Butterfly Pavilion

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Exhibit Closed Temporarily

The Butterfly Pavilion and Insect Zoo halls will be closed from September 3, 2023, to October 31, 2023, for annual maintenance. Both halls will reopen on Wednesday, November 1. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Hours and Prices

Regular Hours for Butterfly Pavilion:
Open Tuesday through Saturday
Closed Sunday and Monday
(Changes may occur without notice. Please check at the museum ticket desk.)

First timed entry: 10:15 a.m.
Last timed entry: 4:45 p.m.

Ticket Prices for Butterfly Pavilion:
Adults (13-59): $8.00
Seniors (60+): $7.00
Children (2 to 12): $7.00
Tuesdays: Free
NO REFUNDS, NO EXCHANGES.

- Timed entry tickets are required for the Butterfly Pavilion, including Free Tuesdays.
- Tickets are available ONLY on-site at the Butterfly Pavilion Ticket Desk.

All children under the age of 13 are required to be accompanied by an adult.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tickets and More

Get more details about Butterfly Pavilion policies for tickets, entry times, strollers, and more.

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.