Cactus lovers will be pleased to know that $7 and about 30 minutes of your time buys a relaxing stroll through the Moorten Botanical Garden; a small investment to experience 3,000 desert cacti varieties, as well as a Cactarium, their term for a greenhouse that contains rare plant species, along the short pathway. Loved spotting giant Agaves, Prickly Pears with pretty purple flowers, & the globe-shaped Golden Barrels. Succulents, ceramic pots, & figurines are for sale at the end of the self-guided walk. I noticed a few birds singing happily in their enclosure. Benches are available when a break from the afternoon heat becomes necessary. A slow & serene stop in Palm Springs. read more

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An easy stroll through what started as a resident's yard, has been transformed into an even larger space for viewers of all kinds. Privately owned and what appears to still have a home property onsite, Moorten Botanical features over 3,000 species of cacti. Another unique component is the rare Cactarium which is a greenhouse featuring cactus and succulents. Admission is $7 cash or card and there is always staff available to greet guests. A paper map is provided post payment to help navigate the grounds. I recommend sunscreen as a majority of the viewing takes place outside and the sun tends to beat down. Onsite there are a variety of large tortoises in specialty spots enjoying their environment. At the end of the garden, there is a nursery where plants can be purchased along with gardening trinkets. For the value, this is one to not miss! I've been coming here for years since I was a little girl and I enjoy the fact that Moorten sticks to their roots and have kept the layout the same allowing me to feel nostalgia each time I visit. Thank you!!! read more

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I first visited Moorten Botanical Garden in 2009. My second time was in February 2026. Both times I enjoyed seeing all the different cacti, cactarium and the tortoise. Who knew there could be so many varieties of cactus. There's on street parking. Admission fee is $7 unless you're a veteran, then it's $5. read more

It's been years since I was last here. Then the entrance fee was 5.00 I believe. Now it's 7.00 per person which isn't bad. Killing time in between appointments, this was a perfect way to start. There's street parking out front. I'm not sure if they have a parking lot in the property for visitors. But you'll be ok parking on the street. This place is basically a cactus lovers paradise. Right when you walk in, the cashier is to the left where you pay your entrance fee. Also if you're purchasing anything. A map is given if needed but it's pretty self explanatory just following the trail. It's not a big garden but let's just say it's packed with all sorts of plants from all over the place. The different varieties of cactus are amazing. There's also names plaques to let you know which each ones are. Some seating area scattered along the path. One end of the garden is the covered green house that host many more plants. Same thing, just following the path to see everything. Just be courteous and not touch the plants. There's a public restroom in the corner of a house that's on the property. I'm not sure if someone actually lives there. The main garden is on one side while the other still is part of it but is more of the retail area. Trinkets for the garden or gifts. Potted plants of all sorts. There's also the tortoise as well the doves in their cage. Hours are limited during the summer due to the heat and they're closed on Wednesday. I believe it's also a venue that could be used for weddings and photoshoot. It's also pet friendly. read more

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Trying to burn some time before our time on the Aerial Tramway so we came to Moorten Botanical Gardens. It was very easy to spend 30 minutes here though it is small, the reason being a lot of different things to look at in all directions. It's home to the cactarium, a greenhouse for cactus which houses some very rare plants. It's great for photography and because of this you'll find the cactarium in social media posts about Palm Springs as frequently as you'll find midcentury-modern architecture. The Moorten's Mediterranean style house is also worth checking out for the iconic architecture, both of these combined make it a fun stop. You can also rent out the gardens and house for weddings and photoshoots. You can park in the alley next to the gardens but there is also a dirt parking lot very close by most people parked at. read more

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What a fun and cute place. It has been on my places to visit list for a while. There was an entrance fee that was reasonably priced. I was pleasantly pleased with the variety of plants and the World's first Cactarium. The Cactarium housed so many varieties of cactus that were very interesting and ones I was not familiar with. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Moorten who was very knowledgeable and took time to take a picture with me and provide some advice on how to care for some of my own plants. He also shared the cutest quote.. "Give it water, give it light, say good morning, say goodnight." The garden also had a small nursery where I bought two new plants for a reasonable price. read more

