The Bellevue Botanical Garden is 53 acres of cultivated gardens, restored woodlands, and natural wetlands. The living collections showcase more than 3,000 varieties of plants that thrive in the Pacific Northwest. As you explore the Garden, you’ll discover what makes our region unique, ideas for working with the landscape to create your own beautiful garden, and ways to be responsible stewards of the Pacific Northwest environment.
The Bellevue Botanical Garden opened in 1992 and thrives because of strong community support, including a partnership between the city and the Bellevue Botanical Garden Society. The Garden welcomes more than 400,000 visitors a year, making it one of the city’s most popular destinations; the perfect place for a quiet moment to enjoy the beauty of the Northwest.
Garden Etiquette & Guidelines
Please observe the following guidelines to help protect and maintain the Garden for everyone to enjoy.
- Only service animals are allowed in the Garden. Dogs and other pets are not permitted.*
- Leave all flowers, plants, fruits, seeds, and leaves for everyone to enjoy.
- Stay on paths and lawns. Do not walk in plant beds or climb on rocks.
- Bicycles, scooters, rollerblades, and skateboards are not allowed in the Garden. A bicycle rack is available at the Garden entrance.*
- Do not disturb plant labels. If you are curious about a plant, you can find plant information in our plant collection database on our website, BellevueBotanical.org. There are also QR codes throughout the Garden that link to the database.
- To ensure the safety of visitors, please remember that drones are not allowed in the Bellevue Botanical Garden or any City of Bellevue park.
- Families and children are encouraged to enjoy and explore the Garden. Please supervise children at all times. *
*Nearby Wilburton Hill Park is available with space for leashed pets, an off-leash dog area, sporting activities, and a children’s playground.
