Whether you're visiting with your family and friends, attending a class or event or looking for a quiet respite, you've come to the right place. Here's more information to help you plan for a memorable day on the grounds.
For Visitors (Non-Members)
Advance tickets are strongly encouraged for non-members to guarantee daily admission.
- Ages 16 and older with advance tickets — $20
- New! Ages 16 and older pay-at-the-gate (available only if parking capacity allows) — $25
- Ages 15 and younger with an adult — Free
- Biker/walker, photographer, group and Reciprocal Garden Network member information.
- Free and reduced-priced information (including Indigenous peoples and service-connected disabled veterans).
Admission is free for all members!
- No advance tickets are needed for Solo, Duo and Duo+2 members for daily admission Tuesday through Thursday, but the limits for the number of entries based on your membership still apply. No advance tickets are needed for Gold, Gold Plus and Giving Society members for general daily admission.
For additional ticket support, check out our ticket details or contact our team at 612-301-6775.
Things to Know
To get the most out of your visit to the Arboretum, check out the following things to know:
- Check and dress for the weather! Most of the exploring will be outdoors.
- For those visitors with advance tickets, plan to arrive within your 30-minute entry window. There is no limit on the duration of your visit while the grounds are open.
- Check our hours of operation and watch for special announcements on our website.
- Parking is free and available in various lots throughout the grounds.
- Service dogs are welcome at the Arboretum. Other dogs are not allowed except for in the member-only area called the Dog Commons.
- See what's in bloom with Garden Highlights. You can also locate a specific plant with our Plant Finder.
- Plan to bring bug spray, sunscreen, a hat, water and comfortable shoes for exploring.
- Don't bring pets, weapons/firearms, tobacco/alcohol/drugs, drones, sports equipment or skateboards.