The New York Botanical Garden is a 250-acre botanical garden and National Historic Landmark in the Bronx. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport and parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips for planning a trip.
This guide was checked in July 2026; note that accessibility renovations have closed the pedestrian overpass at the Metro-North Botanical Garden Station as of 21 July 2026, so travellers should follow the posted detour and allow extra time, a change some older guides do not yet reflect.
Quick facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | 10am–6pm, Tuesday through Sunday, plus select Monday holidays. Closed most Mondays. |
| Ticket prices | All-Garden Pass from $35 (adult, weekday). Grounds-only pass from $15. Free for NYC residents on Wednesdays. |
| Address | 2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458 |
| Nearest transport | Metro-North to Botanical Garden Station, 20 minutes from Grand Central; onsite parking $25 |
| Typical time needed | Half a day (3–4 hours) for the main gardens and conservatory |
The New York Botanical Garden opening hours
The Garden is open 10am to 6pm, Tuesday through Sunday, plus select Monday holidays, and is closed on other Mondays. Special exhibitions and private events can occasionally cause early closing of some areas.
Since closures for private bookings do happen from time to time, it is worth checking the Garden’s website shortly before a planned visit.
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The New York Botanical Garden ticket prices
The All-Garden Pass covers the outdoor gardens, the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, exhibitions and the Tram Tour. A separate, cheaper Grounds Access Pass covers only the outdoor gardens and collections.
- All-Garden Pass, weekday: adults $35, seniors/students $31, children (2–12) $15, under 2 free.
- All-Garden Pass, weekend: adults $39, seniors/students $35, children $17, under 2 free.
- Grounds Access Pass: adults $15, seniors/students $7, children $4, under 2 free, members free. Available Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday, to New York City residents only, with proof of residency, purchased on-site.
- On Wednesdays, grounds admission is free all day for NYC residents, and free for all visitors between 10am and 11am.
Opening hours and ticket prices were checked on the official website and last updated in July 2026.
The New York Botanical Garden is not included in CityPASS or Go City New York passes, which focus on major paid single-admission attractions such as the Empire State Building and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. The Garden runs its own separate community access discount programmes for eligible New York City residents.
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How to get to the New York Botanical Garden
The Metro-North Harlem Line runs directly to Botanical Garden Station, about 20 minutes from Grand Central Terminal and directly opposite the Mosholu Entrance. A discounted City Ticket fare applies for journeys made entirely within New York City.
- Subway: B or D train to Bedford Park Boulevard, then the Bx26 bus east, or an eight-block, roughly 20-minute walk downhill. The 2 train to Allerton Avenue reaches the pedestrian East Gate, open daytime only.
- Bus: Bx19, Bx12, Bx22, Bx9 or Bx17 to the Main Entrance; Bx25, Bx26, Bx41 or Bx34 to the Mosholu Entrance.
- Note that Metro-North station renovations have closed the pedestrian overpass, so travellers should follow the posted detour around the parking garage.
Parking at the New York Botanical Garden
Onsite visitor parking costs $25 per vehicle, entered via the Main Entrance at 2900 Southern Boulevard. Members park free with a valid pass, or for $10 without one.
The separate NYBG Parking Garage at 401 Bedford Park Boulevard offers an alternative when onsite parking reaches capacity; visitors should validate their ticket at a Garden ticket window.
How long to spend at the New York Botanical Garden
Half a day, around three to four hours, is typical for visitors covering the conservatory, main gardens and a Tram Tour. A shorter visit of one to two hours suits those using only the Grounds Access Pass.
Accessibility at the New York Botanical Garden
Most buildings and the Tram Tour are wheelchair accessible, though the Garden’s varied natural topography means some historic landscape areas are harder to navigate. A large-print accessibility map, showing recommended routes, is available at the ticket booths.
Manual wheelchairs can be borrowed free of charge, first-come, first-served, at the Leon Levy Visitor Center or Mosholu Entrance, with photo ID left as a deposit. Power scooters are welcome but cannot be borrowed or rented on-site.
Inside the New York Botanical Garden: what to see
The Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, a Victorian-style glasshouse of interconnecting pavilions, moves visitors through rainforest, desert and aquatic plant environments.
The Thain Family Forest is a 50-acre stretch of old-growth forest along the Bronx River, the largest remaining fragment of the woodland that once covered New York City.
The Peggy Rockefeller Rose Garden holds more than 4,000 rose plants across more than 600 varieties, while the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden offers hands-on activities for families.
The narrated Tram Tour, included with the All-Garden Pass, is a practical way to cover the Garden’s 250 acres without walking the full distance.
Practical visitor tips
| Focus | Tip |
|---|---|
| Timing | Wednesday mornings between 10am and 11am offer free grounds access to all visitors. |
| Crowds | Weekends and conservatory exhibitions draw the largest crowds; midweek mornings are quieter. |
| Layout | The Garden covers 250 acres, so the Tram Tour is a practical way to cover more ground. |
| Entry process | Buy tickets online in advance, especially for weekend visits and seasonal exhibitions. |
| On-site logistics | Check the Garden’s website shortly before visiting, in case of an early or private-event closure. |
Frequently asked questions about the New York Botanical Garden
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is the New York Botanical Garden suitable for children? | Yes, particularly the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden. |
| Do you need to book tickets in advance for the New York Botanical Garden? | Not required, but recommended for weekends and seasonal exhibitions. |
| Is the New York Botanical Garden open on Mondays? | No, except for select Monday holidays; it is closed on other Mondays. |
| Is admission free at the New York Botanical Garden? | Grounds access is free to NYC residents all day Wednesday, and to everyone 10am–11am. |
| Is parking available at the New York Botanical Garden? | Yes. Onsite parking costs $25, with a separate parking garage nearby. |
Things to do near the New York Botanical Garden
- Bronx Zoo: an adjoining wildlife park, a short walk or drive away.
- Arthur Avenue: the Bronx’s Italian food market and restaurant strip, a short drive away.
- Fordham University: a campus adjoining the Garden’s Mosholu Entrance.
- Bronx Museum of the Arts: a contemporary art museum, a short drive south.
- Wave Hill: a public garden with Hudson River views, about 30 minutes away by car.
What to visit tomorrow
- Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Brooklyn: a 52-acre garden with a Japanese pond and cherry blossoms, about an hour by subway.
- Wave Hill, Bronx: a public garden and cultural centre overlooking the Hudson, about 30 minutes by car.
- Untermyer Park and Gardens, Yonkers: a landscaped historic garden overlooking the Hudson, about 30 minutes by car.
- Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park, Long Island: a historic estate with greenhouses and gardens, about an hour by car.
- Innisfree Garden, Millbrook, New York: a landscaped garden set around a lake, about 1.5 hours by car.
More New York City travel
Other New York City travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
- Manhattan Museum guides: American Museum of Natural History, National Museum of Mathematics and Intrepid Museum.
- Guides to NYC’s wildlife attractions: Queens Zoo, New York Aquarium and Prospect Park Zoo.
- New York City’s other parks: Roberto Clemente State Park, Riverbank State Park, Fort Tryon Park.
- What to expect at the General Grant National Memorial in Manhattan.
- Plan your visit to the Dyckman Farmhouse Museum in Inwood.
