Explore Spring Your Way at The Morton Arboretum

Endless adventures await you this season at the Arboretum.

Explore Your Way

Springtime makes the gardens and woodlands of The Morton Arboretum burst with color and buzz with activity.

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful walk with colorful wildflowers, a unique spot for photos, a fun place for your kids to play, or to admire the beautiful gardens and global tree collections of the Arboretum, there’s so much to enjoy during the spring season!

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A couple relaxes and takes in the views of the bursting redbuds across Lake Marmo in spring.

Connect with Nature

Across its 1,700-acre grounds, The Morton Arboretum offers breathtaking landscapes and unique ecosystems to explore. On the 9 miles of paved roads, you can ride your bike, hike, take a guided tram tour on the Acorn Express, or drive along to explore the magnificent natural areas of the Arboretum.

Families ride on the Acorn Express tram among bright pink redbuds in bloom.

Discover Colorful Blooms

Find inspiration and one-of-a-kind photo opportunities with the colorful flowers found in one of the Arboretum’s many beautiful gardens. Near the Visitor Center, The Gerard T. Donnelly Grand Garden showcases colorful blooms in its Joy of Plants Garden.

A group of adults and young children smell peonies that are blooming in the Fragrance Garden in spring.

ADMISSIONS

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Friends walk as their children run ahead through the blooming crabapple trees.

Play in the Children’s Garden

Children can play and explore the wonders of nature in the safe, immersive environment of the Arboretum’s 4-acre Children's Garden, designed for children of all ages and abilities. Splash through secret streams, climb colossal acorns, and slide down giant tree roots all day long. With its picnic area, accessible design, and hands-on learning, kids will enjoy the outdoors and never get bored!

Sisters look through a kaleidoscope into a planter of pink flowers.

Find Tranquility this Spring

Under the tapestry of the Arboretum’s global tree collections, there are many opportunities to find a quiet spot to rest, read a favorite book, connect with loved ones, or sit in peaceful reflection. The flowering trees found throughout the grounds provide a perfect backdrop for a relaxing day.

A woman surrounds herself with magnolia blooms and blanket of blue Siberian squil flowers.

Plan Your Visit

Know Before You Go

Parking and Directions

Hours

Maps and Guides

Art Exhibition

Vivid Creatures,
a sculptural exhibition, is coming this May

Learn more

All of the Vivid Creature sculptures next to one another to show scale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Looking for more answers? Visit the FAQ or contact us directly.

Are wheelchairs or strollers available for loan?

Manual wheelchairs are available for loan. Strollers are currently unavailable. Personal strollers are welcome.
Who do I contact if I have trouble getting tickets online?

For assistance, please email the ticket line at tickets@mortonarb.org and we will respond to you as soon as possible.
Will I have unlimited time to explore? Or is there a time limit?

Once admitted, everyone may stay and explore the Arboretum until it closes at sunset.
I want to visit with a group. Are there any special discounts available?

Yes, group rates can be offered on orders of 15 or more people purchasing tickets in a single transaction.

Purchasing group admission allows access to a discounted rate and makes check-in at the gatehouse easier than with general admission. Group admission can also be planned, purchased, and reserved well in advance, allowing groups the opportunity to finalize their plans well ahead of time.

Learn more about purchasing group admission.

Explore Spring Your Way at The Morton Arboretum