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This was my first visit to Tohono Chul Gardens, and it was so beautiful! I attended an author event, and the space was lovely. It was a little warm since it's outdoors, but it was also very well organized. The mural on the wall inside the venue space is amazing! I definitely would like to go back and check out more of the grounds because after the event, it was dark, and we couldn't really see anything.
Our first time here. We paid 40 for two nonmembers. We were able to see the museum and do a 1 mile hike. Very cute place to learn some history. Beautiful scenery. They offer booking for private events as well. Beware of rattlesnakes. Stay hydrated.
A truly delightful site. BRING WATER AND WEAR A HAT! The walking trails are well-maintained. Listen to the sweet sounds of Hummingbirds and owls as butterflies float by. LOVED THIS PLACE! Hope I've captured the essence of Tohono Chul in my pictures. Five Stars.
Really boring, overpriced place for rich tourists to drink wine and feel like they did something "Tucson-y". You can literally park in any neighborhood and take a walk on a path and see all the same things, in the "authentic Tucson wild". Kids museum was all right for indoor kids who have helicopter parents or mall lives, the locals will probably be bored to death after 30 min, like ours were!
The place is great afternoon getaway! It has gorgeous gardens, galleries and today a ceramic show. They have a garden bistro so if you're hungry after taking in all the views, can enjoy a nice brunch or lunch. The gardens have meandering paths that you can get lost in. The Arizona landscapes are stunning and there are some really cool architectural elements as well. I'd love to come back at night as there were massive cactus with Christmas lights wrapped around them. I bet it would look beautiful in the dark!
We love the Chul. Out of the gardens and other museums in town this is my favorite spot to get a taste of Tucson and enjoy a beautiful day outdoors.
Fun fact: Tohono Chul means desert corner in O'odham. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Tohono Chul. As Desert Botanical Garden members, we got free admission to this botanical garden since it is a member of the American Horticultural Society/AHS. We went during Memorial Day weekend in the late morning. The high was around 90 that day and as we walked around it did get a bit warm but in the shade it felt fine. The lovely guide at the front (Thanks Carol!) showed me the best paths to take that were shaded to eventually get to the children's area in the far end of the park. I was also interested in the tortoises here (They have a few resident desert tortoises) and there are a few in areas that aren't labeled on the map. The children's area is in the back area of the park and there are easily seen signs that direct you to the right way to get there. We had a nice walk through the park to the children's area and saw multiple lizards, butterflies, lovely flowers, a ground squirrel and I spied a cardinal when we got to our destination! This is probably a cool place to do birdwatching due to all the variety of plant and animal life here. The children's area is pretty cool, with a lot of outdoor activities and a smaller indoor component that has all the most popular activities from other children's museums I've seen. There's a scarf tunnel, pretend grocery store area, Lite Brite table, mini slide and wooden road building area. There are lots of books available for reading too both indoors and outdoors. The outdoor activities include clay sculpting, a water pump, a climbable tractor, fairy garden and a lot of sit n spins just to name a few. It was also cool to go to the greenhouse area to see all the different plants available for sale. There are so many varieties here and most of them are plants that you will see at the park so if there's one that you like on your trip here, chances are you'll be able to buy the same type of plant at the greenhouse. Details (as of 5-2024): - AHS reciprocal admission member - Children's Museum is included in admission - Children under 5 free admission - Free admission for active-duty military & their families from May 18 - September 2 - Art gallery and bistro also on site
Tohono Cho has become my daughter's favorite place to spend time at least during the cooler months. We take our toddler anywhere from 2 to 3 times a week to walk the property and play at the Childrens Museum area. The Childrens Museum area generally is pretty good and the volunteers and staff Host some fun activities that adults and the children can partake in. And the volunteers at the park in general are super sweet and helpful, there's one in particular, Fran, whom my daughter really enjoys the grounds are just really natural and peaceful. It's a great place to get some sunshine and nature.
Beautiful grounds with something for everyone. There are benches, a children's reading/play area, an adorable gift shop, and lots of plants to learn about. My mom and I came on a Friday night with live music and and art gallery on show. We both thought the staff/volunteers were incredibly kind and the variety of exhibits was really perfect for us. It was easy to find on maps, had a large parking lot, and clean restrooms. Everything you could ask for in my opinion! I will definitely be back next time I'm in Tucson.
