Plan Your Visit

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"To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow."

― Audrey Hepburn

Hours of Operation Monday-Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM

COX ARBORETUM AND GARDENS IS CLOSED MEMORIAL DAY, LABOR DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY, CHRISTMAS DAY, & NEW YEAR’S DAY.

Step into a living museum of rare and remarkable trees at Cox Arboretum and Gardens in Canton, Georgia. Spanning 13 acres, our gardens showcase species from more than 51 countries—including one of the largest conifer collections in North America. Whether you’re joining a guided tour, exploring at your own pace, or attending one of our garden picnics or dinners, each visit offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature, discover extraordinary trees, and experience the legacy of conservation. We welcome plant lovers, families, and curious minds of all ages—come wander, learn, and enjoy a meal surrounded by beauty.

Get your tickets today and explore the gardens! All guests are required to reserve a timed-entry ticket online prior to visiting.

Visit Our Garden

What to Know

Guided tours are interactive, discussion based, and last about 90 minutes

MEET YOUR DOCENT GUIDE OUTSIDE THE FRONT GATES

Please note that, due to the historic nature of the property, some areas may present challenges to those in wheelchairs, or who have difficulty walking or climbing sloped terrain.

Garden Map

COX ARBORETUM AND GARDENS IS A PRIVATE ESTATE WITH CHANGING ELEVATIONS AND CERTAIN UNEVEN WALKWAYS AND STAIRWAYS. DAYTIME VISITORS ARE PERMITTED ONLY ON PAVED WALKWAYS, MULCHED TRAILS, AND MOWED LAWN AREAS. NIGHTTIME SPECIAL EVENT VISITORS SHOULD USE ONLY DESIGNATED PAVED WALKWAYS. PLEASE DO NOT CLIMB IN, ON, OR OVER ANY WALLS, FOUNTAINS, PONDS, WATER FEATURES, OR WATERFALLS, ROPED-OFF AREAS, OR TREES OR ANY OTHER PLANTS, AND ALWAYS USE CAUTION FOR A SAFE AND ENJOYABLE VISIT.