PLAN YOUR FAMILY VISIT
Visit our “garden of ideas”
cultivated to sustain the body, enchant the eye, and soothe the spirit.
Hours
Dawn to Dusk, 365 days a year
Free and Open to the Public
Office Hours
Monday through Friday,
8:30 am to noon and 1:00 to 4:30 pm.
Contact
Visitor Policies
We are delighted to welcome all people to explore and enjoy our grounds and gardens. For the safety of our visitors, as well as to preserve the Scott Arboretum & Gardens, the following policies apply when visiting.
- Picnicking is permitted, but please carry out all trash.
- Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a leash at all times. (Swarthmore Borough Ordinance: 949.608.02)
- Photography for personal use is encouraged. Photo shoots require permits.
- Do not pick or collect plants, flowers, or labels.
- Please refrain from climbing on trees or shrubs and standing or walking in garden beds.
- Small motorized vehicles are not permitted on campus (e-scooters, hoverboards, & e-skateboards) Electric mobility aids for individuals with disabilities are permitted on campus.
We are delighted to welcome all people to explore and enjoy our grounds and gardens. For the safety of our visitors, as well as to preserve the Scott Arboretum, the following policies apply when visiting.
- Picnicking is permitted, but please carry out all trash.
- Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a leash at all times. (Swarthmore Borough Ordinance: 949.608.02)
- Photography for personal use is encouraged. Photo shoots require permits.
- Do not pick or collect plants, flowers, or labels.
- Please refrain from climbing on trees or shrubs and standing or walking in garden beds.
- Small motorized vehicles are not permitted on campus (e-scooters, hoverboards, & e-skateboards) Electric mobility aids for individuals with disabilities are permitted on campus.
Directions
Travel by Car
From the Airport
- Take PA-291 W, S Sellers Ave, Morton Ave and Swarthmore Ave to Elm Ave in Swarthmore
- Continue on Elm Ave. Drive to College Ave
- Find parking near our location: 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081
Public Transit Options
SEPTA Regional Rail
- Take SEPTA‘s Media/Wawa line, Swarthmore station.
- Walk up the hill on the tree-lined Magill Walk
- Turn right in front of Parrish Hall at the top of the hill
- Proceed past the library to the Arboretum headquarters.
SEPTA Bus Route
- The SEPTA bus route 109, 69th Street Terminal to Chester, has a bus stop at Chester Rd (Route 320) and College Ave.
- After departing from the bus, walk up the hill (College Ave.) to the Arboretum Offices on your left.
Parking
Street Parking
- Cedar Lane
- College Avenue
Event Parking
Scott Arboretum signs will be posted before the events start to direct visitors to the appropriate parking lot; walking signs will direct people to the correct building.
Scavenger Hunts
You can always find a Scott Arboretum & Gardens Scavenger Hunt in our brochure box outside of the Cunningham house. These scavenger hunts are edited seasonally based on our ever changing gardens. Grab a scavenger hunt and a pencil and start your adventure in our gardens!
Tips for Arboretum Family Fun
Learn about areas of the Scott Arboretum & Gardens perfect for bringing family and friends to explore.
Note: Discovery Guides are only available during the summer. Please enjoy the seasonal scavenger hunts and coloring bookmarks.
Scott Saplings
For Scott Associates Members: Scott Saplings is a FREE club for youth members of the Scott Arboretum from age 0 to 18.