Discover a picturesque haven for drought-resistant plant life with this general admission ticket to the Ruth Bancroft Garden. Explore the 3.5-acre garden on your own with a self-guided tour book, or check the schedule to join a free docent-led tour. Dogs and children under 12 enter free of charge.
Admission tickets to the Ruth Bancroft Garden
See succulents, cacti and drought-tolerant plants from around the world
Bring a packed lunch to enjoy a picnic on the grounds, with seating available
Shop for plants to take home in an on-site retail nursery
What To Expect
The Ruth Bancroft Garden
Discover this world-renowned 3.5-acre garden, housing a large and unique collection of succulents, cacti and drought-tolerant plants from around the world. Beautiful in every season. The Garden’s founder, Ruth Bancroft, lived to be 109 and was a pioneer in drought-tolerant gardening. Looking for a fun and relaxing outing with family and friends, garden inspiration, or a great place to picnic, take photos, paint or bring the dog, the Garden is the perfect choice. Bring your lunch along and make it a picnic! Free parking.
Note: The Garden is handicapped accessible, but the pathways are gravel not paved. There is seating scattered throughout the Garden including wooden benches and chairs and several sets of café tables. No food is sold on-site.
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Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Dogs on leash welcome
Picnics welcome but no food is sold on site.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Include
Visitors are always welcome to freely browse and shop in our retail plant nursery
Free docent led tours. Check Garden’s website for schedule.
Self Guided Tour Book
Children 12 and under are Free
Dogs on lease are welcome