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  • Open daily 8:30am to 4:30pm except holidays
  • General admission (does not include special events) $7, Children 4-12 $3
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    Plan Your Visit

  • Admission & Hours
  • Virtual Tour of the Gardens
  • Garden Map
  • Garden Tours (included with Gardens’ Admission)
  • Group Visits
  • Garden Railway
  • Gardens Café
  • Gift Shop
  • Gallery at the Gardens

Admission & Hours


General Admission*

  • Adults - $7.00

  • Children 4-12 - $3.00

  • Children 3 and younger and Gardens’ members are free

    *Certain special events are not included, special prices may apply


  • Hours

    Closed January 1, July 4, Thanksgiving and December 24-25.

    Gardens and Gift Shop: Open daily, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

    Cafe 54 (Open Seasonally October - May): 10:30 A.M. - 2:30 P.M.


    Education Kits at the Gardens

    On your next visit to the Gardens, look for the interactive touch carts staffed by docents in various garden locations. Themed carts such as desert birds, saguaros, cacti & succulents, and ethnobotany are equipped with hands-on props that can be handled by visitors. *Subject to availability


    Wheelchairs

    There are wheelchairs available on a first come basis. Please inquire at the Gift Shop.


    Commercial Photography and Video

    Personal photos are allowed throughout the Gardens. Commercial use of photographs are prohibited without the full written consent of Tucson Botanical Gardens. Photo shoots may be arranged by calling 520.326.9686 x29.

    During your visit you may be filmed, videotaped or photographed by Tucson Botanical Gardens employees or contracted professional. Your admission to the Gardens serves as permission for use of your image by Tucson Botanical Gardens.


    Garden Etiquette

    • The Gardens is a living museum. For its protection and the enjoyment of others, please follow these simple guidelines:
    • Stay on the maintained paths.
    • Do not climb on trees, walls, sculptures or foundations.
    • Smell the flowers but do not collect any plants or plant materials.
    • Pets are not permitted except for service animals. PLEASE DO NOT leave pets in your vehicle.
    • The Gardens is a non-smoking facility.
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