The Gardens is open daily during the hours listed below, with the exception of the first Saturday in September, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Admission tickets are available at the main entrance we do not sell daily admission tickets online. Parking is free but limited. Please carpool if possible! We are dog-friendly with the exception of a handful of special events. Dogs are not allowed at our annual holiday event, Festival of Lights. Please read and follow our Canine Policy to ensure a safe visit for your dogs.
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times! Admission tickets are available at the main entrance. For a more leisurely and less crowded stroll, consider coming before 11AM or after 2PM. Plan for at least a 1. It is about a half-mile walk to the ocean and a half-mile walk from the ocean back to the main entrance.
We recommend comfortable shoes and reusable water bottles to fully enjoy your visit. All tickets are non-refundable. Proceeds directly benefit our nonprofit botanical garden and its mission is to engage and enrich lives by displaying and conserving plants in harmony with our Northern California coastal ecosystems and to preserve public access to the coast.
Group Admission Rates — 15 or more guests Groups of 15 or more guests are required to schedule a group visit or guided tour at least 3 weeks in advance with our Administrative Coordinator. Discounted Admission Rates are not available for groups of 15 or more guests i. We ask our guests to follow these simple guidelines to ensure that everyone at this garden by the sea has an enjoyable experience. Membership to the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens gives you free admission to the Gardens for individuals or for the household depending on membership level , discounted admission for guests of members, discounts on workshops, discounts in The Garden Store and Nursery, invitations to special member events, free or discounted admission at more than other public gardens find participating gardens , and more.
If you have any questions about visiting the Gardens call us at ext or email info gardenbythesea. Next: Dogs in the Gardens ».
