were able to watch a few birds come and feed from the flowers when the majority of people had left.
There was even a wonderful butterfly exhibit going on during our visit and for a very small extra fee you could stroll through a special tent and be right in with a large variety and number of butterflies.
This is a place where it is advised to visit early in the day prior to the heat. Even with a number of drinking fountains around the gardens, I would still advise a bottle of water to take along. And a good wide-brimmed hat.
This is a very informative, educational and beautiful stroll. Take your time and enjoy it to its fullest!