How Much Does It Cost To Get Into Longwood Gardens?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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General Admission Christmas Admission
Adults


$25


$30

Seniors (Ages 62+)


$22


$27
College Student (with valid ID) $22 $27 Youth (Ages 5-18) $13 $16

Do you have to pay to get into Longwood Gardens?

All Longwood guests, including photographers, videographers, and artists,

must purchase general admission tickets or be active Members

to obtain entry.

What is the best time to visit Longwood Gardens?

The gardens are open 365 days a year, but the best times to visit are either

mid-April through mid-October

or during the holiday season. Christmas is a magical time to visit Longwood Gardens.

Can non members visit Longwood Gardens?


GUESTS not included in a Membership require a timed admission ticket

. We cannot accommodate a Member’s request for tickets if we are sold out. You may also upgrade your Membership to a level that allows you to bring guests any time you visit the Gardens.

Is Longwood Gardens open to members?

From Member Appreciation Days to exclusive Members-

only hours

, Members can enjoy the Gardens during all five of our seasons.

How much is parking at Longwood Gardens?

Longwood Gardens is located on US Route 1, about 3 miles northeast of Kennett Square, PA. Longwood is an easy drive and

offers free parking!

Is it safe to go to Longwood Gardens?

Keeping

Our Gardens A Safe Place to Visit

We are continuing our cleaning protocols and offering hand sanitizer stations throughout the Gardens and recommend that you continue to follow CDC guidelines regarding masks.

How long is the Longwood Gardens light show?

Before or after the

30-minute show

, stroll through the five-acre garden for a nighttime experience evoking old world charm.

Is Longwood Gardens better at night?


Nightscape is at night

.

Darkness is required to fully enjoy Nightscape. Each month viewing start times vary: in August, optimal viewing begins at 9:00 pm; in September, optimal viewing begins at 8:00 pm; in October, optimal viewing begins at 7:00 pm. The Gardens close at 11:00 pm.

Can you eat at Longwood Gardens?

Dine at Longwood Gardens

Visit The Café for an à la carte menu suitable for the whole family, or visit our

Beer Garden for pizza and BBQ

, weather permitting. 1906 offers a full-service dining experience—advance reservations recommended.

How many acres Longwood Gardens?

About Longwood Gardens

Today, Longwood Gardens is one of the world’s great horticultural displays, encompassing

1,100 acres

of dazzling gardens, woodlands, meadows, fountains, 10,010-pipe Aeolian organ and 4.5-acre conservatory.

What time are the fountain shows at Longwood Gardens?

Daily fountain performances are at

11:15 am, 1:15, 3:15, and 5:15 pm

. Evening hours on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays include a 7:15 pm performance and a 30-minute illuminated performance at 9:15 pm, set to a variety of musical genres.

Where is Longwood Garden in America?

Longwood Gardens The Italian Water Garden at Longwood Gardens Location

Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

, United States
Coordinates 39°52′11′′N 75°40′43′′W Area 1,077 acres (436 ha)

Is Longwood Gardens open year round?


Year-round

in the Gardens

There is something to discover every day of the year at Longwood. Our Indoor Children’s Garden is home to a creative crew of garden residents, innovative water features, and an amazing palette of plants to inspire imaginations of all ages.

Who owns Longwood?

Redman heads Longwood Gardens Inc., an operating foundation supported by the $700 million asset Longwood Foundation set up by Gardens

founder Pierre S. du Pont

, who led the DuPont Co. from 1915 to 1919 and reorganized General Motors Corp.

When did Longwood Gardens reopen?

According to Longwood’s website: “On

Thursday, June 18

, we’ll open our garden gates on a limited, non-public basis for our members only.

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