Lucile Halsell Conservatory
5.0 (10)attraction
5.0 (10)March - November: Sunday – Thursday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday & Saturday 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m., Members Only Hour 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.
Sunken glass pyramids shelter distinct plant ecosystems, from lush tropical rainforests to arid desert landscapes.
Description
Designed by architect Emilio Ambasz at the San Antonio Botanical Garden, the site is built as a subterranean complex of glass-enclosed pyramids and pavilions. Modern architecture frames living botanical displays across distinct climatic environments, expanding the collection to feature ferns, palms, and alpine flora.