White River Gardens

White River Gardens
White River Gardens in 2007
Interactive map highlighting the gardens within White River State Park
TypeBotanical garden
LocationWhite River State Park
Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.
Coordinates39°45′58″N 86°10′34″W / 39.766°N 86.176°W / 39.766; -86.176
Area3.3 acres (1.3 ha)
OpenedJune 13, 1999 (1999-06-13)
DesignerWoollen, Molzan and Partners
Rundell Ernstberger Associates
Owned byIndianapolis Zoological Society
Operated byIndianapolis Zoo
OpenDaily, seasonal hours vary
StatusOpen all year
Paths1.5 miles (2.4 km)
Plants47,233
Species3,055
Public transit access 8
CostUS$15 million
FacilitiesHilbert Conservatory
WebsiteOfficial website

White River Gardens is a botanical garden located at White River State Park in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. Established in 1999, the gardens are managed and operated by the Indianapolis Zoo. In 2021, White River Gardens' 3.3 acres (1.3 ha) was home to nearly 50,000 plants of more than 3,000 species.

The complex includes a conservatory, fountains and water features, outdoor gardens, a dining and event facility, and 1.5 miles (2.4 km) of paths. The gardens are situated to the east of the zoo's entry plaza on the western bank of the White River overlooking downtown Indianapolis.