Garden Tours · USA
Conservatories the size of aircraft hangars, desert collections and the Tidal Basin in April. These 15 are priced by admission, with the seasonal ones dated and the year-round glasshouses marked.
Visit two Seattle Center icons in one day. Ride the Space Needle elevator for city, Puget Sound, and mountain views, then explore eight Chihuly galleries, a glasshouse, and garden. The ticket costs $67, includes an audio tour and digital photos, and is self-guided.
“Easy to use, the combo ticket was worth the price.”
Visit Seattle’s Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass at your own pace on the same day. Ride to the 520-foot observation deck for views of downtown, Puget Sound, and Mount Rainier, then explore eight galleries, a 40-foot Glasshouse, seasonal gardens, demonstrations, and digital photos.
“Great experience. Bring a camera and take lots of pictures. Revolving glass floor is very interesting.”
Spend about six hours touring Washington DC by air-conditioned coach, with walks at the Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, White House, MLK Memorial, and more. A seasonal Potomac cruise adds a pleasant change of pace, while winter brings extra memorial stops. Upgrades include the Washington Monument, museums, and Capitol entry.
“Good way to see a lot of monuments and buildings in a short time. Our driver went the extra mile and took me back for something I forgot. Our guide was very knowledgeable and great to talk to.”
Walk Princeville Botanical Gardens with guides such as Troy, Lauren, Zoe, or Heidi, tasting tropical fruit, honey, cacao nibs, and at least five single-origin chocolates. Expect stairs, hills, loose gravel, and rain-or-shine conditions. Walking sticks, umbrellas, and bug spray are provided.
“The garden was beautiful, our guide equal parts informative and entertaining. Highly recommend. But use insect repellent. My daughter spent the next day in bed with cortisone cream treating over 30 mosquito bites.”
Set sail from Maalaea Harbor aboard the Malolo catamaran for an afternoon snorkel at Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. Your captain chooses the site by ocean conditions. Expect gear, flotation aids, a hot dog lunch, whale watching in season, and a friendly English-speaking crew.
“beautiful and Joe is an amazing photographer. wonderful crew. loved the experience”
Spend a full day at Busch Gardens Williamsburg with unlimited access to European-themed villages, major roller coasters, family rides, live shows, shops, and restaurants. Upgrade to a two or three-day option with Water Country USA. Tickets are mobile, date-specific, seasonal, and do not include food, drinks, or parking.
“LOVED IT!! Appreciated the discount as again we had to purchase 10 tickets--7 adults. We were only able to purchase 9 tickets with Viator, but we bought all the adult tickets and two children's tickets at a very good savings. The family Loved Busch Gardens and we also went early in the week and didn't have to worry about the lines. We went mid-June. Great Park!”
You’ll ride with an English-speaking guide through narrow mangrove channels, using two-way headsets to hear about Everglades wildlife, plants, culture, and history. Guides such as Gene, Brian, Riley, and Ralph have earned warm praise. The package also includes the Everglades City Boardwalk, but you must drive between sites.
“I had a really young guide who gave us the option of having a slow ride or a fast ride. We chose fast, it was so much fun.”
Board the 55-foot Malolo at Maalaea Harbor for a three-hour afternoon snorkel at Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. The captain chooses the calmer site, and the crew supplies gear, instruction, flotation aids, lunch, and drinks. You may also spot whales from December through April.
“The reef at Molokini was a bit underwhelming. The ride over and back was nice and we did see whales going both ways. The event says hot dogs for lunch, which we looked forward to. The menu was changed and Turkey sandwiches were offered. When we let the crew know we were unhappy they did microwave some hotdogs for us, which was nice. We still would have preferred the grilled hotdogs which were advertised. Overall it was a fun experience and we would return”
Spend about 10 hours crossing the Big Island from Kona or Kohala to Waipio Valley, Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. The highlight is a swim beneath 120-foot Kulaniapia Falls when conditions allow. Guides such as Derek, Dreu, and Stephen add island stories along the way.
“A great way to see a big part of the Island. Highligts were the botanical guarden and a fantastic swim in a waterfall. Our guide Dreu was fun, knowledgeable and entertaining and told os facts and stories about the island, which made the longer rides feel much shorter.”
Spend 5.5 hours with a small group exploring Kilauea, steam vents, Halema'uma'u Crater, Thurston Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road, Rainbow Falls, Big Island Candies, and Lili'uokalani Gardens. Guides such as Jill, Josh, and Julie share local stories, geology, and practical help.
“This was a great experience. Jill, our tour guide was very knowledgeable and responsive to our wants and needs. She has lived in Hilo her whole life and gave us her perspective on the volcano’s impact on the community. Plus showed us hidden gems once we were in the park. The coach was new and lovely. She allowed us time to explore and gave us great suggestions for meals. Don’t miss the Kula shaved ice in Hilo it was the perfect end to a perfect day”
Visit Chihuly Garden and Glass beside Seattle’s Space Needle. Explore eight galleries, the 40-foot Glasshouse, and an outdoor garden filled with glass sculpture. Your ticket includes an English audio tour, digital photo download, Gallery Talks, and access to live glass demonstrations when scheduled.
“The visit to Chihuly Garden and Glass was absolutely fantastic! The vibrant colors and intricate designs of the glass sculptures left us in awe at every turn. As we wandered through the lush gardens, the interplay of light and shadow created a mesmerizing atmosphere. Each installation seemed to tell its own story, drawing us deeper into the artist's imaginative world. By the end of the day, we felt inspired and grateful for the opportunity to experience such breathtaking artistry.”
Join Martin Sinderman of Savannah Sidewalk Tours for a small-group, English-language walk through Savannah’s Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil sites. Over about 2 hours 15 minutes, you’ll connect the book and film to Jim Williams, Johnny Mercer, Joe Odom, Minerva, and Savannah history.
“Our Group was Ashanti Too Book Club and we were celebrating our 20th Anniversary as a club. Our book for the month was Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil. Martin our tour guide did an excellent job. The stories, sites and the squares were so interesting. He kept the pace of the tour so well with a built in break at a cafe/store. I highly recommend Martin and this tour. It was just enough walking we had a couple in our group with walking issues but they did extremely well.”
Spend a full day at the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx, just 20 minutes from Grand Central by Metro-North. Your All-Garden Pass covers 250 acres, 50 gardens, the Haupt Conservatory, tram tour, Mertz Library Building, and seasonal exhibitions such as Van Gogh’s Flowers.
“Buying tickets via GYG is highly recommended. Got a steep discount compared to the official website for NYBG.”
Spend 30 minutes to four hours exploring George Washington’s Mount Vernon, its gardens, tomb, museum, and Potomac views. The Grounds Pass includes self-guided access, with Mansion entry separate. On weekends from April through October, visit the nearby gristmill and distillery too.
“Mount Vernon was beautiful! We were able to take the Hamilton tour. I don’t remember the tour guide name, but he was very knowledgeable a true historian! And all honesty everyone there or historians young and old they knew their stuff it’s amazing how so many people in so much history is connected with Mount Vernon!”
Spend a full day at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with major coasters, African animal habitats, family rides, and optional Serengeti Safari access. Choose from single-park, multi-day, dining, and select transportation options. Tickets arrive on your phone and work for direct entry at the gate.
“The Kangaroos were my favorite part of this experience”
Pick a season, a palace or a glasshouse.
