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First Saturday Guided Tours at the UCSC Arboretum in Santa Cruz

📅 Next: Sat, Feb 6, 2027 · 11:00 AM
Where: UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden · 120 Arboretum Rd., Santa Cruz, CA · Directions ↗
Price: FREE

Discover the stunning beauty of the UCSC Arboretum & Botanic Garden on a guided tour! Led by our docents, you’ll explore our world-class plant collections and learn about our history, our unique Mediterranean climate, and the work we do to conserve and display the world’s incredible biodiversity of plants. When: First Saturday of every month Cost: Free with paid admission (Members get in free!) Reserve your spot(s) by registering on our website at: forms.gle/767hWuW9JpAuRiwD9 Walk-ins are welcome. Please note that registration forms are updated the Tuesday after the previous tour. Consider becoming a member! Membership includes free admission, local nursery discounts, and reciprocal entry to 345+ gardens nationwide. For more information, please visit our website.

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