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New York Botanical Garden

There are 2 different ways to get in. Start with the one that needs the least from you.

BronxB/D to Bedford Park Blvd; Metro-North Harlem Line to Botanical Garden Station
The Queensboro Bridge seen across a grassy park slope at golden hour

Library card → Culture Pass

Every way in

Ordered by how much work it takes.

  1. Library card → Culture Pass

    A little setup

    Needs: Library card

    General admission to the grounds and gardens

    • 250 acres of beauty. Haupt Conservatory is a Victorian glasshouse. Free Wed and Sat 10-11am for NY residents. Metro-North has a direct station from Grand Central.
    Reserve a pass (opens in new tab)

  2. IDNYC — as a membership

    Set up first

    Needs: IDNYC

    Free 1-year membership, including unlimited grounds admission, discounts at the gift shop and cafés, and member events

    Worth: Free membership

    1. Get your IDNYC card
    2. Visit NYBG membership office in person at 2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx
    3. Present your IDNYC card
    4. Complete membership registration
    Watch out: Must activate in person. 5-year rule applies. Buildings/greenhouse admission may be limited.

What no route covers

These cost extra however you get in.

  • Special exhibitions (Holiday Train Show, Orchid Show), tram tour, Everett Children's Adventure Garden
Official site (opens in new tab)