US National Arboretum

 
 

Tram Tours
 
-- Public Tours Available Weekends and Holidays --
-- Private Tours Available Upon Request --

Tram Season ends on October 17th

Tram - On the Grounds


 
The tram is a professionally driven, taped tour, which highlights the 446 acres of the U.S. National Arboretum’s gardens, collections and natural areas. Our 48-passenger open air tram is equipped to accommodate two wheelchair users. It also features a convenient storage bay for strollers and other carry-on items.

During the 40-minute non-stop ride, you will hear an informative, taped narrative about the Arboretum, its history, mission, and research, and the display gardens and collections. Please allow time at the conclusion of your tour for an in-depth visit to some of the collections.

 


Public Tours Information
  Public Tours run Weekends and Holidays Only mid-April through mid-October.
Tour Hours: 10:30 a.m. (Only available if not previously reserved.  Please call prior if you are planning to take this tour.)
11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
Tickets: On sale at the ticket kiosk located in the parking lot near the R Street Gate.
Tickets must be purchased the day of the tour. Gift Certificates are available.
Ticket Prices:
Adults
FONA & NBF members and Seniors
Children aged 4-16
Children under 4
$4.00
$3.00
$2.00
Free (must share a seat with adult if tram is full).
*** Refunds are not given unless the U.S. National Arboretum cancels the tour.


Private Tours Information
  Reserve a private tour for your club, organization, society or group.
Private tours may be scheduled on weekdays throughout year. Saturday 10:30 a.m. tours may be scheduled between Mid April and Mid October.
Boxed lunches can be provided upon request for an additional fee.
Tour Hours:

The tour must be reserved at least 3 weeks in advance. Tours may be scheduled on weekdays between
9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. The 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning tour can be scheduled from mid-April to mid- October.

Tickets: Reservations are needed for the private tours. Contact the Administrative Technician. Contact information below.
Ticket Prices: $125.00
Payment must be made at least 2 weeks prior to the date of the reserved tour by cash, check, or money order in U.S. dollars. Gift Certificates are available. Refunds are not given unless the U.S. National Arboretum cancels the tour.

To reserve the tram for your group or for more information, please contact:

Attn: Administrative Technician
3501 New York Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 245-4544
Fax: (202) 447-2811
tram@ars.usda.gov

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