Santa Barbara Botanic Garden (SBBG) Tours and Tickets

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Admission to the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden costs US$20 for adults, and US$12 for children ages 3–12; kids 2 and under enter for free. Tickets include access to all the public areas of the botanic garden, plus parking for one vehicle.

Yes, daily visitor numbers are capped, so reserve in advance via the garden’s website to avoid disappointment. You can also purchase tickets at the entrance on the day of your visit, but only if there is availability. Tickets are available for purchase about two months in advance.

Yes, you can change or cancel your tickets for the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden up to two hours before your reservation time. Rescheduling is free—you can rebook your entry at any time without charge—or you can request a refund (less processing fees) or donate the ticket price to the gardens.

The garden is partially accessible via paved walkways through areas of the permanent exhibits, while other paths are too narrow and rough to accommodate wheelchairs. Paved and unpaved trails are clearly marked on the garden map. There are accessible restrooms and parking, but no wheelchairs available for rent on-site.

Yes, the Backcountry area of the garden is designed especially for kids, with a variety of habitats to explore, playhouses, and adventure areas made of fallen trees and boulders. The garden also hosts summer camps, provides scavenger hunt materials, and offers special activities and events for kids and their families.