Tucson Botanical Gardens
Your Urban Oasis
in the heart of Tucson
Current & Upcoming Exhibits
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The Great Garden Express
Oct 12–Apr 30
Fiesta de los Animales
Mar 15–Apr 27
Spring Art Sale
Mar 10–Aug 31
Beautiful Spirit: Art in Motion
National Poetry Month
Spring Haiku Submissions
It’s Poetry Month! Share a garden, spring, or flower inspired haiku for a chance to be featured on our social media!
Youth Education
Garden Story Time
Every Wednesday Morning at 10:00 am, join us for an interactive story time reading Sonoran Desert themed books, puppet shows, sing along, and crafts!
Classes & Events
We offer a collection of classes & events that range in topics from Gardening, Wellness, Art, Nature, and Ecology. Check out what we have coming up and learn something new!
– Derrick D.
In this natural oasis, one can easily lose themselves in the beauty of their surroundings and find a sense of calm within the world. It’s simply beautiful.
events at the garden
Celebrate with loved ones.
Our beautiful garden setting is the ideal location for any event; weddings, memorials, corporate events, or private parties. We offer premier catering by Westward Look Resort. Let us help you create a memorable and unique event.
October 1 – May 31
Butterfly Magic
Special Hours:
9:30am – 3:00pm
7 days a week
The COX Butterfly and Orchid Pavilion is our tropical greenhouse featuring hundreds of butterflies that flutter around you as you walk, tropical plants not easily seen in the Southwest, and dazzling showy orchids from around the world.
As Southern Arizona’s only tropical butterfly exhibit, we are honored to have set the standard for how these amazing species can and should be experienced. A staple of Tucson, it’s a must see!
– Shawna L.
Awesome place to admire all of the wonders of nature that Tucson has to offer! Always a pleasure! The Butterflies were amazing!! Be sure to check out the gift shop for some wonderful take a ways to remember your visit!
