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Desert Botanical Garden

www.dbg.org

A living museum of desert plant life, this is one of the nation's only centers dedicated to the desert, desert plants, ecology and conservation. Experience more than 20,000 individual plants representing 4,000 different species of cacti, succulents, tree and flowers.

On the grounds of the Garden is Webster Auditorium, one of the few remaining examples of Pueblo Revival architecture in central Arizona.

- Gift shop, food and beverage service.
- Outdoor Patio Cafe and vending machines.
- Strollers, scooters, wheelchairs and umbrellas are available to rent.
- Film, cameras and sunblock can be purchased at The Garden Shop and at Admissions.
- ATM near front Admissions Area.

Please visit our website at www.dbg.org and click on the "Education" link to view Desert Botanical Garden's educational offerings for children.

The "School Programs" link will allow you to view our school field trips and the state academic standards.

The "Children's Programs" link will allow you to view preschool programs and children's camps.

The "Educational Events" link lists any scheduled special tours, classes and events.

ADMISSION:

  • Adults - $10.00 - $0.00
  • Seniors - $9.00 - $0.00
  • Students (13-18 and college with ID) - $5.00 - $0.00
  • Children (3-12) Children under 3 are admitted free - $4.00 - $0.00

Call 480-481-8104 for reduced Group Rates.

  • HOURS:

    The Garden is open seven days a week, year round except for July 4, Thanksgiving Day and December 25.

    Garden Seasonal Hours:
    October - April / 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
    May - September / 7 a.m.-8 p.m.

    During evening hours certain trails are closed.

    Call 480-941-1225 for more information.

  • ADDRESS:

    Desert Botanical Garden
    1201 N. Galvin Parkway
    Phoenix, AZ 85008

  • CONTACT:

    Phone: 480-941-1225
    Fax: 480-481-8124
    Web: www.dbg.org

  • DIRECTIONS:

    The Garden is located at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix, Arizona. The entrance to the Garden is off Galvin Parkway in the heart of Papago Park, between McDowell and Van Buren.

    Regional Map

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