Visit the Arboretum

Know Before You Go

Plan an enjoyable visit with these helpful tips and information.

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The Morton Arboretum strives to provide an excellent experience for all who visit. We look forward to seeing you!

Admission Process

Guests

Guests are required to buy general admission tickets online before arriving at the Arboretum. Purchasing admission takes just a few minutes and can be done with a smartphone or computer.

Members

Members may enter the Arboretum at any time during open hours, 7:00 a.m. to sunset, on any day by showing their current physical or digital membership card at the gatehouse. When bringing guests on a visit to the Arboretum, members can purchase discounted admission tickets (up to two $5 admission tickets per day for guests beyond their membership level) at the gatehouse or online prior to their visit. Guests of members must be accompanied by the member during their visit and should arrive in the same vehicle or in a vehicle directly behind the member. Learn more about becoming a member.

Visit Tip

Guests are required to purchase tickets in advance of their visit. Advance purchase will ensure entry on days with beautiful weather when tickets may sell out or when special events affect the Arboretum’s capacity. Purchasing admission takes just a few minutes and can be done with a smartphone or computer.

How Can We Help?

If you need assistance, please contact us: tickets@mortonarb.org. More information about timed-entry admission is included in the Timed-Entry FAQ.

Entering the Arboretum

Guests

After you purchase a general admission ticket online, it will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the transaction process. You can either print it out or show it on your phone to the gatehouse attendant when you arrive.

Members

Members may enter The Morton Arboretum at any time without purchasing general admission by showing their current physical or digital membership card at the gatehouse.

Companion Admission

A member or guest who requires the help of a companion (whether paid or unpaid) in order to visit, may reserve one complimentary admission for their companion when placing their own paid ticket reservation. For group visits or field trips, please contact the Registrar at registrar-ed@mortonarb.org or 630-719-2468.

Plan Your Day

To prepare for a rich and satisfying experience at the Arboretum, use the maps and seek out places to visit. Learn about more accessibility, dining and shopping, events, and things to do.