Tucson Botanical Gardens
Your Urban Oasis
in the heart of Tucson
In the Galleries
Mar 20–May 31 Gallery, Legacy Gallery
Nests
Mar 6–May 31 Gallery, Friends House
Superdelic Psychonatural
Mar 27–Jun 21 Gallery, Education Classroom
The Garden of Earthly Delights
Mar 27–Jun 28 Porter Gallery
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 ranging in topics from gardening, wellness, art, nature, and ecology. Check out what we have coming up and learn something new!
Special
Dog Days of Summer
June 1 @ 7:30 am – September 30 @ 3:30 pm
Classes, Art
Just Add Water: A Complete Guide to Watering Desert Pots
June 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Classes, Art
Pressed Flower Framed Art Workshop
June 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Horticultural Therapy, Special
Caring for Caregivers: Pressed Flower Poetry
June 13 @ 8:30 am – 10:30 am
– 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.
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Weddings & Events
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!
