Tucson Botanical Gardens
Your Urban Oasis
in the heart of Tucson
In the Galleries
Closed Mar 8, 2026
Yojiro Imasaka: Gardens
Jan 9–Mar 22
A Chronology: Art Got Me Through
Jan 9–Mar 22
A Retrospective: The Fabric of My Life!
Mar 6–May 31
Superdelic Psychonatural
Opening Mar 20, 2026
Nests
Opening Mar 27, 2026
The Garden of Earthly Delights
Opening Mar 27, 2026
Walking with Kings
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!
Classes & Events
We offer a variety 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!
Family
Garden Story Time
March 11 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Classes, Gardening
Container Gardening in the Heat: Prepare for Summer Desert Pots
March 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Special, Frida, Talks
Frida’s Garden: Where Art and Life Intertwine
March 14 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Classes, Gardening
Mushroom Cultivation Workshop
March 14 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
– Yvonne A.
The Tucson Botanical Garden is a lovely hideaway in the middle of Tucson. It is a quaint and peaceful. I could see myself going there for a cup of tea with a friend.
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. Let us help you create a memorable and unique event.
– 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!
