Group Tours

Group Tours & Visits

Private Groups

Private Group tours are available for groups of 12 to 24 visitors. There are 2 types of tours - Volunteer Docent led and Staff led. Please contact our Public Programming team to schedule your tour.
  • Volunteer Docent Led group tours are $5 per person
  • Staff led group tours are $10 per person
  • Picnicking is available by reservation only for tour groups. Please inquire about availability and reservation fees.

School Groups

Group Tours at Leach Botanical Garden

Join us for a guided tour to learn about the diversity of the plant collections and varied habitats of the garden. Guided tours are perfect for groups and organizations looking for a fun and educational experience. Self-guided tours are also available.

We are committed to creating a positive experience for all guests by requiring advance group reservations to help us best accommodate your visit. Everyone in a group of 10 or more will receive a 10% discount on advance ticket purchases. If the entire group is paid for with a single transaction upon arrival at the garden, the 10% discount will also be applied.
Thank you for considering Leach Botanical Garden for your next group outing, we look forward to welcoming you soon!

Guided Tours

Learn about plant collections, garden habitats, and the history of the garden from staff or trained volunteer docents.

-Groups of 5-24 people  

-Approximately one hour

-Staff-led tours are $10 per person

-Volunteer docent-led tours are included in the cost of admission

-One month advance registration required

-Dependent on staff and volunteer availability

Request More Information

Self-Guided Tours

Explore the garden at your own pace with laminated or online maps, or choose from a variety of scavenger hunts (see slider below).

-Groups of 10-24 guests

-Cost is included in the price of admission

-Advance group payment may qualify for a discount

-Two weeks  advance registration required

Request More Information

Picnicking

Include a Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out Picnic with your tour! We offer seasonal use of the Far Meadow Tent or the Covered Arbor for picnics that accompany tours. Chairs and tables are included. Please note: Stand-alone picnics are not available due to our limited facilities.

-One month advance reservations required

-One hour reservations only

-Far Meadow Tent reservation fee: $25. April-October

-Covered Arbor reservation fee:  $50. November-March

Request More Information

Please note: The Stone Cabin portion of the garden tours will not be available until mid-May due to repairs of the cabin's original slate roof.

Self-Guided Garden Tour

This self-guided tour leads guests on a 20-30 minute walk through the Garden. This is a great opportunity to explore the garden and make botanical discoveries!

View Guide Here

Botanical Scavenger Hunt

This self guided tour leads guests on a 20-30 minute walk through the Garden. This is a fun opportunity to learn more about our extensive plant collection.

View Guide Here

John and Lilla Treasure Hunt

This self guided tour leads guests on a historical walk through the Garden. You'll learn more about

View Treasure Hunt

Getting to Leach Botanical Garden

Transportation & Directions

Community Rentals

Enjoy a front row view of the aerial tree walk while nestled among the trees and our pollinator garden.

- 2 Hours
- Up to 25 guests
- Picnicking & drop off catering allowed
- Full Garden photography
- Tables & Chairs
- Power & WiFi

Community Rentals Flyer

Photoshoot/
Proposal

Leach garden offers a proposal/photoshoot package at your choice of outdoor locations including aerial treewalk, east terrace, stone cabin and everything in between.

- 2 Hours
- 8 Guests
- Available Daily
- Full Garden Photography
- Power & WiFi*
- Pre-consultation and coordination

Private Celebration

Our woodland garden along Johnson Creek in Southeast Portland provides a unique and beautiful setting for any event.

- 6 Hours
- Up to 80 guests
- Available Sunday-Friday
- Market Lighting
- Tables and Chairs

*not available at all Garden locations
Inquire About Renting