Foster Botanical Garden at a Glance
Encompassing almost 14 acres, the Foster Botanical Garden
is a serene oasis and home to more than 10,000 species of
rare tropical plants from all over the world. The garden
is located just a few blocks from the business district
in downtown
Honolulu on the island of Oahu. In 1988, it was placed
on the Hawaii Register of Historic Places and because of
its beauty, it has served as the setting for several Hollywood
films and TV shows in the past.
The
Foster Botanical Garden features rare and endangered trees,
an orchid, herb and prehistoric garden and even an economic
garden, which shows plants that are used for medicine, food,
fabrics and dyes.
The garden was created in 1853, when Queen Kalama leased
a small area of land to a young German doctor, William Hillebrand.
Hillebrand, who was a physician as well as a botanist, built
a home together with his wife in the upper terrace area
of the garden. The beautiful trees that are still there
today were planted by him.
To preserve the garden’s plants, visitors are not allowed
to pick any part of the plants or remove any plant material
from the garden. More than 75,000 visitors come here each
year and guided tours are available Mondays through Saturdays
at 1 p.m. (and by appointment), but reservations are recommended
because the tours are based on availability of volunteer
docents.
The
Foster Botanical Garden is also a favorite place for weddings
and photo shootings. A permit is required for weddings and
commercial photography (see below for contact info).
Foster
Botanical Garden in Bullet Points
- Foster Botanical Garden covers almost 14 acres and
features more than 10,000 species of rare tropical plants
- Conveniently located just a few blocks from downtown
Honolulu
- Garden was placed on the Hawaii Register of Historic
Places
- Because of its beauty, the garden is a popular spot
for weddings and picture taking
Foster Botanical Garden Areas of Interest:
Lyon Orchid Garden - a collection of Old and New World orchid
species
Main Terrace - the oldest part of the garden dating back
to 1853
Middle Terraces - palms, aroids, heliconia and ginger plants
Economic Garden - herb garden, spices, dyes, poisons and
beverage plants
Prehistoric Glen - primitive plants from around the world
Hybrid Orchids - blooming orchid display
Exceptional Trees - 24 trees designated "exceptional" throughout
the garden
Hours, Admission, Contact Info
Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily (closed on Christmas
and New Year’s Day)
To reserve a guided tour, plan a wedding, or for commercial
photo shootings, call for more information (808) 522-7066
Admission:
$5 General admission, for 13 years and older
$3 for Hawaii residents (with photo I.D.)
$1 for children ages 6-12
Free for children 5 years old and under
$25 Annual family pass
Foster Botanical Garden Location
Address: 50 North Vineyard Boulevard Honolulu, HI 96817
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