Visitor Information

The Amarillo Botanical Gardens features a tropical conservatory which showcases a flourishing indoor collection of exotic plants. Open year round, the conservatory creates a spectacular backdrop to the surrounding four acres of seasonal landscape. Explore the diverse natural beauty of numerous outdoor themed plantings which include Japanese, fragrance, xeric and butterfly gardens. During your visit enjoy one of our seasonal events or special exhibits. Visit us today!

Hours

Summer Hours (April-October)

Tuesday-Saturday 9a-5p
Sundays, Mondays and Holidays - Closed
Notice: The Gardens may close early for private events.

Winter Hours (November-March-weather permitting)

Tuesday-Friday 9a-5p
Saturday 1p-5p
Sundays, Mondays and Holidays - Closed
Notice: The Gardens may close early for private events.

Admission

$5 Adults

$4 Seniors

Free for children 12 years old and younger and for members

Donations welcome! Click on the "Donate" icon to the left and make your contribution today!

Events and exhibits may have different admission fees.

Leashed dogs are welcome at the gardens!
Please maintain control over your pet at all times and clean any accidents promptly.

View our garden map and garden descriptions.

Membership

Enjoy the many benefits of being a member of the Botanical Gardens! Renew your current membership, become a new member or give the gift of membership to friends and family!

Members receive

Unlimited free admission to the gardens during regular business hours
Free admission to most events and exhibits
GardenTalk quarterly newsletter
Early registration privileges for classes and lectures

10% off gift shop purchases (restrictions may apply)
Discounted photo shoot sessions (during business hours) $25. (Regular price $75)

Membership Levels- 2012

Individual $45

Senior $35 (60 years of age and older)

Family $85 (for family members living in the same household)

Additional membership levels available on the "Help Us Grow" page

Reminders

Memberships are valid for the calendar year (January 1-December 31) regardless of purchase date.
Membership cards must be presented for admission to events.
Membership is not refundable or transferrable to other individuals.

For additional information on membership and a membership application click here.

Directions

The Amarillo Botanical Gardens is located north of I-40 in the Harrington Regional Medical Center, down the street from the Discovery Center. Take the Coulter Street exit (#65) off I-40 going north. Turn right on Wallace, right on Hagy and left on Streit. The botanical gardens will be on the left hand side. Free parking is available.

Amarillo Botanical Gardens
1400 Streit Drive
Amarillo, TX 79106
806-352-6513

Gift Shop

Our gift shop is currently under construction. Stay tuned for our re-opening with new gardening gifts and other unique botanical merchandise.

Guided Tours

Guided tours for our guests are available during regular business hours by appointment only. A minimum of one-week’s notice is required to schedule a tour with a garden docent. Fee is $2 in addition to gate admission. For more information contact: abg@amarillobotanicalgardens.org or call 806-352-6513.

Student class tours available. See our "Programs" page for further information.

Tour bus tours are available by appointment. A guided tour is $6 per person or $4 per person without a tour. The tour bus driver and tour host are free. For more information contact: abg@amarillobotanicalgardens.org or call 806-352-6513.

Events and Exhibits

A seasonal schedule of ongoing events makes each trip to the botanical gardens new! Don't miss the popular Music in the Gardens Thursday evenings June, July and August, the annual GardenFest event in early May and Christmas in the Gardens in December. Visit the Calendar for a full listing of upcoming events.

Photo Policy

Schedule your next professional photography session at the botanical gardens for one- of- a- kind photos! Outdoor seasonal color combined with the indoor tropical conservatory offer a year round backdrop for all special occasion photos. Call 806-352-6513 to make a reservation. All photography is subject to the following guidelines and restrictions.

Photography

We encourage photography and the use of video cameras for personal use. These can be used throughout the gardens and conservatory during regular business hours.

Commercial photography during business hours requires a $75 fee. After hours photo sessions are available by appointment only for a fee of $125.

A fee-based photography session consists of one or more of the following:

A professional/amateur photographer has been secured by a client

The resulting prints of the photo shoot will be used and or sold in a professional manner (posted on the Web, used in artwork, to advertise services, etc)

A posed photography session

Photos taken are sold to client

Photography that involves props, additional equipment and or a change of clothing

Video and Film shoots

A $250 fee applies. After hours sessions ($325) are only available with a pre-approved appointment with a botanical gardens representative.

Restrictions

An appointment for informal and professional photography is not necessary, but we suggest you call ahead to confirm our business hours.

Video and Film shoots as well as after hours professional photography sessions require an appointment.

Professional photo sessions are limited to 1.5 hours.

Do not enter flowerbeds, mulched areas or water and /or plant displays. Stay on pathways and turf areas. Plants, containers, benches, mulch and all other items in the gardens cannot be damaged, disturbed or moved. Do not block access, entrances, pathways or other garden areas from the visiting public.

Failing to follow the photography policies or the taking of inappropriate pictures will result in the termination of the photo session with no monies refunded.