Butterfly Pavilion

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Hours and Prices

Regular Hours for Butterfly Pavilion:
Open Tuesday through Sunday.
First timed entry: 10:15 a.m.
Last timed entry: 5:00 p.m.

Closed:
From September 2 through October 1, 2019, for annual maintenance.
Mondays
December 25

Ticket Prices for Butterfly Pavilion:
Adults (13-59): $7.50
Seniors (60+): $7
Children (2 to 12): $6.50
Tuesdays: Free
Timed entry tickets are required for the Butterfly Pavilion, including Free Tuesdays. Tuesday tickets are available only onsite at the Butterfly Ticket Desk.

Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more with at least a two-week advanced reservation. Call 202-633-7516 for details.

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Did you know?

There are about 300 butterflies in the Pavilion.

A Tropical Oasis

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Stroll among butterflies & beautiful blooming plants in this tropical oasis. Butterflies fly freely around the Pavilion, landing on plants and sometimes people.

The Butterfly Pavilion is a brightly lit climate-controlled environment kept at 80 degrees Fahrenheit and 80 percent humidity, making it the ideal home for hundreds of butterflies.

Tickets can be purchased online or in person. All tickets are for a specific entry time beginning at 10:15 a.m. & ending at 5:00 p.m. Get more ticket information (PDF).