Plan Your Visit
Smithsonian Gardens are located around museums throughout the National Mall in Washington, DC. They are open year-round, seven days a week, with something to see in every season! The Enid A. Haupt Garden is the only gated garden and opens daily from dawn to dusk. A walk around all of the gardens, at a leisurely pace, takes about 3 hours. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and sun protection during the summer. If you’d like to find out information about specific gardens, check out our gardens page.
To arrange special tours for school groups, garden clubs and groups of 10 or more, please contact us at gardens@si.edu.
Exhibits and Events
Our exhibits and events change with every season, so check back often for new happenings online and at the gardens.
Watch, Listen, and Learn
Rainy day? Check out one of our videos to learn about our gardens from the great indoors on our gardens web page or bring your smart phone or iPod along (or listen at home) and hear all about the plants and history of Smithsonian Gardens. Look for the QR codes and signs throughout the gardens.
A Guide to Smithsonian Gardens
A Guide to Smithsonian Gardens is a beautifully illustrated guide to the colorful gardens that surround the Smithsonian museums along the National Mall. To order, visit SmithsonianStore!