There are so many amazing things to do when you live in Denver. Whether you want to check out a new bakery or you’re looking to spend the day exploring one of the amazing art galleries throughout the city. But with summer just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to check out the butterfly gardens near the city.
Colorado is packed full of some really stellar butterfly gardens. Which is why we want to help you narrow down your search. We’ve compiled some of our favorites you’ll want to try the next time you want to see something truly amazing.
1) Chatfield Farms
A part of the Denver Botanic Gardens, Chatfield Farms is home to a stunning native butterfly exhibit. Running from the end of May to the beginning of September, this is a perfect summer activity. Here you’ll see hundreds of native butterflies, such as swallowtails, mourning cloaks, and so much more. You won’t want to miss out on checking out this amazing gardens full of beautiful butterflies.
- Address:
- 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO 80128
- Hours:
- Daily from 9 am to 3 pm
- Price:
- Adults: $13
- Seniors, Military and Veterans: $10
- Children and Students: $7
- Children 2 and Under: Free
- Website:
2) The Gardens on Spring Creek
Featuring between 400 and 600 free-flying butterflies and moths, The Butterfly House at The Gardens on Spring Creek is a spectacular place to see. Here you can explore the tropical oasis all while getting up close to both the butterflies and plants throughout the space. Plan your visit to see butterflies emerge from their chrysalises as well as caterpillar displays. As well as more than 100 varieties of tropical plants.
- Address:
- 2145 Centre Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80526
- Hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, and Friday: 10 am to 5 pm
- Wednesday: 10 am to 8 pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 8.30 am to 5 pm
- Closed Thursdays
- Price:
- Adults: $12.50
- Seniors, Military and Veterans: $10.50
- Children and Students: $10.50
- Website:
3) Butterfly Pavilion
When you visit the Butterfly Pavilion, the first stop we always recommend is the butterflies. Here you’ll be able to be among the free-flying butterflies in the tropical paradise. You can explore the 7,200 square-foot tropical rainforest where you can see countless butterflies. But that’s not all you should check out when you come. Whether you want to see live chrysalis where butterflies will emerge. Or explore the incredible diversity of underwater invertebrates. You’ll find it all at the Butterfly Pavilion.
- Address:
- 6252 W 104th Avenue, Westminster, CO 80020
- Hours:
- Daily from 9 am to 5 pm
- Price:
- Adults: $17.45
- Seniors: $15.45
- Children (2-12): $12.45
- Children under 2: Free
- Website:
4) Western Colorado Botanical Gardens
With 15-acres along the Colorado River, the Western Colorado Botanical Gardens, has created a beautiful landscape filled with stunning gardens. From the Cactus Garden to Children’s Secret Garden. And along with those is the impressive tropical rainforest and butterfly house. Here you’ll find tropical plants and orchids as well as koi fish and tortoises. And of course so many amazing butterflies.
- Address:
- 655 Struthers Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501
- Hours:
- Tuesday through Friday: 9 am to 4 pm
- Price:
- Adults: $5
- Seniors, Students, Military, Children 12+: $4
- Children (3-11): $3
- Children under 3: Free
- Website:
There are so many amazing gardens in the Denver area and just as many of them have some really stunning butterfly gardens. Though we recommend you check out the ones we’ve listed today for a truly great experience. What are your favorite spots to see the butterflies? Head on down to the comments to let us know what we’re missing out on.
If you’re looking for a new place to live, or interested in moving to the beautiful state of Colorado, find your next dream apartment here. While on your search for the best apartments, be sure to check out all the reasons you should absolutely live in Denver.
