New England Botanic Garden Day Trip from Boston
Overview
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill in Boylston, Massachusetts. Explore 171 acres of vibrant seasonal gardens, peaceful walking trails, and scenic views overlooking the Wachusett Reservoir at your own pace in a relaxing natural setting.
This self-guided day trip includes round-trip transportation from Boston, making it a convenient and stress-free way to visit one of Massachusetts' most beautiful garden destinations. Travel by commuter rail and shuttle, then enjoy ample time to discover the gardens before returning to Boston.
What's Included
- Van transportation from the Grafton MBTA station to the gardens and bac
- MBTA Commuter Rail Weekend Pass is included
- Admission Fee to the New England Botanic Gardens
- Meals
Meeting and Pickup
1 Pine Street
North Grafton, MA 01536, USA
You will take the train from South Station to the Grafton MBTA Station. We will provide you with instructions on what train to take upon booking.
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
11 French Dr, Boylston, Massachusetts 01505, United States
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-444395P10
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Van transportation from the Grafton MBTA station to the gardens and bac.
- MBTA Commuter Rail Weekend Pass is included.
- Admission Fee to the New England Botanic Gardens.
- Meals.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the New England Botanic Garden Day Trip from Boston is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for New England Botanic Garden Day Trip from Boston will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Van transportation from the Grafton MBTA station to the gardens and bac
- MBTA Commuter Rail Weekend Pass is included
- Admission Fee to the New England Botanic Gardens
- Meals
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
