NYBG participates in the following courtesy admission and discount programs.
These programs generally provide Grounds-Only access and are not valid for complimentary parking, All-Garden Pass or Special Event access, unless otherwise noted below. In all cases, we recommend you call if you have questions and for help planning your visit.
American Horticultural Society (AHS)
Reciprocal admission is extended to members of the nearly 300 gardens, arboreta, and conservatories that are part of the American Horticultural Society. Active membership card must be presented and will admit the number of individuals covered under the membership. AHS members receive Grounds-Only access.
American Public Gardens Association (APGA)
APGA Individual and Institutional Members are entitled to one free Grounds-Only ticket upon presentation of a valid membership card or institution ID.
Museums Council of New York City (MCNYC)
Two free Grounds-Only tickets are extended to employees of MCNYC institutions. Valid ID Pass is required.
American Alliance of Museums (AAM)
AAM Professional Members receive one free Grounds-Only ticket per visit with valid membership card.
Fordham University
Students, faculty, and employees of Fordham University receive one free Grounds-Only ticket per visit with valid Fordham University ID.
Cool Culture
Cool Culture Family Pass holders receive complimentary All-Garden Pass access for up to five family members per visit with valid Family Pass and photo ID. During the Holiday Train Show®, the pass doesn’t provide access to the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory (Holiday Train Show®) and All Aboard with Thomas & Friends™.
Blue Star Museums
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, we offer complimentary All-Garden Pass access to active duty military, including Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marines, National Guard, and Reserve members, with up to five family members. The military ID holder can either be active duty service member or other dependent family member with the appropriate ID card. The active duty member does not have to be present for family members to use the program, just bring DD Form 1173 ID Card, or DD Form 1173-1 ID Card.
Automobile Association of America (AAA)
AAA members receive $2 off full-price adult All-Garden Pass tickets on weekends and Mondays and $4 on weekdays. Members must provide valid AAA card. Offer available on-site only. Not valid during the Holiday Train Show®.
WNET Channel THIRTEEN Members
THIRTEEN members receive $2 off full-price adult All-Garden Pass tickets. Members must provide valid THIRTEEN membership card. Offer available on-site only. Not valid during the Holiday Train Show®.
The New York Yankees and NYBG Promotional Offer
The New York Yankees and NYBG are partnering to bring you more ways to see the Bronx and save. When you take a Yankee Stadium Tour or visit The New York Botanical Garden, show your ticket from your recent visit and save $5 per ticket at the other institution. Learn more.
