Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Tours and Tickets

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Adult tickets for the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens vary in cost between the two campuses: US$23 for the Downtown Sarasota campus and US$20 for the Historic Spanish Point campus. The price for both campuses is US$12 for young people aged 5–17, while children aged 4 and under enter for free. Tickets can be purchased online or on-site at either campus.

Yes, the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has activities for kids. The Downtown Sarasota campus has Ann Goldstein’s Children’s Rainforest Garden—an area designed for young visitors with plenty of opportunities for play, including a rope bridge, swings, and trails. Both campuses also host regular family-friendly events, with details listed online.

Yes, there is parking available at the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens—you can find free parking at the LEAF (Living Energy Access Facility), which is accessible from Mound Street and South Orange Avenue. The gardens also accommodate cyclists, with bike racks located near the Welcome Center.

Yes, the gardens host seasonal exhibits and a variety of special events throughout the year, including flower exhibitions, art workshops, weekly outdoor yoga, and family-focused nature and art activities. Check the gardens’ online calendar of events for current exhibitions and schedules before your visit.

Memberships for the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens include perks for members and their families, such as free admission to both campuses, early access to exhibits, special events, and discounts at campus shops and eateries. Members also enjoy access to the Green Orchid restaurant and the research library.