Plan Your Visit
Welcome to the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø
The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.Ìý
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Included With Your Visit
Model Railroad GardenÌý
May to October, weather permittingÌý
Step into a world of G-scale (garden scale) inspiration with 19 model trains running on 19 tracks, passing by miniature American landmarks and surrounded by more than 300 plant varieties.Ìý
ButterfliesÌý& BloomsÌý
End of May to Labor Day, weather permittingÌý
Immerse yourself in a habitat filled with hundreds of live tropical butterfly species from around the globe, as well as species native to Illinois.
Grand Tram ToursÌý
Late April through October, weather permittingÌý
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.
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Plan Your Day
Make it a great visit to the Garden. See below for the perfect path, whether you are coming to stroll, find the gorgeous bird or flower, take photos, shop, eat, or just have fun with your family.
What's in Bloom
Dining
Butterflies & Bloom
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Trams
Walking
Biking
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Mobile app
Bingo
Exhibitions
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Photography
Birding
Garden Shop
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Today's Hours
Open today 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Garden View Café: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýÌý
Garden Shop: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Outdoor Walking Workout
5 Saturdays:
May 4 – June 1,
June 15 – July 13,
July 27 – August 24,
September 7 – October 5 or
October 19 – November 16
8 – 9 a.m.
Nature and Rhythm Fitness
5 Saturdays:
May 4 – June 1,
June 15 – July 13,
July 27 – August 24,
September 7 – October 5 or
October 19 – November 16
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
The Latest Garden News
Know Before You Go
Garden FAQs: See below for information about our policies, admission prices, transportation options, and more.