Can I bring my own food to the Dallas Arboretum?

The Dallas Arboretum invites guests to bring in their own coolers, food and drink, including beverages for adults and children, to craft the right picnic experience for their tastes and needs.

Does the Arboretum allow food?

Food may not be brought into the Arboretum. Food and beverages can be purchased in the Arboretum at the Peacock Café. Please do not collect, remove or damage any natural materials including seeds, flowers, fruits, feathers or plant labels.

Can you have a picnic in the Dallas Arboretum?

Visitors may picnic anywhere on the grounds, except in dining areas. There are a limited number of picnic tables located throughout the Garden. During Seasonal Festivals, Restaurant DeGolyer has outdoor table service on the Loggia. Food is allowed only in specified areas in the Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden.

How long does it take to walk through the Dallas Arboretum?

While you can enjoy the arboretum in a half-day, the odds are your visit will overlap with lunch.

What do you wear to the Dallas Arboretum?

All visitors are required to wear a shirt and shoes at all times. Arboretum management reserves the right to deny entry to guests wearing clothing items with offensive text, content and/or images. For the safety and enjoyment of all guests, costume masks and props weapons are not allowed in the garden.

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Do you have to pay for parking at Dallas Arboretum?

The cost for parking is $15 per car when purchased in person at the ticket booth. You can pre-purchase your parking online for $12, a $3 savings. Parking is free for Members. Parking for Holiday at the Arboretum at night is included with night time admission.

What is the best time to visit Dallas Arboretum?

Actually, any time of the year is a great time to visit the Arboretum ... below we have highlighted in a series of photographs our trips and experiences in the spring, fall and at Christmas time at the Arboretum. Spend a day, or more, and explore and enjoy the Dallas Arboretum. We highly recommend it!

Do you have to make reservations at the Dallas Arboretum?

To ensure that you have a seamless and enjoyable time, the Arboretum kindly requests that all guests purchase timed admission tickets online. This allows the Arboretum to manage parking and crowd levels, ensuring a more enjoyable experience for all. As a benefit of membership, no advance reservation is required.

Can you take pictures at the Dallas Arboretum?

Professional photography with handheld cameras only are permitted after 9am. Professional photography using more than a handheld camera is allowed only between 3pm and 5pm daily. This includes tripods, lighting umbrellas, etc. All photographers must purchase admission or have a membership.

What is the difference between Gate 1 and Gate 4 at Dallas Arboretum?

Gate 1 is the main lot closed to the main entrance. Gate 4 is the parking garage, with underground tunnel to the Rory Meyers Children's Garden entrance.

Do they sell alcohol at the Dallas Arboretum?

Beer and wine are available for purchase at Restaurant DeGolyer and Café on the Green. Guests are welcome to bring in their beverages of choice.

Can you bring dogs to the Dallas Arboretum?

Arboretum Tips, Guidelines and Etiquette

Wheeled recreational vehicles such as skateboards, scooters and bicycles are not permitted in the garden at any time. With the exception of licensed assistance animals, pets are not allowed.

Does the arboretum have toilets?

Our Changing Places Toilet is located in the Remembrance Centre, where there is level access. The toilet features a ceiling hoist system, height adjustable changing bench and wash basin, shower, privacy screen and easily accessible toilet.

What is not allowed at Botanical Gardens?

No climbing trees, picking flowers or fruits, removing or pruning of plants is allowed. Please also refrain from entering cultivated areas/plant beds or the enclosed plant display area of the Orchid House.

Do you have to wear mask at Dallas Arboretum?

reserve your timed ticket. All guests 5 years of age or older are required to wear a face covering while visiting the Dallas Arboretum, unless medically unable to do so.

Do you have to pay to take pictures at Dallas Arboretum?

Please note: for smaller handheld equipment, you do not need to pay a commercial garden photography fee – only the price of regular admission and parking are required to enjoy a day and take personal pictures in the garden.

What is Dallas Arboretum known for?

The Arboretum is consistently ranked as one of the top attractions in Dallas by TripAdvisor. Recognized around the world for our premier warm weather plant trials program, DABS' research has expanded the palette of horticultural products available for use in North Texas.

Do teachers get in free at Dallas Arboretum?

Teachers and Educators

Complimentary daytime admission (9am-5pm) to the Main Garden and Children's Adventure Garden is available to teachers and administrators grades K-12.

What happens if you are late to the Dallas Arboretum?

Tickets are for a four (4) hour block. Please observe your arrival time as early entry is not allowed and there is no carryover to other time blocks for late arrivals.

Do you have to buy tickets ahead of time for Dallas Arboretum?

To visit the Dallas Arboretum guests will need to reserve tickets ahead of time on a specific date and timed entry. Please observe your arrival time.

What is the meaning of the word Arboretum?

noun. ar·​bo·​re·​tum ˌär-bə-ˈrē-təm. plural arboretums or arboreta ˌär-bə-ˈrē-tə Synonyms of arboretum. : a place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes.

What is the difference on Gates to the Dallas Arboretum?

Gate 4 you park across the street in a parking garage and walk across in an underground tunnel to get closer to the children's area. Gate 1 has parking on/ next to the arboretum and the entrance is by restrooms/gift shop/food outlook.

What month is best to visit a botanical garden?

Does the Dallas Arboretum have cherry blossoms?

From early spring when the tulips and cherry blossom trees bloom and through summer with the verdant grass, the Pecan Grove offers shade and amazing attractions. Guests take lots of photos of the lush green lawn surrounded by beautiful seasonal color.