Plan Your Visit to Calder Gardens

Hours

Wednesday–Monday, 11am – 5pm
Members-only hour, 10 – 11am

Tickets

Adults: $18
Seniors: $16
College students (with valid ID): $5
Youth (13–18): $5
12 and under: Free

Ways to Save

Members: Free (Become a Member)
Philadelphia teachers (K–12): Free
ACCESS/EBT/Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders: Free
Art for All Community Pass holders: Free
Active-duty US service members and family: Free from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day

Walks

Our In-Depth Contemplation Walks invite participants on a reflective journey through the different indoor and outdoor areas of Calder Gardens. Each 45-minute walk unfolds uniquely, shaped by the perspectives of those present and the ever-changing atmosphere of the site.

Held daily at 11:30am & 1:30pm, walks are $30 ($15 for members) and include admission; capacity is limited. Book tickets. Private walks are also available.

Additionally, we offer other ways to deepen your experience at Calder Gardens. Please ask the front desk staff for more information at the time of your visit.

Know Before You Go

At Calder Gardens, art, nature, and architecture aren’t just things to observe—they’re things to feel. It’s a space designed for personal contemplation, quiet curiosity, and the open-ended experience of Alexander Calder’s work.

What should you know about your visit?

General Guidelines

We ask that everyone be respectful of one another, the artwork, and our facility as we work together to provide a safe, inspiring environment. Calder Gardens will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or any behavior that is abusive, offensive, or unwelcome; anyone in violation of these standards will be asked to leave.

Weapons, sharp objects, and other items that may disturb the peace are not allowed at Calder Gardens.

Please leave large bags at home unless needed for accessibility reasons. Lockers are available in our main lobby on a first-come, first-served basis. Lockers measure 19 x 11 x 19 inches.

Food and drink are not allowed in the galleries.

Our smoke-free and vape-free space offers fresh air for all.

Viewing the Art

Photos and Sketching

Family Amenities

Accessibility

Calder Gardens welcomes all visitors. Our facility is designed to offer a wide range of accommodations and services, highlighted below. For a more complete listing, see Accessibility.

To request accommodations or learn more about our services, contact us at info@caldergardens.org or 215.278.7250.

Wheelchairs
Our facility is fully accessible to standard-size wheelchairs. A limited number of wheelchairs are available on-site; no reservations are required.

Restrooms
Restrooms are located on the lower level, accessible by elevator. Restrooms are all gender and have wheelchair-accessible stalls and baby-changing stations.

Parking
We do not have on-site parking facilities. Passenger drop-off is located on 22nd Street between the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Vine Street Expressway. The accessible drop-off point is about 350 feet from the main entrance.

The closest accessible parking spots are located in the Franklin Institute garage at 271 North 21st Street. Parking is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Assistive Listening Devices
Assistive listening devices (ALDs) are available free of charge by request from our staff.

Service Animals
We welcome service animals, including those in training. Emotional support animals, pets, and any other animals are not permitted.

Personal Care Assistants
Personal care assistants (PCAs) receive complimentary admission when accompanying a visitor to Calder Gardens. For advance tickets, email info@caldergardens.org or call 215.278.7250 to request a complimentary ticket for a PCA.

Free Admission
We offer free admission to ACCESS/EBT/Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders, including individuals receiving medical assistance only.

Getting Here

Calder Gardens is located at 2100 Benjamin Franklin Parkway in the heart of Philadelphia. Get directions.

How are you coming to Calder Gardens?

By Car or Rideshare

Passenger drop-off is located on 22nd Street between the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Vine Street Expressway. The accessible drop-off point is about 350 feet from the main entrance.

Calder Gardens does not have on-site parking facilities. The closest accessible parking spots are located in the Franklin Institute garage at 271 North 21st Street. Parking is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

By Public Transportation

By Bike

Shopping and Dining

The Calder Gardens Shop offers a selection of books, prints, and gifts.

We have no on-site dining, but many options are available nearby, including the Barnes Foundation’s Garden Restaurant and Reflections Café.