Private Group Tours

While the Garden offers a variety of public tours, recognize there are those who would like a personal experience. Private tours are available for those that are interested in a tailored experience. Private tours must be booked two weeks in advance using our Adult Group Tours or School & Youth Group Tours request forms, below.

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Adult Group Tours

Please arrange all group bookings at least 30 days in advance by completing the Tour Request Form.

Request Form

School & Youth Groups

Come join us at the Garden to explore, discover, play, and enjoy time in nature. We offer both Self-Guided Explorations or Facilitated Tours. Self-Guided Explorations are available year-round, every weekday except for Tuesday. Facilitated Tours are available February-July, Wednesday-Friday.

Please arrange field trip bookings at least 30 days in advance of your visit date for Facilitated Tours, or two weeks in advance for Self-Guided Explorations. Click the button below to request your field trip dates today!

Request Form

Types of Facilitated Explorations

Resources for Self-Guided Explorations

Download the Scavenger Hunt or pick up the Botanic Explorers activity book at admissions to use during your visit to the Garden. Depending on staff and volunteer availability, join us Wednesday-Friday 10am-1pm for interactive Botanic Exploration stations around the Garden. Exploration areas and topics include the Bamboo Garden, Rainforest, California Gardenscapes, Pollinators, and more!

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School & Youth Groups

Come join us at the Garden to explore, discover, play, and enjoy time in nature.

Welcome to the 2024-45 school year! Come learn and grow with us at SDBG!

We offer both Self-Guided Explorations or Facilitated Tours. Self-Guided Explorations are available year-round, every weekday except for Tuesday. Facilitated Tours are available February-July, Wednesday-Friday.

Request Form

Types of Facilitated Explorations