Due to a large-scale expansion project, the exhibits building is CLOSED and will reopen on Monday, Nov. 23, 2026! The Museum is currently accepting group reservations for visits after reopening.
Self-Guided Visit Options
Groups can enjoy self-guided independent exploration of the Museum at your own pace while receiving discounted admission. Three-week advance reservations are recommended. (Two weeks notice required.) Group rates are valid Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Last entry into the Butterfly Rainforest is at 4:30 p.m.
Everything you need to know to make trip-planning easier.
No deposit required for reservations—final group count and full payment are due at time of arrival.
To receive the group discount, admission for all participants must be paid in one payment at check‐in.
Museum Memberships can not be used for Group Trips.
If on the day of your scheduled visit there are less than 10 people in your group, you will be charged the regular admission rate.
Bus driver(s) admitted free.
We accept cash, American Express, Visa, MasterCard, or corporate/organizational checks made out to the University of Florida. No personal checks.
All prices are subject to change.
NO REFUNDS/EXCHANGES for inclement weather.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled visit time.
Group rates are valid Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Last entry into the Butterfly Rainforest is at 4:30 p.m.
All tickets are for that day only. Re-entry with Admission Sticker.
Groups with more than 20 participants will be divided into smaller groups of 5.
Buses: From the Museum parking lot, turn left/west on Hull Road and cross over SW 34th Street. Buses should park in back of the large UF Park & Ride lot to the right/north of the Hilton Conference Center. Do not park in the hotel parking lot.
Vehicles: Parking is permitted in the garage and surface lot. Fees are $4 for 4 hours or $8 per day, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding University holidays. Parking must be purchased using the Passport parking app.There are no parking attendants onsite and the Museum front desk cannot accept payment for parking.
Note: The Museum is not responsible for parking tickets. However, UF Transportation & Parking Services information is available at the front desk.
Our outdoor, covered patio area has tables and seating for about 20 people. It is available on a first-come basis. Lunches and coolers can be placed under the covered area on the north side of the building.
Additional lunch seating is available near the Natural Area.
A variety of restaurant options are available at Butler Plaza, a retail complex under 2 miles driving distance from the Museum.