The Chicago Botanic Garden has 385 acres of nature, beauty, and respite to discover. Try one of our seasonal walks, let your kids roll down the hills of the Nature Play Garden, or explore what’s in bloom. Plan ahead and get the best admission pricing or learn about our free admission opportunities. 

Garden Walks
Regular Garden hours    
Embrace nature in all seasons. Get outside for meditative movement and discover the peaceful allure of nature; see our walking guide for tips. 

Grand Tram Tours 
Late April through October, weather permitting 
Join a 35-minute narrated tour to get acquainted with the Garden’s history and science, take in beautiful views, and stop off (optional) to tour additional Garden sites. Board at the Welcome Plaza.

The Greenhouses
Open select hours  
Reopened just in time for the cold weather, warm up and admire year-round blooms with a visit to the Greenhouses in the Regenstein Center.