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What an unexpected gem tucked away in Palm Springs! This spot was such a joy to explore, and the staff couldn't have been lovelier. My partner and I were looking for something quick, quiet, and peaceful -- and somewhere we could bring our dog. Moorten Botanical Garden delivered on all of it. Beautiful displays of local and desert cacti and foliage, thoughtfully arranged and easy to wander through. At the end, there's a charming little shop where you can pick up plants, pots, and other treasures to take home. Definitely worth a visit -- a perfect little escape just outside the bustle of PS proper. read more

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Good use of $7.00. Interesting self guided tour. No frills. Check it out in the morning when it's cool out..... read more

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This nursery is amazing! Beautiful plants, and the flowers are outstanding. Their knowledge and customer service is great. I learned so much. I will go again and again. I highly recommend. read more

Nice place to beat the heat in Palm Springs and visit the World's First "Cactarium". Initially we joined the guided tour, but after a few minutes we broke off to explore at our own pace. The guide definitely meant well, but it felt like being back in middle school science class where there was a pop quiz around every corner. $7 entry fee per person and there was a nice wandering path through the property with various desert regions (Sonoran, Mojave, California, Texas, etc.) and their native plants. Back at the main garden area, there were also birds and lots of plants and succulents for sale. read more

Definitely a nice little stop in Palm Springs if you're a plant person! The entry fee was super reasonable, and the owners were so nice. We talked about Huel Howser because they had an image display on his visit there. The rare cactus display was very esthetically pleasing as their clay pots kept an earthly color against the plants' pops of greens and blues. So pretty! read more

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This place is AMAZING. Beautiful garden. Everything is well marked. The 'cacti terrarium' is really cool. Enjoy every visit.

This place was the cutest spot I have gone to! All the plants were so cool to look at and they had a cactarium!!! I have never seen that before. The owners told us how many years it took them to build and create this garden and it's just honestly amazing amd breathtaking. Every plant, all the knowledge these people have in them is genuinely inspiring and left me in awe. So much to learn just walking through here and I'd highly suggest if you're in the area to go visit. They also have the original Palm Springs Hotel wall moved there! Such sweet people and full of stories. It was also a reasonably priced to go in and just enjoy all the nature. It was a healing walk read more

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We had our wedding ceremony at Moorten's Botanical Gardens last weekend. It was a magical experience. The owners are extremely gracious hosts! Thank you for making our wedding a magical experience. read more

Small but mighty! We drove past this garden one day while in Palm Springs on our way to a spectacular hike at the Indian Canyons. Luckily we still had a few more days in the area, so I added Moorten to my list for a possible visit, and we got to is a day or so later. It is very small, but also very affordable. Street parking is the name of the game, so be careful and conscientious. Take your time, take some photos, peep some of the resident turtles/tortoises. We were here for about an hour, which included some sitting and relaxing time, and at the end some perusing the succulents and goods for sale before exiting. For $5, it is a great little drop in spot and something to do in the area that is good for all ages. read more

Beautiful space, parking around the side the summer hours are limited so please check before you go. Entrance was seven dollars per person and parking was free. Plenty of beautiful local species of cacti and succulents , I advise going early mornings before it gets too hot. read more

On our last full day in Palm Springs, we stopped at this humble botanical garden. It is family-owned and houses a TON of cacti and desert plants. We were immediately greeted at the entrance and I believe we must have met Clark Moorten (the owner). He's so personable, funny and spent a few minutes conversing with us while we paid our admission at the counter. It is $5 per adult, $2 for kids 15 or under, and free for children under five years old. It's amazing to think that over 3000 varieties of plants reside here. The garden is loosely divided into regions (i.e. Baja California region, South American region, etc.) which are called out along the pathways. We heeded their advice to take our time and truly appreciate the diversity the garden has to offer. I was in awe of the height of the Oregon Pipe Cactus, the giant leaves of the Agave plants and the spiny trunk of the Madagascar Palm. This garden hosts apparently the world's first Cactarium that is home to hundreds of cacti species. It would have been nice if there were labels with the names of at least some of them, but the lack of didn't detract much from the experience. In addition to the gardens, they have a display of historic gold mine relics, a shop area full of plants for purchase (the Monkey Tail plant is so cute!), a cage of birds and a couple tortoise habitats. However, we missed the tortoises since they were not outside during the winter. It's clear that the Moortens have dedicated so much time and care into maintaining this garden which was established in the 1930s. Many thanks to the Moorten family for sharing their tranquil space with the public! read more

