Plan Your Visit
A lush oasis in the heart of Tucson, located on the historic Porter Family property. Featuring trees planted by the original family over 80 years ago, and expertly cultivated specialty gardens that highlight a diversity of plants not usually seen in the Sonoran Desert landscape.
Garden Hours
Open Daily:
7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Gates close at 3:15 pm.
Butterfly Magic:
Closed
The Great Garden Express:
Tuesday – Sunday
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Edna’s Eatery:
7:30 am – 12:00 pm
Monday – Thursday: Gran N’ Go Menu
Friday – Sunday: Full Menu
CLOSED:
Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, January 1st (New Year’s Day), & July 4th
Admission
| Adults | $19 |
| Students, Seniors (62 +) & Military | $15 |
| Children (4-12) | $10 |
| Members | Free |
| Member Children (4-12) | Free |
| Children 3 and under | Free |
Grant & Alvernon Construction
The Grant Road Improvement Project is underway and will likely impact your route when visiting the 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.
- The exception is our Dog Days of Summer event
- (June – September)
- DO NOT leave pets in your vehicle
- The Gardens is a non-smoking facility, which includes e-cigarettes and vapes
Photo Disclaimer
Photo shoots may be arranged by contacting our Facility Rentals Manager at (520) 326-9686 ext. 129 or rentals@tucsonbotanical.org.
- Personal photos are allowed throughout the Gardens.
- Commercial use of photographs is prohibited without the full written consent of Tucson Botanical Gardens.
- During your visit, you may be filmed, videotaped, or photographed by Tucson Botanical Gardens employees or contracted professionals. Your admission to the Gardens serves as permission for the use of your image by Tucson Botanical Gardens.
Contact Information
2150 North Alvernon Way
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520)326-9686
info@tucsonbotanical.org
Upcoming Events & Classes
Classes, Art
Desert Insect Illustration: a 4-part Series
August 11 @ 10:00 am – September 1 @ 12:00 pm
Classes, Gardening
Canceled Designing a Serene Zen Desert Container Garden
August 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Host an Event
Our beautiful garden setting is the ideal location for any event.
Edna’s Eatery
By Charly’s Grill
Open 7 days a week
8:30am – 3:00pm
Field Trips
Self-guided visits to the Gardens are scheduled year-round. Independently explore our 20 themed gardens during your trip. Discounted rates are available. Please read field trip guidelines carefully.
One of the top 10 North American Gardens worth traveling for.
– Canadian Garden Council
