Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

I agree with about 4 hours. There is lots to see and it is a sprawling garden. Lots of walking involved. There are also many places to sit and just enjoy your surroundings. There is a little cafe for a quick bite. The gift shop is also very lovely and its easy to spend at least a half hour in there too.

Yes! It's a drive through only event currently but it's fantastic

Yes but you have to call early. They book up fast.

Thank goodness it is Service animals only.

Gift cards are available: $25, $50, $100 and $200

Early June is the best time to see them flowered. We were there on June 7 and some had already gone by

The lupines SHOULD be in bloom then but you'd do well to call the gardens before you come to prevent disappointment.

Ended at the end of the new year

There are shuttles that can take you to different areas of the garden. They travel on a regular route so you can easily see different sections and return to the main area. There are also notarized carts for individuals available but must be reserved by calling ahead.

That's what they recommend, but as long as they're not sold out tickets are also available at door.

Till Dec 31 from 4-9

Sheryl Salerno,I believe it opens around May 1st until mid October.

They have shuttle busses, but there are trails you go on. Not sure a wheelchair would do it, sorry.

Yes. Currently the garden is closed. But the drive through light show starts soon. Check the website for dates.

Have to believe you would walk. Most of the garden paths cannot accommodate vehicles. We saw them putting up the lights a month ago and they were nowhere near any kind of vehicular road, nor are the gnomes close to any road.

Yes, by car like last year, but bigger

Yes, until 5 pm

$22 for adults $18 for seniors $10 kids 3 to 17 Under 3 is free Family package $55 - 2 adults, 2 kids Advance tickets are required and can be purchased on their site. They are open 9 to 5 daily, rain or shine

Reservations are encouraged. I'd recommend making one now so you can be sure to get the time slot that works best for you.

I attended Saturday May 29th. We had to reserve our spot advance and then check in. No one in our group was asked to mask.

Yes

I'd also like to know because I am a member of the desert botanical garden in Phoenix as well thx

Mine came as an email within 5 minutes of purchase

When we were there 3 weeks ago we had lunch there, I don't see why you can't come and go as you please. You have to go on line and currently scheduled a time to enter the garden. It's beautiful and well done. Have fun and enjoy. Cheers Andy

Too many to count

Yes

We took 1 1/2 hours

My guess would be winter time, thousands of cars with 2 to 5 people per car . . . at $9 to $16 each person. . . to walk through all the Christmas lights! BTW, local restaurants are remaining open to serve all these visitors! Big Deal in Booth Bay now !

It takes a couple of hours to enjoy them properly, but they are usually open until 9 and they won't put you out early if you have a ticket for early. I think it is worth the trip!

I don't know of a community day

Nelson Byrd Woltz

Here is the link to their employment page, perhaps you could start there to find a contact. http://www.mainegardens.org/team/employment/

They actually have electric riders you can use just like the ones at the grocery stores.

Not sure. We didn't go to that cafe. You will enjoy the gardens!

Absolutely, the children's section at this garden is outstanding.

Call the gardens directly and ask a specialist there your question.

I f this club is through the Botanical Gardens, I suggest you contact them directly. They would be better able to help you in any case.

No - you can buy tickets at the front desk

Best to just call them and get info.

Yes!

Look on their website. Here is the link http://www.mainegardens.org/

Not sure but didn't see any there and the place was mobbed

Yes you can.

Yes

For members free For adults $ 16 For seniors $ 14 For children 3 to 17 $ 8 Children under 3 free

Yes and no they have carts for visitors just call to reserve them the down fall is there are spots to where the handicapped can not go but you have access to see and do they are open year round.

Yes Doris. They are digging up all over the place and have started to wrap some of the trees with Christmas lights. Most of the flowers have died or gone by at this point. We were very disappointed for the price this time of year.

I saw power scooters like you see at the grocery store lined up behind the visitor center.

i think they sell walking canes in the gift shop, but no they dont have walkers or wheel chairs. there are many resting benches along the paths if that helps, and they are never packed.

Opens at 9am every day. All this and more can be found by Googleing Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.

It looks like a 2 hours 40 minute drive for you. Admission is $16 for adults, $8 for children 3-17 and $14 for seniors. Don't forget to bring sunscreen and bug spray! (But don't let the bugs deter you, it's an amazing place.)

Yes indeed - they have a restaurant and a snack bar as well. The restaurant has limited hours so make sure to plan accordingly.

No pets allowed. Service animals are always okay.

Memorial Day Weekend. Free to all Maine residents

There beautiful.

It might be a little early for the blooming

A lot of tulips are in bloom and the rhododendrons should be ready about the weekend you are planning on staying. It depends on what you're looking for, you'll be able to see a lot of stuff coming to life and be able to enjoy a scenic view of the Maine coast.

New visitor center and gift shop is open. Tulips were in bloom in May.

Yes...last night of the season

yes I would, it's so beautiful, but if it's cold like it's been very hard to enjoy it

They have meals. A bit pricy but not bad. The salmon was 17$ soup and a sandwich was 14$

People were using both while we were there. They do a fabulous job making sure everything remains accessible. To reserve a scooter, call ahead. Wheelchairs are available as well. If you have your own, I'd say you're good to go have an amazing night!

Don't know check the website and give him a call

It makes the whole process go much smoother if you do, however its technically not necessary.

Memorial day weekend free for all Mainers. Mother's Day free for mothers.

November 17-December 31 Thursdays-Sundays from 4-9pm Taken directly from their website

They do

The is a small cafe and a little gift shop that sells a lot of Maine Made products.

Yes

You can go and show them proof of payment.

I belief dogs are allowed. Double check on their website.

ADMISSION May 1 – October 31 Members: Free Adults: $16 Seniors (65+): $14 Children (3 -17): $8 Children under 3: Free We admit certified service dogs only. Please see our Policies & Guidelines page for more information. They share reciprocity with some other organizations (I.e. you get in free if you can show your card).

There is lits of staff at the visitors center. They should be glad to accept a donation.