Desert Botanical Garden

Category: Botanical garden

Address: 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, USA

Phone: +14809411225

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–8PM

Monday: 7AM–8PM

Tuesday: 7AM–8PM

Wednesday: 7AM–8PM

Thursday: 6AM–8PM

Friday: 6AM–8PM

Saturday: 6AM–8PM

Reviews

andrew coburn

May 13, 2022

Absolutely Amazing! We had such a great time at the botanical gardens. Since being from Ohio, it felt like we were on an alien planet with all the unique plants and environment. The garden was a great way to see the variety of plants and learn about the ecosystem of the desert. On top of the standard botanical garden delivery, there are Chihuly glass sculptures nestled into the gardens. My crew spent over two hours walking the grounds. Our experience matched the value of the price of admission.

Rayna Dennis

Mar 22, 2022

Such a wonderful visit! I probably haven't been here in 30 years. I'm so glad I was given the opportunity to go with the family. We had such a lovely time. Perfect weather and sunset. Many great photos. It was great to bring my son, who is the same age I was the last time I came. Everyone really enjoyed the Chihuly exhibit. We came right before sunset so we could enjoy it both in the sunlight and lit up after dark.

Evan Ivaldi

Jan 24, 2022

It's a botanical garden - not sure what else to explain. There's rocks, there's about a million cacti/flowers/shrubs, and there's plenty of interesting, beautiful, and frightening stuff in between it all. The garden is maintained to a very high standard, it's all clean, has plenty of amenities for those who need them, and has an attached dining establishment (Gertrude's) that's quite nice as well! The membership is worth it if you enjoy exploring at a slower pace or revisiting for the tranquility of it all. We usually go a few times a year and enjoy taking family and friends to visit for the first time.

dawn pratt

Jan 11, 2022

This garden is always incredible and I go quite often! Right now Chihuly glass is on display and it’s a must see! You have to book a time on their website, we went at 5:30 and got to see the glass right before the sun went down and stayed until seven while the glass was all lit up! It’s gorgeous either way! I think the glass is there until June, it would be neat to combine the blooming cactus in April or May with the glass so I will definitely go back a second, third and fourth time! Just gorgeous! The walking paths are easy and accessible to wheelchairs and there are benches to sit on if you need a break. They have a butterfly garden around the same time that the cactus will be blooming that is definitely worth seeing! And the gift shop is full of gorgeous jewelry, plants, books, clothing and pottery that I just can’t get enough of!

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Questions & Answers

Free the 2nd Tuesday of every month

Brenda Roberts | Jul 30, 2019
Karen Martin | Jul 31, 2019

Yes!

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It is free admission there?

Toyserice 333 | Jul 30, 2018
Eric B | Jul 31, 2018

If you live in the Valley, getting the memberships are the way to get the best out of the gardens. Memberships have various levels & they come with perks. Even the lowest allows a member to bring a friend in for free, and you get a number of free entry passes to give to friends. So, it is worth it, & it helps sustain the Garden.

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Can you take your own water bottle into the gardens?

Karyl Bunzey | Jul 30, 2018
Karen Osborn | Jul 31, 2018

Yes and you can refill them at drinking fountains for bottles.

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How much do kids cost?

Alyssa Magruder | Jul 30, 2018
Neviá Nevia | Jul 31, 2018

You can go to the nearest library and get tickets for free ❤️

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If I wanted to take pictures for a quincenera, will it cost me money and if so, how much??

Brianna Armendariz | Jul 30, 2018
Eric B | Jul 31, 2018

Best to call the Botanical Gardens if you are planning to reserve a space for a special event. However, anyone can take photos of anything, (plants, people, sunsets, landscapes, art, lizards, rabbits, butterflies, snakes, quail, owls, hummingbirds, tortoisi, cactus wrens, -anything), all over the Garden. If the quincenera is taking place at the Garden, your employer for the photos should pay your entrance fee as a courtesy. If they don't, bill him.

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Will be in the Phoenix area Feb 22-27,would like to tour the gardens. Are there special events happening during that time? Should we tour in the morning? Do you have night tours in Feb? Prices for over 65ers?

Jean Cannella | Jul 30, 2019
Tessa Knox | Jul 31, 2019

February has great temperatures all day, I personally think the mornings are freezing, but I am use to the heat. Nights are very pretty here. The gardens will mostly not be in full bloom yet though.

When is it free to get into the garden?

Sharon Barry | Jul 30, 2018
Ahmed Elashry | Jul 31, 2018

Every second Tuesday of each month.

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How much is admission?

Tracy Thompson | Jul 30, 2019
Rita Faut | Jul 31, 2019

$29.50 worth every penny!

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Can I pull my 1year old around in a radio flier wagon?

Tessa Scott | Jul 30, 2018
Lauren Pulley | Jul 31, 2018

For the most part there is a paved walkway. There are some gravel paths that may make a wagon more difficult to use.

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For yoga classes offered at the garden, does anyone know if they offer yoga mats to participants? TIA

Yin-Yin Yuan-Tran | Jul 30, 2018
Bill Peppel | Jul 31, 2018

Afraid I can be of no assistance in this area. Suggest giving them a call or check website.

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