A Tucson hidden gem! Check this place out especially when the weather is nice! Very serene park
Tohono Chul is one of my absolute favorite places to unwind and relax in Tucson. Not only is it a great place to appreciate the nature of Tucson, it also has exciting opportunities for all ages. They have a partnership with the Oro Valley Children's Museum so there's a huge area in the back specifically designed for your kiddos. There are multiple walking trails, water features, statues, and scenery to explore! I highly recommend planning on about an hour if you're walking quickly but plan on a bit more in case you want to enjoy at a more leisurely pace.
We are members and attend several events per year. We also take out-of-town guests here so they can experience part of the Sonoran Desert. Some of our favorite events are Chillin' at the Chul in the summer, Chiles/Chocolate/Day of the Dead in the Fall, and Holiday Nights. All of the gardens are lovely, and the website includes plant lists if you're local and want to replicate it. The exhibition gallery is not to be missed, with some permanent and special exhibits. It's a lovely cool spot in the hot summer months. The Bistro has its own Yelp entry, but the outdoor seating puts you in the midst of a wonderful garden...often with hummingbirds and butterflies entertaining you. Tohono Chul is a lovely oasis in town. Check it out.
Reviews are generally positive. Visitors highlight the beautiful gardens and grounds, children's museum area, and delicious bistro food. People also appreciate friendly docents and volunteers.
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2 months ago
Chillin' at The Chul was a fun night out. Granddaughter loved the time playing with the boats and water. We loved the atmosphere and music was beautiful. Was a great experience and looking forward to more adventures. read more
2 months ago
Came here for Chillin' at the Chul and had a great time enjoying the gardens, yummy food, and live music on a hot summer night. Admission for this event was only $5 so it's less than regular admission but you don't get to explore as much for the gardens and it's a bit cordoned off at night. Since it was so hot I went for the watermelon and cucumber gazpacho and their refreshing Chul 75. We also shared the carnitas nachos which were more like pulled pork so that was a little disappointing. But overall it was a fun date night where we go to see some cool art and live music with lots of cute and cozy places to explore and relax. Definitely worth checking out! read more
This was my first visit to Tohono Chul Gardens, and it was so beautiful! I attended an author event, and the space was lovely. It was a little warm since it's outdoors, but it was also very well organized. The mural on the wall inside the venue space is amazing! I definitely would like to go back and check out more of the grounds because after the event, it was dark, and we couldn't really see anything. read more
9 months ago
Our first time here. We paid 40 for two nonmembers. We were able to see the museum and do a 1 mile hike. Very cute place to learn some history. Beautiful scenery. They offer booking for private events as well. Beware of rattlesnakes. Stay hydrated. read more
A truly delightful site. BRING WATER AND WEAR A HAT! The walking trails are well-maintained. Listen to the sweet sounds of Hummingbirds and owls as butterflies float by. LOVED THIS PLACE! Hope I've captured the essence of Tohono Chul in my pictures. Five Stars. read more
10 months ago
Really boring, overpriced place for rich tourists to drink wine and feel like they did something "Tucson-y". You can literally park in any neighborhood and take a walk on a path and see all the same things, in the "authentic Tucson wild". Kids museum was all right for indoor kids who have helicopter parents or mall lives, the locals will probably be bored to death after 30 min, like ours were! read more
11 months ago
The place is great afternoon getaway! It has gorgeous gardens, galleries and today a ceramic show. They have a garden bistro so if you're hungry after taking in all the views, can enjoy a nice brunch or lunch. The gardens have meandering paths that you can get lost in. The Arizona landscapes are stunning and there are some really cool architectural elements as well. I'd love to come back at night as there were massive cactus with Christmas lights wrapped around them. I bet it would look beautiful in the dark! read more
6 months ago
We love the Chul. Out of the gardens and other museums in town this is my favorite spot to get a taste of Tucson and enjoy a beautiful day outdoors. read more
