Outdoor
Nature
Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden)
Jurassic Park filming location with ancient trees in a spectacular valley garden
Ages
5–18+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~2hrs
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
Outdoor
A spectacular botanical garden in a lush valley on Kauai south shore that was used as a filming location for Jurassic Park. The guided tour takes you through themed garden rooms with massive Moreton Bay fig trees, exotic tropical plants, and water features. Kids recognize the Jurassic Park trees immediately and the scale of the ancient trees is genuinely impressive. The valley setting with the stream running through it is beautiful. The McBryde Garden next door offers self-guided tours through a larger area. Reservations are required for both.
Pricing
Guided tour ~$60/person, kids 6-12 ~$30 (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden) cost?
- Admission to Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden) is paid. Guided tour ~$60/person, kids 6-12 ~$30 (verify)
- What ages is Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden) good for?
- Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden) is best for kids ages 5 to 18+.
- Is Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden) stroller friendly?
- No, Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden) is not considered stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden)?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden).
- How hard is Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden)?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 2 hours.
- Is Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden) free?
- No, Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden) costs paid.
- What should I bring to Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden)?
- Walking shoes, bug spray, camera, rain jacket
- How long does Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden) take?
- Most families spend about 2 hours at Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden).
- When is the best time to visit Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden)?
- Year-round. Book guided tours in advance.
- Is there parking at Allerton Garden (National Tropical Botanical Garden)?
- Parking at the visitors center. Shuttle to the garden.