Plan Your Visit
The Garden is open every day of the year; hours change seasonally.
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Admission is per person; buy your admission tickets in advance to get the best pricing and to ensure your preferred date and time, a parking fee is purchased separately. Members always receive free admission and parking.
Admission
With plan-ahead pricing, nonmembers can get the best pricing on per-person admission tickets by buying in advance. Preregister in advance for free admission days to ensure entry; parking fees apply for most nonmembers.
Know Before You Go
Note: Some gardens may be closed due to special events. The Garden follows all state and Cook County guidelines that are in place to mitigate COVID-19.
Please read about our commitment to Indigenous Communities. Here are some of the details about our construction projects.
Free Admission Days & Plan Ahead
Find out how you can benefit from plan-ahead pricing and admission opportunities like free admission days.
The Chicago Botanic Garden is committed to launch an Equitable Admissions Pilot.
Today's Hours
March 29, 2023
8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Garden View Café
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Garden Shop
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Hours change seasonally, and some garden areas close for private events throughout the summer. Please check the complete hours of operation and Garden closure schedule before your visit.
No pets are allowed, except for service animals. Thank you.
