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Airlie Gardens

Botanical garden · Display garden · Wilmington, NC

Coastal gardens in Wilmington with seasonal exhibits and a butterfly house. Admission includes parking; a tram serves visitors who need it.

AdmissionAdults $10

Advance tickets are recommended and may be purchased online.

LocationWilmington, North Carolina

300 Airlie Road, Wilmington, NC 28403

HoursSee published hours below

Check the date you plan to visit. No live opening status.

Visitor notice when checked: Closes early at 4 p.m. on Oct 16 and Nov 27 to Dec 21. Closed Thanksgiving Day and Dec 23 to 26. Check the garden’s current notices.

Hours & admission

Published hours
Open daily 9am to 5pm, last admission 4:30pm. Closed Mondays in January and February. Some days close early at 4pm.
Admission details
General admission $10; New Hanover County residents $5; military $5; children 4 to 12 $3; children 3 and under free. Members free. Resident free day on first Sundays.
Parking
Admission includes parking.
Tickets and reservations
Advance tickets are recommended and may be purchased online.
Contact
910-798-7700
300 Airlie Road
Wilmington, NC 28403

Checked September 29, 2026 · Official visitor source · Hours source

For a future visit, confirm the date, ticket availability and special-event exceptions with the garden.

Access & getting there

Buildings, restrooms and most garden pathways are wheelchair and stroller accessible. A 7-passenger tram runs first come, first served.

Official visitor information

Before you leave

  • Confirm the schedule for your specific date.
  • Check reservations and parking separately.
  • Read the garden’s current visitor notices.
Read the visit checklist