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This is a must go when in Palm Springs! $5 admission is super reasonable. There were SO many cacti and succulent varieties. We spent about an hour walking through and taking photos. We even came across a humming bird and her nest + eggs. There is plenty of street parking, a bathroom onsite, and they sell a variety of cacti/succulents & pots. If you're flying/traveling, they box up the plants for you. Oh and they have dessert turtles!! read more

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Wow! What a beautiful gem in the desert. Every year, for our wedding anniversary, we go to a different botanical garden from around this country. They have all been amazing, but this one is the best one yet. We met Clark Moorten, the owner and curator of the estate, and he was the kindest, sweetest, most knowledgeable man we have ever encountered. We never really imagined visiting a desert themed garden, full of so many varieties of cacti & succulents, as well as, birds and tortoises. Despite the high heat of summer (110 degrees F), it was still such an eye opening experience. HIGHLY RECOMMEND, if you enjoy botanical gardens. read more

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NOT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE! It doesn't say it is not anywhere but it is positively dangerous. And how they think this will take 3 hours to go round I have no idea! read more

Such a cute hidden gem in the desert highly recommend whether you are a local or just visiting. Loved seeing all the beautiful plants our desert has to offer and even got to purchase one to bring home and add to my garden. Cute spot for a date or to take cute pictures. Family friendly as well and not expensive. read more

Cute little botanical garden to stop by and check out if in the area. It was $7 entry per person and dog friendly. Lots of beautiful plants, cactus, and even a tortoise. They also sell cactus and other small succulent and plants. read more

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Moorten's Botanical Garden was such a cute spot to visit on our quick trip to PS! I believe we only paid about $7 per person??? (Don't quote me) but maybe. The Cactarium was nice and had a variety to see! Lots of little photos ops and we loved the tortoises. read more

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What a cheap and fun activity. It is a small botanical garden but the admission is only $5 so very fair. I would go again. read more

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A very cute botanical garden to learn about the various cacti and agave in different regions! $5 per person and an easy bike ride if you're staying on Palm Canyon Drive. Closes at 5PM! Parking can be scarce and biking around Palm Springs was so pleasant. It's small, but packed with huge plants plus a little greenhouse with the quirky cacti and succulent formations. Crazy to see how wild these plants can grow. It took us about an hour to leisurely explore the gardens and see all there is to offer. Well maintained with lots of signage and fun facts about some of the plant species. At the end, there are plants that are also for sale! Too bad I don't have a green thumb. Lastly, don't miss the pet tortoise! A definite cute stop of the Palm Springs attractions! And they are actually open during the week! read more

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fairly small garden with an entry fee of $7! you can park on the side of the road... parking was easy to find on a sunday evening. my group of 7 enjoyed everything the garden had to offer. it doesn't take long to get through the whole garden, but we were still in awe. they do sell succulents, cacti, amongst other little trinkets. read more

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We visited yesterday and had a wonderful afternoon as usual. The staff is warm and inviting and the actual garden grounds are magical. Take a quiet stroll through the grounds and you are in a world of tranquil peace and beauty. You may even be lucky enough to chat with Mr. Moorten and let him tell you stories of the rich history of his garden. What a lovely gem hidden in the most beautiful town on Earth read more

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Moorten botanical garden is the cutest spot to stop by for a quick stroll. It's only a 5$ entry fee and takes about 20ish minutes to walk around the whole garden. Theres an awesome greenhouse and some outdoor attractions along the way. Also a little area to buy gifts and trinkets. They had some wildlife too. Birds and turtles. Great place! read more

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Great little garden in Palm Springs! It's a very popular spot, a handful of people were already inside when it opened at 10am Monday morning. There's a $5 self tour fee, it's a small garden but lots of things to see if you take your time! There's a greenhouse that's great for pictures. They even have pet tortoises! At the end, they sell a large variety of succulents that you can purchase to take home. Definitely a great spot to visit in Palm Springs! read more

