It’s best to contact them directly but I’ve been there a couple of times and don’t recall seeing an area where could picnic.

At least an hour, we were there for 2 hours

sorry no pets are allowed.

Olbrich Botanical Gardens is located on the Capital City bike path, offering easy access to and from the gardens for bikers. However, bikes are not allowed inside the gardens or conservatory. There is plenty of bike parking by the entrance. There is also a B-Cycle station in the parking lot for visitors who wish to rent a bike and ride throughout Madison.

To my knowledge they do not have wheelchairs to rent. But it is wheelchair friendly throughout most of the garden. I have seen many people in the Gardens in wheelchairs. The do have a tram that many ride in throughout the garden. I am not sure if all the gardens are equally accessible. The path to the Thai Garden might be a challenge.

Only service animals are allowed.

The beauty of the Bolz Conservatory lies not only in the flora and fauna, but also in the fact that you can take any route you like to explore in your own time. We recommend approximately one to two hours to really make the most of your tropical experience. Don't forget it is kept to tropical temperatures, so dress appropriately -- the heat is the limiting factor for time spent inside!

Admission to Olbrich's outdoor gardens is completely free! Entry to the Bolz Conservatory is $2 for the general public, and free for children aged 5 and under. Admission to the Bolz Conservatory is free to the general public on Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. We look forward to seeing you soon!