Availability and Bookings
The Garden is once again scheduling guided tours! Please contact Elin Filbey at 608-576-2501 or efilbey@wisc.edu to make a reservation.
Full payment and headcount must be received at least 1 week prior to the tour. Any additional attendees added after the final payment must be paid for at the time of the tour.*
*Final payment non-refundable. Refunds will not be granted for changes in attendance.
Group Sizes
Groups smaller than 10 will be charged a flat rate of $50, which must be paid in full at least one week prior to the tour date to confirm a reservation.
Guided vs. Self-Guided Tours
Guided tours are led by a student intern, Garden staff member or the Executive Director. All guided tours require a reservation.
Self-guided tours do not require a reservation and do not include any docents. However, it is strongly recommended you call ahead of time to ensure your group’s visit doesn’t conflict with any other Garden activities.
Tour Offerings
Tier 1: General Tours
General Garden tour, given by a student intern or garden staff and includes garden history, stories, and plant highlights.
Duration: 45 minutes–1 hour
Number of participants Cost
1-10 $50
11-20 $100
21-30 $150
31-40 $200
41-50 $250
Tier 2: Director Tour
Executive Director Tours
Personalized Garden tour with the Garden’s Executive Director for a maximum of 25 people.
Duration: 1–1.5 hours
Number of participants Cost
1-10 $100
11-20 $200
21-25 $250
*Weekend tours require an additional $25 fee per guide.