Fun fact: Tohono Chul means desert corner in O'odham. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Tohono Chul. As Desert Botanical Garden members, we got free admission to this botanical garden since it is a member of the American Horticultural Society/AHS. We went during Memorial Day weekend in the late morning. The high was around 90 that day and as we walked around it did get a bit warm but in the shade it felt fine. The lovely guide at the front (Thanks Carol!) showed me the best paths to take that were shaded to eventually get to the children's area in the far end of the park. I was also interested in the tortoises here (They have a few resident desert tortoises) and there are a few in areas that aren't labeled on the map. The children's area is in the back area of the park and there are easily seen signs that direct you to the right way to get there. We had a nice walk through the park to the children's area and saw multiple lizards, butterflies, lovely flowers, a ground squirrel and I spied a cardinal when we got to our destination! This is probably a cool place to do birdwatching due to all the variety of plant and animal life here. The children's area is pretty cool, with a lot of outdoor activities and a smaller indoor component that has all the most popular activities from other children's museums I've seen. There's a scarf tunnel, pretend grocery store area, Lite Brite table, mini slide and wooden road building area. There are lots of books available for reading too both indoors and outdoors. The outdoor activities include clay sculpting, a water pump, a climbable tractor, fairy garden and a lot of sit n spins just to name a few. It was also cool to go to the greenhouse area to see all the different plants available for sale. There are so many varieties here and most of them are plants that you will see at the park so if there's one that you like on your trip here, chances are you'll be able to buy the same type of plant at the greenhouse. Details (as of 5-2024): - AHS reciprocal admission member - Children's Museum is included in admission - Children under 5 free admission - Free admission for active-duty military & their families from May 18 - September 2 - Art gallery and bistro also on site read more
2 years ago
Tohono Cho has become my daughter's favorite place to spend time at least during the cooler months. We take our toddler anywhere from 2 to 3 times a week to walk the property and play at the Childrens Museum area. The Childrens Museum area generally is pretty good and the volunteers and staff Host some fun activities that adults and the children can partake in. And the volunteers at the park in general are super sweet and helpful, there's one in particular, Fran, whom my daughter really enjoys the grounds are just really natural and peaceful. It's a great place to get some sunshine and nature. read more
11 months ago
Beautiful grounds with something for everyone. There are benches, a children's reading/play area, an adorable gift shop, and lots of plants to learn about. My mom and I came on a Friday night with live music and and art gallery on show. We both thought the staff/volunteers were incredibly kind and the variety of exhibits was really perfect for us. It was easy to find on maps, had a large parking lot, and clean restrooms. Everything you could ask for in my opinion! I will definitely be back next time I'm in Tucson. read more
5 months ago
Tohono Chul is one of my absolute favorite places to unwind and relax in Tucson. Not only is it a great place to appreciate the nature of Tucson, it also has exciting opportunities for all ages. They have a partnership with the Oro Valley Children's Museum so there's a huge area in the back specifically designed for your kiddos. There are multiple walking trails, water features, statues, and scenery to explore! I highly recommend planning on about an hour if you're walking quickly but plan on a bit more in case you want to enjoy at a more leisurely pace. read more
7 months ago
3 years ago
We are members and attend several events per year. We also take out-of-town guests here so they can experience part of the Sonoran Desert. Some of our favorite events are Chillin' at the Chul in the summer, Chiles/Chocolate/Day of the Dead in the Fall, and Holiday Nights. All of the gardens are lovely, and the website includes plant lists if you're local and want to replicate it. The exhibition gallery is not to be missed, with some permanent and special exhibits. It's a lovely cool spot in the hot summer months. The Bistro has its own Yelp entry, but the outdoor seating puts you in the midst of a wonderful garden...often with hummingbirds and butterflies entertaining you. Tohono Chul is a lovely oasis in town. Check it out. read more
Never heard of Tohono Chul until very recently, but one visit is all it took to become a fan of this above any other botanical garden in the state. Art installations, live music, a greenhouse with plants for sale, and some quick bites make this a fun and stress-free date. We're in spooky season, so when I went I got to check out their glowing pumpkin exhibit throughout the park. Strolling through the winding path is so relaxing, even if you have to look out for lizards and snakes lurking around (this is real nature!). Then I had a green chili quesadilla from the snack bar--came out fast and is actually really satisfying! There are also tacos and Sonoran dogs (I had a bite--I hate hot dogs but this was actually good) and some basic alcoholic beverages. It would be an opportunity for some higher end dining, but they opted for an affordable snack bar instead. It does not take away from the experience. Before leaving, I checked out what they had for sale in the greenhouse. These plants were less expensive than going to a place like Home Depot's garden section. My mind was blown! I already have a couple succulents, but I'm kicking myself for not purchasing another. I sure will on my next visit! Overall, this is a great place to admire and celebrate the Sonoran Desert's biodiversity. But even if you don't care too much about plants, it's a chill spot with plenty of entertainment. I really recommend making this a date night! read more
