Visit Us

Discover a world of natural wonder and serene beauty, where each step leads to a deeper connection with the magic of the outdoors.

Hours, Admission & Location

Questions?
Contact us at info@dsbg.org
or (704) 825-4490

General daytime admission

Garden Members: Free
Learn more about membership.

Adult: $14.95 +tax
Senior: (60+) : $12.95 +tax
Child: (2-12) : $7.95 +tax
Children Under 2: Free
Groups of 15+: Please call (704) 829-1294 for information on group tours and group pricing.

Please note, special event admission fees may apply to select events.

Getting here

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is located in Belmont, North Carolina.

We are located 21 miles from Charlotte, NC, and 13 miles from Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Get directions to the garden on Google Maps.

Museums for All

As a benefit of your EBT card, you can visit during daytime hours as often as you’d like for only $1 per person. Simply show your benefits card at admissions to receive the discount for up to six family members. Offer not valid for select events.

Learn more about Museums for All.

Current hours

December Hours:

Open 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday for Daily Admission
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays

Open 5 p.m. – 10 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday for Holidays at the Garden
Closed Mondays

Please check our website for any last-minute changes in our schedule.

DSBG is closed for the following holidays, New Year’s Eve, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The Garden will be closed Dec 26, 2023 – Jan 3, 2024.

Garden map

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Map
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Frequently asked questions

Wheel chairs and strollers are not available for rent, although the Garden is stroller/handicap accessible. Benches are located throughout the Garden.

Only trained service animals that perform life functions for individuals with disabilities are permitted in the Garden.

The Garden is open rain or shine. Refunds or rain checks on admission ticket purchases are not granted for weather related reasons. In the event of extreme weather including snow or a bad storm the Garden may close. Please call 704-825-4490 prior to your visit.

Picnics and coolers are welcome anywhere on the property, but please no alcoholic carry-ins or grills. We also have beverages, wine, and snacks in The Garden Store. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis on the terrace or at picnic tables.

No; however, we have beverages, wine, and snacks in The Garden Store. The Garden occasionally hosts food trucks for special events, but please inquire for more details.

Yes, the Garden encourages creativity! Please read our photo policy for more info on photography in the Garden before your visit