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, service-connected disabled veterans and U of M students with a current student ID).
Admission is free for all members!
- Advance tickets are recommended for Solo, Duo, and Duo+2 members for daily admission Friday through Monday. 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.
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. Below is more information to help you plan for a memorable day on the grounds.
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. If you're visiting in the winter, check out our winter trail conditions
- 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.
- Plan to dine at Rootstock for delicious, farm-fresh options! See today's menu.
- Service dogs are welcome at the Arboretum.
- See what's in bloom with Garden Highlights. You can also locate a specific plant with our Plant Finder.
- If you're visiting in the summer, 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.