4 months ago
10 months ago
Our favorite time to visit is during their Fri-Sat monsoon sales event every July. Dozens of private vendors bring hundreds of desert plants to sell. It's kind of like a huge yard sale spread out over the grounds of the park. Tons of "baby" versions of every succulent and cactus imaginable with quite a few medium and large versions too. Prices are reasonable and range from $5 (pic) to $100+ for the larger/exotics. Lots of people attend this well organized event. One of the coolest things is that the park provides wheelbarrows to help customers transport their larger cactus/loads to their car. Bring sunscreen and umbrella... we've been caught in a downpour there before! Parking is easy/free in the park's large, meandering lot. read more
6 months ago
3 years ago
I walked around Tohono Chul this weekend and the wild flowers were incredible! Great time of year to visit to see all the desert vegetation. Staff was super friendly and even taught us about the saguaro boots that woodpeckers make in saguaros. read more
4 years ago
Beautiful botanical garden, however it was the wrong time of year for me to visit. What can you do....sometimes it's just like that. I am a member at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix which allows for reciprocal admissions to various gardens across the country. I was traveling to Tucson for the day with some time to kill and decided to check this place out. It's mid-July at the time of this review. Which means it's just way too hot to do anything outside right now. However it was still very nice there and I could imagine how lovely it would be to spend some time in the garden (the rest of the year). Pros: - free entry for me :) Due to the reciprocal admissions program. - beautiful grounds - friendly staff - cute restaurant - enjoyed a refreshing cocktail in the garden bistro Cons: - Arizona heat lol read more
3 years ago
Bloom night! Great entertainment, aside from the Queen of the Night blooms on full display that night. Beautiful interactive music from Celia and Michael Jose. The Ocean Drum was a hit with everyone who heard it and tried it. Soothing flute set the mood during the monsoon storm and the epic showdown between a tarantula and tarantula hawk! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
A group of 4 seniors enjoyed brunch at the Bistro and then toured the gardens. A wonderful February outing! The Bistro service was very slow. We were on a wait list that took over 45 minutes to be seated. (Only seating available indoors today.) The wait getting our food after it was ordered took longer than expected. But the food was well worth the wait! Very attractive presentations and delicious! The gardens were delightful! Very nice landscape architectural design! Very nice mature plants, clean/ well groomed with attractive art sculptures throughout. There were two interesting and well stocked gift shops and one store with plants. Pleasant staff. We enjoyed the art gallery with a special art exhibit about the US / Mexican boarder read more
3 years ago
Tohono Chul always has fun themed events to celebrate the season and culture of Tucson. Attended the Chilis, Chocolate and Day of the Dead festival. The garden by itself is delightful and includes a art gallery with ever changing pieces. This time it included Oftendas, local art and pumpkin art. read more
We went to theGlowing Pumpkin exhibit here last weekend. Naively, I thought they'd all be real pumpkins! In spite of the fact that they weren't, it was a great exhibit. A well-defined path led you to a huge variety of lit pumpkin creations. They also had live music for a couple of hours and a gift shop midway through. It looked like they had a few snacks for purchase as well. It would be great to take your kids to. Our only negative experience was trying to find a parking spot. read more
5 years ago
Never met a park i didn't love and Tohono is no different. I loved the history and how it morphed into a private, foundation run park. The park is well kept, well managed, and very well programmed. We look forward to many future visits Admission is $13 per person for seniors but you don't need to pay if you are going to the dining room. read more
3 years ago
Beautiful planted native gardens and plenty of meandering walking paths provided a nice outdoor experience while learning about the native desert plants and creatures.The guides are helpful and informative and time passes quickly when surrounded by all the natural beauty. read more
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