Tours & Groups

Public Tours

Visitors and members alike can register for scheduled tours and programs on our event calendar like the Wednesday birding walks, Thursday guided hikes, Friday Weekend Warm-Up Hikes and Saturday Wildflower Walks that, weather-permitting, take place throughout the year.

Private Tours

Private one-hour tours are ideal for professional groups, classes, clubs, and community organizations. We offer ample parking and can accommodate buses with prior arrangements.

To schedule a private tour, please email: programs@tylerarboretum.org

Please include a brief description of your group as well as group size, requested date(s) and time(s), which tour(s) you are interested in, and any notes on your group’s mobility or other accessibility accommodations. We recommend submitting your tour request at least two weeks ahead. Private Tour reservations are subject to availability of guides and site.

Choose Your Tour

All tours are outdoors and will typically include walking on slopes and on both paved and unpaved surfaces. For mobility and accessibility accommodations, please contact us.

Enjoy a general introduction to the Arboretum’s history, gardens, collections, landscapes, and seasonal showcases — an excellent choice for first-time visitors.

Approximately ½–1 mile; mostly paved surfaces, gradual grades

Spring blooms, summer growth, autumn color and winter structure. Immerse yourself in the Arboretum’s changing landscape as we highlight one, two, or three seasonally interesting gardens or collections, requests welcome!

Approximately ½–1 mile; paved and unpaved surfaces with gradual to moderate grades depending on the season 

Step into the story of the Minshall, Painter, and Tyler families. Visit historic structures and plantings while exploring more than 260 years of history. Discover how these families shaped the land and how their legacy continues to influence Tyler today.

Approximately ½–1 mile; mostly paved surfaces, gradual grades

Stand beside some of the largest and oldest trees in the region, including several state champions. Learn about their ecological and historical significance and hear the stories behind these remarkable specimens, some dating back to the 1850s.

Approximately ½–1 mile; paved and unpaved surfaces, gradual-moderate grades

Explore Tyler’s woodlands, meadows, and stream corridors on a guided hike through the Arboretum’s trail system. Discover native trees, seasonal wildflowers, and the wildlife that call these habitats home while learning about the natural history of the landscape. 

Approximately 2 miles; mostly unpaved surfaces, moderate-steep grades

Contact us to discuss customized tours. Additional fees may apply.

Rates and Policies

A $100 deposit reserves your date; the balance is due upon arrival for your tour.

Tours are held rain or shine. Groups may request to reschedule a tour ONCE without penalty if we are notified via email at least 48 hours before the tour. Tyler reserves the right to cancel your tour for any reason, in which case your tour will be rescheduled, or a full refund will be provided.

Refunds are available with 7 days’ written notice (less a $25 administrative fee).

Group Admissions

We welcome group visits throughout the year. Our Visitor Guide offers a detailed map of Tyler’s main garden features, along with a list of Tyler’s main attractions. For walkers and hikers, our Hiking Map offers a detailed, topographically accurate map of our 17 miles of hiking trails. Both guides are available free at the Visitor Center.

We offer a picnic area with 16 tables, as well as many scenic spots throughout the Arboretum for enjoying lunch outdoors. Please dispose of all trash in our receptacles and “leave no trace.”

Group Admission Rates

Groups of 10 or more are eligible to receive $3 off admission per person. 

  • Adults: $15
  • Youth, ages 3–17 years: $7
  • Children age 2 and under: free

Requests must be received at least 2 business days in advance.

REQUEST A GROUP ADMISSION DISCOUNT

Discounts for Groups of Less than 10

Thinking of bringing a small group of less than 10 people to visit Tyler? You can still save by pre-purchasing Single-Use General Admission Tickets online here and save $2 off admission per person!