Facility Access Information

Main Entrance
Wide curb breaks from the parking lot to the main building. Then flat surface into the garden.
Accessible Entrance
10901 Old Cutler Road.
Main Entrance is accessible from the parking lot and disabled spaces.
Wheelchairs Available
For loan at the main entrance and at all entrances during a festival.
Accessible Restrooms
Some restrooms are accessible
Accessible Restroom Location
Visitor Center and adjacent to Garden House
Service Animals
Allowed
Sitting Area Location
Tram Plaza and at benches located throughout the Garden
Tours and Scheduled Programs
Description
For All Visitors:
Narrated tram tours of the Garden are given year round. Each tram can accommodate two wheelchairs. Trams are low rise and a step up platform is available. Tours are part of admission and reservations are needed only for groups.
Alzheimer's
Plants and People: An Interactive Garden. Early to mid stage Alzheimer's patients are invited to spend a wonderful afternoon in the garden. They are treated to lunch and an exclusive, interactive tram tour. We offer this free of charge to participants. Dates for 2011 are: January 31, February 19 and 29, March 21 and 26, April 11 and 16, May 2 and 16.
Our Access Programs Use
Verbal Description Tours
Information about Programs and Upcoming Exhibits
You can find out about our regular and accessible programs from
Julie Dow, Visitor Services Manager, 305-667-1651, ext. 3328, jdow@fairchildgarden.org
Media
Media showcasing programs available for visitors with disabilities
http://ftg.org/WhatsNews/#GUID=http://www.fairchildgarden.org/rss/FTBG-PlantsandPeopleAnInteractiveGardenProgram-Gallery.xml
Zip
33156
Phone
305-667-1651
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden welcomes visitors of all ages to our 83-acre tropical paradise of plants from around the world. We will make every effort to make your visit as enjoyable as possible. If you have any questions or needs during your visit please do not hesitate to ask one of our staff members or volunteers.