Become a Member / Buy Gift Memberships
As a Garden member, you’ll enjoy many exclusive benefits including unlimited free admission to one of the most diverse plant collections in North America! Plus, your membership supports the Garden’s vital research, plant conservation efforts, and educational programs for visitors of all ages.
Digital Membership
Your digital membership card will arrive by email within three (3) business days. If you would like to visit the Garden before then, please check-in at the kiosk entrance when you arrive. Your membership status will be available and allow you immediate entry.
- Please note that all memberships default to a digital membership unless you choose otherwise.
- If you do not have an email address or prefer to receive a paper card, please choose the blue box on the membership sign-up form that says “I prefer a paper membership card.”
Gift Membership
To purchase a Gift Membership, select the level below and click “Join/Renew.” On the purchase page, check the box next to “This Membership is a Gift.” The system will prompt you to fill in your gift recipient’s information, and we will email the Membership information, including a Welcome email, directly to the recipient.
Individual – $75 one year / $135 two year
- All of the Benefits as specified on the Benefits Page.
- Unlimited free admission for one adult during regular Garden hours
- Two free one-time guest passes (for general admission only)
- 100% tax deductible
Individual Senior Rate – $70
Seniors ages 65 and over qualify for a discount on the Individual level only.
- All of the Benefits as specified on the Benefits Page.
- Unlimited free admission for one adult during regular Garden hours
- Two free one-time guest passes (for general admission only)
- 100% tax deductible
Family – $95 one year / $175 two year
- All of the Benefits as specified on the Benefits Page.
- Unlimited free admission for two adults (two cardholders) and up to four children under age 18 during regular Garden hours
- Four (total) free one-time guest passes (for general admission only)
- 100% tax deductible
Family Plus – $160 one year / $290 two year – Our Best Value!
Our Best Value! Visit over 1000 museums and gardens for free!
- All of the Benefits as specified on the Benefits Page.
- Unlimited free admission for four adults (two cardholders+ two guests) and up to four children under age 18 during regular Garden hours
- Four (total) free one-time guest passes (for general admission only)
- Membership in the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM) and the Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM) offering free admission and benefits at over 670 participating US and Canadian museums. (Download NARM list) (Download ROAM list)
- 100% tax deductible
Patron – $500
- All of the Benefits as specified on the Benefits Page, plus NARM and ROAM reciprocal privileges (see Family Plus)
- Unlimited free admission for four adults (two cardholders + two guests) and up to four children under age 18 during regular Garden hours
- Four (total) free one-time guest passes (for general admission only)
- Invitation for two to the annual Director’s Reception
- 100% tax deductible
Director’s Circle – $1,000
- All of the Benefits as specified on the Benefits Page, plus NARM and ROAM reciprocal privileges (see Family Plus)
- Unlimited free admission for four adults (two cardholders + two guests) and up to four children under age 18 during regular Garden hours
- Four (total) free one-time guest passes (for general admission only)
- Invitation for two to the annual Director’s Reception
- Providing support and leadership for the Garden’s future
- Two free one-time passes for concerts in the Redwood Grove
- Private docent-led tour of the Garden for up to ten guests
- $900 tax deductible
Cal Affiliates
Current UCB Student – $15
- All of the Benefits as specified on the Benefits Page.
- Unlimited free admission for one adult during regular Garden hours
- Two free one-time guest passes (for general admission only)
- 100% tax deductible
Only current UC Berkeley Students are eligible for this rate. NOTE: Before you receive your membership packet the Garden will verify your affiliation status.
UCB Individual – $60 one year / $110 two year
- All of the Benefits as specified on the Benefits Page.
- Unlimited free admission for one adult during regular Garden hours
- Two free one-time guest passes (for general admission only)
- 100% tax deductible
UC Berkeley Affiliates are eligible for these lower rates: If you are a current UCB or LBNL staff, faculty or student, UCBG Volunteer, Cal Alumni Association member, UC Retirement Center member, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute member you qualify for these rates. NOTE: Before you receive your membership packet the Garden will verify your affiliation status.
UCB Family – $80 one year / $150 two year
- All of the Benefits as specified on the Benefits Page.
- Unlimited free admission for two adults (two cardholders) and up to four children under age 18 during regular Garden hours
- Four (total) free one-time guest passes (for general admission only)
- 100% tax deductible
UC Berkeley Affiliates are eligible for these lower rates: If you are a current UCB or LBNL staff, faculty or student, UCBG Volunteer, Cal Alumni Association member, UC Retirement Center member, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute member you qualify for these rates. NOTE: Before you receive your membership packet the Garden will verify your affiliation status.