Forbidden Gardens

23500 Franz Road, Katy, TX, 77493

3.5

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+1 281 347 8000 / +1 281 347 809

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www.forbidden-gardens.com

Forbidden Gardens offers a very unique cultural experience within the context of Katy's suburban environment. At Forbidden Gardens, you'll find replicas of two major Chinese historical sites, the Tomb of Qin Shi Huang-di and a 1/20th scale of the Forbidden City, home to the Imperial family. Hours are 10am - 5pm for Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

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Forbidden Gardens is an outdoor museum where they have about 4 different exhibits. The entrance for adult is $10 and $5 for students. more on igougo

There could be more there though, I wish they had food or something so we could have had a picnic. more on GoCityKids

Overall it was interesting and I would take visiting family to see it for it's cultural value. more on Yahoo! Travel

Even if you are a history student or like such things, I have my doubts that there is any thing that gives you a wow feeling. more on TripAdvisor

It is nice outdoor experience. more on TripAdvisor

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This is the only replica of the Forbidden City and Terra Cotta soliders outside of China . On the up side, the replicas were pretty cool, I enjoyed the weapons room, and the tour talk had lots of interesting info. On the down side, ... more on Yahoo! Travel

From the miniature Great wall, and the 2/3 size terra cotta army , to the history of the forbidden temple this is one ... more on Yahoo! Travel

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What a pleasant surprise! Returning to north Texas after a bad weather week at the coast, I persuaded my tired, bored family to detour to check out the Forbidden Gardens.Although I had read positive r ... more on TripAdvisor

It is nice outdoor experience. Make sure to bring an umbrella because it is extremely hot!! The comment I have is that we are only allowed one hour (with a tour guide only) to see the exhibit of soldi ... more on TripAdvisor

It is so cool to go and learn more about China's history. You can purchase little things that you would see ... more on TripAdvisor

Forbidden Gardens advises on their website that if there is a chance of rain to call ahead and make sure they are open. There was a 30% chance of rain; I called ahead; I was told to come on out; I tre ... more on TripAdvisor

The place has a lot of historical significance but the presentation sucks. Let me provide my feedback on few key points: 1. Timing: This place is located in Texas where it crosses 90 during an average ... more on TripAdvisor