Visit The Gardens Tucson Botanical Gardens
 

Hours and Admissions:

Admission

General admission is $7 and admission for children 4-12 is $3. Children 3 and younger and Gardens' members are free.

Gardens & Gift Shop Hours

Open daily except January 1, July 4, Thanksgiving and December 24-25. Visiting hours are 8:30 A.M.- 4:30 P.M.

Self-Guided Tours

Self-guided Tours may be taken anytime during public hours. See a map of the grounds. map icon

Group Tours

Gather your group for a tour of the Gardens! Click here for more information.

Interactive Carts at the Gardens

Interpretive Cart

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.

Tours and Activities

Tours and special activities are available and free with Gardens Admission! Click here for the schedule and more information.

Wheelchairs

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

Commercial Photography and Video


You may use the Gardens as a location for your shoot for a fee. It is the perfect location for your next portrait shoot…from engagement and bridal portraits to individual or family portraits! Reservations are not required. Call extension 29 for more information. Special photography hours for the butterfly exhibit are Sundays, 3:00-4:30 p.m. The fee is $25 and reservations are required. Email info@tucsonbotanical.org or call (520) 326-9686 ext. 10.



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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