Wedding Information at Tucson Botanical Gardens

As a tranquil urban oasis in the heart of Tucson, Tucson Botanical Gardens strives to be a place that touches people's hearts and minds. Founded in 1964 by horticulturist Harrison G. Yocum, Tucson Botanical Gardens is actually a collection of 16 botanical gardens. Today Tucson Botanical Gardens have become a perfect venue for wedding. Surely the gardens will meet the highest standards of performance.

Virtual tours of the gardens start from here:

Tucson Botanical Gardens Homepage

http://www.tucsonbotanical.org/

Tucson Botanical Gardens boasts five gorgeous venues to accommodate your wedding ceremony and receptions. Their rates vary accordingly. Evening rates is much more expensive than daytime rates. To help you get fully informed, we'll unveil the five wedding venues and their respective rates on this article.

Porter Hall & Reception Garden

The historic Porter Hall is a graceful hall of 693 sq ft featuring beamed ceilings, wood floors, a lovely glassed-in porch as well as a decorative fireplace. The Alice Holsclaw Reception Garden is just adjacent to Porter Hall. The picturesque garden with water feature, trees and vine covered gazebo makes a perfect backdrop for wedding!

For your wedding receptions, the garden can supply 60 inch round dining tables, 6 and 8 foot banquet tables, a 48 inch round cake table, white padded folding chairs as well as set-up and tear-down. The premier catering is offered by Acacia. They use all natural and sustainable ingredients to make award winning cuisine. And their cocktail tastes really good.

Evening wedding rates at Porter Hall & Reception Garden are $1900. The venues are available from 3:30pm to 10:30pm and can accommodate up to 120 guests. Daytime wedding rates at Porter Hall & Reception Garden are $1200. Yet daytime ceremony and receptions are only available on Sundays. And the venues can only hold a maximum of 50 guests. Wedding parties can be arranged in changing areas at a cost of $200. Place your reservation when booking at the time of booking rental.

Take a snapshot of Porter Hall & Reception Garden by visiting:

Porter Hall & Reception Garden

http://www.tucsonbotanical.org/rentals/porterhall/

SAHBA Pavilion

SAHBA Pavilion has got roomy space under a covered Ramada. The large open air space is terrific for staged events, all sorts of parties and wedding ceremonies of course. SAHBA Pavilion is available from 8:30am-4:30pm during daytime and from 3:30pm-10:30pm on evenings. The daytime rate is $550. And the evening rate can be as much as $1100. From October thru April, you can treat your guests a bonus visit to Butterfly Magic at the cost of $5 each!

For additional info on SAHBA Pavilion, click here:

SAHBA Pavilion

http://www.tucsonbotanical.org/rentals/pavilion/

Xeriscape Garden Patios

Xeriscape Garden Patios is peaceful outdoor garden featuring lush desert landscapes and several ramadas. Cafe style tables and chairs are offered in Xeriscape Garden. It's perfect for both casual and formal events. The evening rate (3:30pm-10:30pm) is $1100. Xeriscape Garden is available in daytime from May 20 to September 1. The daytime rate (8:30am-4:30pm) is $450.

Take a sneak peek into Xeriscape Garden Patios by visiting:

Xeriscape Garden Patios

http://www.tucsonbotanical.org/rentals/xeriscapegarden/

Educational Building

The Educational Building is perfect for your wedding parties and retreats. The room is complete with 8 six-foot tables, 50 chairs, a small kitchen, audio/visual screen as well as outdoor patio. Educational Building can hold up to 50 guests. Daytime rental from 8:30am-4:30pm costs $400. The evening rate (3:30pm-10:30pm) is $500. And it only costs you $200 to make Educational Building your wedding changing room!

For additional info on Educational Building, click here:

Educational Building

http://www.tucsonbotanical.org/rentals/educationbuilding/

Founders Room

Founders Room can be turned into a wedding changing room as well if you like. The cost is $200. It need to be booked in advance. Founders Room is located in one of the oldest buildings in Tucson Botanical Gardens overlooking Xeriscape Garden. It is perfect for an intimate meeting or dining. Founders Room can accommodate up to 12 guests with large dining table and generous serving space. The room is available during daytime only.

For further info, please visit:

Founders Room

http://www.tucsonbotanical.org/rentals/foundersroo/

Questions regarding to wedding at Tucson Botanical Gardens? You can contact the garden at 520.326.9686 or send your inquires to info@tucsonbotanical.org. Or you may want to pay a previous visit to the garden. Its street address is offered below:

Tucson Botanical Gardens

2150 N. Alvernon Way

Tucson, Arizona 85712