Audio Guide of the Missouri Botanical Garden

The garden is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., closing only on Thanksgiving and Christmas. You can get there by car (free parking is available) or by taking the MetroLink line to the Central West End station. More details at: Hours and directions.

Adults pay $14.50, seniors aged 65 and over pay $12, children (ages 3-12) pay $5, and children under 3 enter free. Residents of St. Louis City/County receive reduced rates. Buy tickets online here: Official rates.

Most visitors spend between 2 and 4 hours. For a full experience, including the Climatron and the Japanese Garden, we recommend half a day. You can download free maps in the mobile app.

Founded in 1859 by Henry Shaw, it is the oldest continuously operating botanical garden in the United States and a National Historic Landmark. Its Climatron stands out as a pioneering geodesic conservatory with more than 2,800 species. Learn about its history here: Garden history.

Spring (April-May) for tulips and cherry blossoms, summer for the water lily festival, and autumn for the foliage. In winter, the holiday lights and orchid show (January-March) are highlights. Early mornings are less crowded!

Yes, the entire garden has accessible paved paths. They offer free wheelchairs on a first-come, first-served basis and electric scooters for $35 per day. More accessibility details: Accessibility.

Within 15 minutes you will find: the St. Louis Zoo (free), the impressive City Museum, and Tower Grove Park. Combine several attractions using the MetroLink!

Wear comfortable shoes, bring water (bottles are allowed), and use sunscreen. Don’t miss the hedge maze, the bonsai collection, and the secret fragrance garden. Bring a camera: it is photogenic all year round!