New York Botanical Garden
From lush gardens to incredible exhibits, the New York Botanical Garden offers an enchanting escape spanning over 250 acres in the Bronx. Discover ticket options and special deals for your visit today.
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Wander through the expansive 250-acre New York Botanical Garden, a haven of lush landscapes, unique plant species, and captivating exhibits.
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Van Gogh’s Flowers (May 24–Oct 26, 2025) celebrates Van Gogh’s passion for nature with a spectacular exhibition that blends horticulture, sculpture, and storytelling.
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Explore the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, an architectural gem filled with exotic plants and stunning seasonal displays.
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Take a guided tram tour, offering fascinating stories and details about the garden’s history and seasonal beauty.
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Wander through the expansive 250-acre New York Botanical Garden, a haven of lush landscapes, unique plant species, and captivating exhibits.
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Van Gogh’s Flowers (May 24–Oct 26, 2025) celebrates Van Gogh’s passion for nature with a spectacular exhibition that blends horticulture, sculpture, and storytelling.
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Explore the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, an architectural gem filled with exotic plants and stunning seasonal displays.
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Take a guided tram tour, offering fascinating stories and details about the garden’s history and seasonal beauty.
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The New York Botanical Garden and Bronx Zoo are a 20-minute walk apart, so you can spend a whole day out in nature with this combo ticket.
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If you want to visit the attractions on separate days you can do so as well with the flexible booking option.
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The garden is the largest botanical garden in New York and has narrated tram tours and special exhibits like the Holiday Train Show.
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Spend an unforgettable day at the Bronx Zoo, where families and wildlife enthusiasts can explore a variety of animals across 265 acres.
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The zoo has tours like the Wild Asia Monorail and seasonal and interactive experiences like the Butterfly Garden.
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The New York Botanical Garden and Bronx Zoo are a 20-minute walk apart, so you can spend a whole day out in nature with this combo ticket.
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If you want to visit the attractions on separate days you can do so as well with the flexible booking option.
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The garden is the largest botanical garden in New York and has narrated tram tours and special exhibits like the Holiday Train Show.
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Spend an unforgettable day at the Bronx Zoo, where families and wildlife enthusiasts can explore a variety of animals across 265 acres.
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The zoo has tours like the Wild Asia Monorail and seasonal and interactive experiences like the Butterfly Garden.
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Visit two of NYC’s most diverse landmarks with this combo. Perfect for families, photographers, and those who love scenic views–so be ready for all the photo ops!
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Visit two of NYC’s most diverse landmarks with this combo. Perfect for families, photographers, and those who love scenic views–so be ready for all the photo ops!
10% off
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Save 10% and visit two worlds in the middle of NYC–the botanical gardens with their lush greenery and the Museum of Natural History with a glimpse into the past.
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See beautiful gardens and landscapes, and geodes and minerals from around the world, and stay mesmerized through the entire experience.
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Flexible booking options let you book both experiences on the same day or different days, according to your plans.
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Take a narrated tram tour at the Botanical Garden and make sure to check out the seasonal exhibits.
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Discover over 30 million specimens, interactive displays, exhibits that feature 5,000 minerals, a T-rex, and more, at the Museum of Natural History.
More details
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Save 10% and visit two worlds in the middle of NYC–the botanical gardens with their lush greenery and the Museum of Natural History with a glimpse into the past.
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See beautiful gardens and landscapes, and geodes and minerals from around the world, and stay mesmerized through the entire experience.
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Flexible booking options let you book both experiences on the same day or different days, according to your plans.
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Take a narrated tram tour at the Botanical Garden and make sure to check out the seasonal exhibits.
-
Discover over 30 million specimens, interactive displays, exhibits that feature 5,000 minerals, a T-rex, and more, at the Museum of Natural History.
10% off
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About New York Botanical Gardens
Visit the New York Botanical Garden and witness the living museum showcasing an extensive array of plant species across meticulously curated gardens and natural habitats. Engage with interactive exhibits and enjoy the tranquility of this urban sanctuary.
The Thain Forest is over 200 years old and is the largest remnant of the city’s original woodlands; some of its trees predate the American Revolution!
NYBG has hosted the blooming of the Amorphophallus titanum, or "corpse flower," known for its large size and pungent odor.
Behind the scenes, NYBG runs a world-class plant research center and herbarium, with over 7.8 million preserved specimens, it’s like a library of the plant world!
During the Holiday Train Show, model trains chug past more than 190 miniature New York landmarks, all crafted from natural materials like bark, leaves, and pinecones!
The garden features over 1 million living plants, from towering palms to tiny mosses, making it one of the most diverse plant collections in the world. The LuEsther T. Mertz Library at NYBG is one of the world's largest botanical and horticultural research libraries.
Why visit New York Botanical Gardens?
Plan your visit
Main Entrance
Located at 2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458. This is the primary entrance to NYBG, featuring amenities such as ticketing services, restrooms, the NYBG Shop, and the Pine Tree Café. It's conveniently accessible via MTA bus lines.
Mosholu Entrance
Directly across from the Botanical Garden station on the Metro-North Harlem Line, this entrance provides quick access to the Ross Conifer Arboretum and the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. It's ideal for those traveling from Manhattan or Westchester via Metro-North.
East Gate Entrance
Accessible via Allerton Avenue subway station (2 train), the East Gate is a convenient entry point for those walking from nearby neighborhoods or arriving by subway. It's approximately a 10–15 minute walk from the Allerton Avenue station.
- Closed on most Mondays (except holidays), Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
- Early closures may occur during special exhibits or evening programs.
- Check NYBG’s official calendar before you go
Restrooms are available throughout the Garden.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in select areas for visitor convenience.
Located at the Leon Levy Visitor Center, the shop offers plants, books, garden tools, home décor, and gifts inspired by the Garden.
On-site paid parking is available near Mashulu Gate, including designated accessible spots.
Most of the Garden’s pathways, buildings, and major exhibitions are wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs are available free of charge at the Leon Levy Visitor Center on a first-come, first-served basis.
Only trained service animals are permitted under ADA guidelines.
All public entrances, including the Leon Levy Visitor Center and Mosholu Entrance, are accessible to visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids.
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