Book a School Field Trip

Whether you’re coming for a guided field trip or want to utilize our living collections to enhance your own educational activity, there is something for every school here. 

Guided School Tour Information

Guided school tours will be offered on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, from the first week of October through the first week of June. Tours are scheduled for 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. For schools visiting from outside Santa Barbara, a late start tour (10-11 a.m.) is available. See the links below for information regarding tour content.

Pricing & Payment

We charge a flat fee for Guided School Tours based on the number of students in the class. This rate includes teachers and up to five chaperones. Self-Guided School Visits are charged per participant. Payment can be made by credit card using a secure payment link, or by mailing in a check. Invoices must be paid 30 days before the date of your tour. All invoices are final and cannot be adjusted.

Are you ready to book your visit?

Thank you for your interest in the Garden and our mission to conserve native plants and habitats. Please submit the following school field trip request form to get started.