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This garden is about 4.5 stars. I like it is the entrance free is affordable and right price for the smaller garden. This garden is a cactus garden. They collect all different kind of cactus. The visit just take one to two hours. The garden is some what handicap accessible dirt pathways. During our visit, the cactus has a lot of flower. It is spring time for the cactus. Some of the collections are in weir shape. We spot several hummingbird in the garden that they are busy on the nectar. It is great to seem them close and flipping the wing and stay on the air. We also someone take their couple pictures by professional photographer. The garden sold small cactus for take home. Most of the cactus is in small pot and suitable for indoor plants. read more

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My partner has been raving about this place. We finally had the chance to go. EXPERIENCE: Parking: Dirt plaza parking for about 15 cars. Some people also parked on the side as well. Feels: It's in the outer ends of Palm Springs but when you're in the garden it's a quick yet fun place to be. There's a path with plants that are well marked from succulents to cactus. There are good and generally shaded seating spots to hang out. There are turtles and birds to admire too! CUSTOMER SERVICE: Fantastic! Friendly people and pretty knowledgeable. OVERALL: 4.5 Stars. Awesome! Plenty of selections with a pleasant experience. I wouldn't exactly say it's something to go out of the way of but if you're in the Palm Springs area, it's a simple place to appreciate to see plants and a few animals. Tips: * Call ahead of time to confirm their hours! * "Home of the world's first cactarium" read more

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If cacti is up your alley, this is the place to be. There is variety with the cacti. You will see rare and unusual ones!! There is a nominal entry charge. The small garden is to the right when you enter. Before you exit make sure you check out the shop. read more

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Cute little botanical garden with retail spaces and small wedding capacity. My favorite spot is the greenhouse which has a swamp cooler, so the temperature is pleasant inside. The garden is a self guided trail that has plenty of markers for the plants. There are two tortoises in open habitats and doves to view as well. The retail section includes a wide range of drought tolerant plants and a small selection of interesting pots. Admission is $5, which is a bit steep for the price since you are not likely to stay an hour unless you are doing a photo shoot or serious retail shopping. It is about the size of a large residential lot. read more

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Great little exhibit of mostly cacti and some other gems. Very well maintained. The plants are all looking quite happy and healthy. Staff was friendly. Cost was $5 for adults. Well worth the price to stretch our legs, take on some fresh air and flora. 3 cute pens of turtles in sizes small medium and large. read more

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Price to enter was reasonable. Beautiful cactus from all over with great photo spots. There happened to be a free walking tour when we arrived. The Cactorium was so unique, but my favorite part was seeing the tortoises. We all took home litte cactus plants as souvenirs. This was a really enjoyable spot, and we were happy we stopped here. read more

Parking- we found free available parking nearby on the street Fee- $5 It was a cool experience since we like plants of all types. This place is pretty small so don't carve out too much time to experience this...most likely less than an hour and more likely to be about a 30 minute visit. I did like that it wasn't too busy on a Saturday morning so we felt like we could move about freely. There is an area with plants that you can purchase and also an area with some caged in tortoises. read more

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A great activity while in/around Palm Springs for plant lovers (especially succulent and cactus lovers!) The admission price is well worth it to see some incredibly beautiful and rare flora and fauna. The greenhouse is hard to beat! Takes about an hour or so to wander around the garden. read more

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Palm Springs, Ca. This is a nice get away from the general insanity of downtown PalmSprings. Is it worth five bucks? I would say probably but that is a pretty subjective assessment. Some of the specimens are absolutely gorgeous. The more mature plants have apparently been there for a long time. The variety is limited however, this is a private garden, not a publicly funded horticultural spectacle. The name tags (Keys) are sparse, some being on large rock plaques which is kind of cool. Most plants are not tagged at all, especially the smaller ones. None of the various aloes and mammillaria are tagged. Many of the plants that are tagged are with the common or folksy name not the biological one. This is probably only important to collectors such as myself. There were a few biological tags, why not include both? I'm sure the owner just does it his/her way and that is fine. You can pretty much see the garden in thirty minutes. There are some more common specimens for sale, which are available elsewhere for much less. The owners are present and are happy to answer any questions. read more

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It's a small garden, but worth the trip if you're in the area. There are many special and rare plants. The staff was friendly and helpful. read more

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Palm Springs has so much culture and this is no exception. All the beautiful plants native to the desert. It's pretty amazing to see all the beauty cactus and succulents. The gardens are well maintained and it's a lovely little slice of calm. Donations are $5 per adult to stroll the grounds. read more

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