Parks & public facilities
$8.33median per child
12 published prices · United States
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Middle half: $7.31–$15.42 per child
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Parks & public facilities
Birthday score2.5/5
How we rateChildren can visit public gardens and view plant collections at the U.S. National Arboretum in Washington, DC. Admission is free. Picnics are allowed only in the National Grove of State Trees picnic area, so plan any food around that restriction. Events and parties require prior approval, and the arboretum is not currently accepting facility use applications. Contact the arboretum before making birthday gathering plans.
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- Address
- 2400 R Street NE, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 245-4523
Our take
2.5/5The U.S. National Arboretum suits a child who enjoys looking at plants and exploring public gardens with family. Free admission makes a simple garden visit appealing, and the National Grove of State Trees has the designated picnic area. Keep any picnic within that area.
An organized birthday needs particular caution here: parties require prior approval, and facilities-use applications are not currently being accepted. Treat the gardens as an outing option and resolve permission before planning a celebration. Visits run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with last entry at 4:30 p.m.; the arboretum closes December 25.
Questions to ask U.S. National Arboretum before booking
These eight points decide whether a party works out and what it really costs. It is easiest to go through them in one phone call.
- How many children fit per party, and when does the price go up?
- Is the room private to our group or shared with other guests?
- How long is the package, and when does the clock start?
- Is a host or activity leader included, or do the parents supervise?
- Can we bring our own cake, drinks or food?
- What costs extra: decorations, food, socks, additional adults?
- Until when can we cancel or reschedule for free?
- Is there space for gifts, coats and the parents' waiting time?
FAQ
When can we visit the arboretum?
It is open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., except December 25. Last entry is at 4:30 p.m.
Where can we eat a picnic?
Picnics are allowed only in the National Grove of State Trees picnic area.
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Prices, hours and packages last checked on Oct 21, 2026. Information is provided without guarantee. Please confirm details with the venue before booking.
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