Address: 1201 North Galvin Parkway
Pricing: $5-$15 (children under 3 are free)
Phone: (480) 941-1225
Hours: Oct.-April 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., May-Sept. 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.
How To Get There:
The Desert Botanical Garden is in Papoga Park, where Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe come together. Papoga Park is just a few miles northeast of the 143S/Loop 202 in Scottsdale, AZ.
Parking:free
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Desert Botanical Garden: a gem that makes the desert sparkle and shine
Visitors to the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix will find a colorful gem nestled within the Papoga Park red rock buttes. the Garden offers an ideal destination for anyone seeking a naturally tranquil and picturesque experience.
The current exhibit is Chihuly: The Nature of Glass. Vibrantly colored glass pieces placed throughout the grounds of the Garden paths add a burst of artistic color to the desert landscape, naturally complimenting the shape and variety of the desert scene.
This exhibit runs through May 31. Reservations are required.
The Desert Botanical Garden also hosts “Music in the Garden, Winter Concert Series 2009,” which offers a variety of musical programs from noon-2 p.m. each Sunday through Feb. 22. The upcoming concerts will feature folk rock, Brazilian world, Bluegrass and classic guitar and violin. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended and can be ordered online or by phone at (480) 481-8188.
From March 7-May 31, the Garden will feature a Spring Butterfly exhibit. To kick off the exhibit, children 3-10 can have breakfast surrounded by butterflies on Saturday, March 7 or Sunday, March 8. Reservations are required.
The garden’s serene setting provides a tranquil lunchtime experience at the Patio Café, which offers a variety of gourmet sandwiches, salads, kid’s meals, drinks and other snacks. The beef and gorgonzola and the grilled vegetable sandwiches are worth a look -- or a taste.
For a complete list of all exhibits and events, visit the Desert Botanical Garden website.
- by Jennifer Pruett, Phoenix Reporter for HelloMetro
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Jennifer PruettA self proclaimed “queen of everything," Jennifer is a writer, planner and passionate lover of making exciting events extra special. As a creative mother of two she loves art, music, family, friends, exotic cuisine and exploring new areas of self improvement. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in liberal studies from the University of Oklahoma and has been writing restaurant and attraction reviews in the Phoenix Metro area since January, 2009.
