Chicago Botanic Garden

group visits

Trams & Trolley

Treat your group to a ride on one of our trams or the trolley. Get a great overview of the Garden from the comfort of your seat.

PHOTO: grand tram

Grand Tram

  • 35- to 45-minute narrated tour
  • Travels 2.6 miles around Garden perimeter
  • Maximum capacity of 76 people
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Available during peak season (April – October)
PHOTO: Bright Encounters

Bright Encounters Tram

  • 35- to 45-minute narrated tour
  • Travels around the main island for a closer look at the Garden
  • Maximum capacity of 18 people
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Available during peak season (April – October)
PHOTO: trolley

Trolley

  • 35- to 45-minute narrated tour with a winter-focused script
  • Maximum capacity of 26 people
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Can be scheduled when needed, based on availability
  • Not open to the general public; must be reserved ahead of time for a group visit
  • Available during the off-peak season (November – March)