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Where Nature, Art & Culture Connect

Discover 49 acres of serene beauty, hidden stories, and endless discovery in the heart of the Sonoran Desert.

Find Something Blooming Around Every Corner

Every season brings something new to uncover. See what’s flowering now throughout the gardens. 

Happening Now

Beyond the Gardens

Enjoy locally inspired dining, special events, inspiring art, family fun, and unique shopping, all in one unforgettable destination.

Garden Bistro

Open Daily
8am - 2pm

Children's Museum Oro Valley

Tues–Sun
9am - 12:30pm

Current Exhibitions

Open Daily
8am - 2pm

The Shops at Tohono Chul

Open Daily
8am - 2pm

A Living Collection of the Sonoran Desert

Tohono Chul is recognized as both an accredited botanical garden by Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) and a Level II accredited arboretum by ArbNet. These distinctions are awarded to institutions that demonstrate excellence in plant collections, education, public engagement, and conservation while reflecting our ongoing commitment to exceptional horticulture and environmental stewardship.

Explore More Tohono Chul

Discover seasonal highlights, featured experiences, and some of the many ways to explore our desert oasis.

Founded in 1985 by Dick and Jean Wilson, Tohono Chul was created to inspire a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Sonoran Desert. Today, that vision lives on through our commitment to conservation, education, art, and community, fostering curiosity and stewardship for generations to come.

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