Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is a people’s garden, a grassroots effort that began as a casual conversation between friends and evolved into the largest botanical garden in New England. Located on more than 300 acres along the MidCoast, the Gardens is a true Maine experience.
May 1- October 22
Open daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Gardens is open rain or shine.
Adults: $24
Seniors & Veterans: $20
Student (18+ with Student ID): $15
Children (3-17): $10
Children under 3: Free
Family (2 adults, 2 children): $56
Members are free.
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105 Botanical Gardens Drive
Boothbay, ME, 04537
(207) 633-8000
Hungry Gardener Food Truck
Opening Soon!
Snack Shack
Open Daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Featuring sweet and savory snacks, fresh fruit, beverages, and coffee, tea, and hot chocolate
Please note that our Café building is closed for renovations this season. Guests are always welcome to bring outside food for picnicking at the Gardens.
The Gardens is open rain or shine. For this reason, we recommend waiting until closer to your arrival date to purchase tickets.
We thank you for following our garden etiquette during your visit for the safety and enjoyment of all guests. We reserve the right to remove any individuals who act in violation of our policies and guidelines.
Many of our gardens are full sun—sunscreen, hats and sunglasses will keep you protected on your visit.
Our paths are accessible and easy to walk, but the Gardens is many acres. Wear comfortable shoes for an enjoyable visit.
Maine woods can be buggy, so plan ahead.
Refillable water bottles are a sustainable way to stay hydrated. We have multiple filling stations.
Take your memories home with you—take plenty of photos to share. #MaineGardens
Only service animals, as protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, are allowed at the Gardens.
Smoking, vaping, and other recreational drug usage is prohibited while at the Gardens. Alcohol cannot be brought into the Gardens.
Frisbee, ball playing, kite flying, etc. are not permitted.
Skateboards, hoverboards, scooters, and other motorized equipment are not allowed at the Gardens. Wheeled devices are restricted to accessibility devices only.
Our buildings and central gardens are ADA compliant, making them fully wheelchair and stroller accessible. The terrain in the remainder of the campus varies – the paths range from pavers and compacted-gravel walkways to trails through wooded areas. Our shuttle runs continuously throughout the day; please check with the front desk upon arrival for a map of shuttle stop locations.
Electric scooters are available to rent on a first-come, first-served basis at the front desk in the Visitor Center. Rentals are $12 for nonmembers and $9 for members. We also have wheelchairs available at no charge, on a first-come, first-served basis — simply ask at the front desk when checking in. For more information, call our offices at (207) 633-8000, or visit the front desk in the Visitor Center.
Our one-hour accessible cart tours are led by trained Gardens’ docents, rain or shine, on our quiet electric cart. The cart can accommodate up to five (5) people. Seating preference is decided on a first-come-first-served basis. These tours are a wonderful opportunity for those who may not otherwise be able to walk the Gardens.
Registration is required ahead of time on our website. Admission to the Gardens is not included in the cost of the tour.
Explore our more than 300 acres of gardens and natural spaces, from the Native Butterfly and Moth House to the Bibby and Harold Alfond Children’s Garden or Giles Rhododendron and Perennial Garden. See our gardens.
From botanically-inspired art and photography to sculpture artfully settled into garden beds and on lawns, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens has an expansive and ever-changing collection of botanical art and related exhibits. See our exhibits.
The mission of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is to inspire meaningful connections among people, plants, and nature through horticulture, education, and research.
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