Denver Botanic Gardens (York Street) (Denver)

Denver Botanic Gardens (York Street) in Denver: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12; $16.50 adult · $12 seniors/military · $12 youth 3–15 · free 2 and under.

Address1007 York St, Denver, CO 80206

HoursDaily 9am–8pm, Wed to 7pm (seasonal variation)

Prices$16.50 adult · $12 seniors/military · $12 youth 3–15 · free 2 and under

Age notesMordecai Children's Garden (seasonal) plus open garden wandering

BookingAdvance booking requirement unconfirmed

Suggested timeAbout 2.5 hours

AccessibilityPer Gardens' York Street accessibility page: accessible paths, free wheelchairs/strollers first-come, SPARK sensory kits free first-come; Waring House not wheelchair-accessible.

ParkingLimited free parking in complex between York and Josephine during regular hours

Verified perk: SCFD Free Days — free admission2026: Jan 19, Feb 12, Mar 9, Apr 22, Jun 9, Jul 1, Aug 25, Nov 27. Advance registration required; tickets released on a rolling 3-month basis on the 1st of the month; regular hours only, excludes ticketed events. Popular dates sell out.

Verified perk: Bank of America Museums on Us — free admissionFirst full weekend monthly in 2026 (Jan 3–4, Feb 7–8, Aug 1–2, Sep 5–6, Oct 3–4, Nov 7–8, Dec 5–6). Cardholder only: present an active Bank of America / Merrill / Private Bank card + photo ID + ticket; one free general admission. Reservations recommended, open 2–3 months ahead.

Verified perk: AHS Reciprocal — members visit 400 gardensGardens members get reciprocal admission benefits at 400 American Horticultural Society member gardens; membership also includes free unlimited admission to York Street and Chatfield Farms.

Verified perk: Denver Public Library pass — free admissionDPL cardholders reserve a free Museum & Cultural Pass online; passes released daily at noon on a rolling basis; valid for the date listed.

Verified perk: Arapahoe Libraries pass — free admissionArapahoe Libraries cardholders reserve an Exploration Pass up to 30 days ahead (2 reservations/month); pass details vary by attraction.

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Venue details last verified October 31, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.

Denver Botanic Gardens (York Street) — Denver, Colorado

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