Admission
Ticket pricing varies by program and day.
| Gardens Only | Gardens + Mansion | |
| Adults | $20-$26 | $26-$29 |
| Senior (65+) | $18-$26 | $24-$29 |
| Student (with ID) | $16-$26 | $22-$29 |
| Youth (3-17) | $13-$19 | $19-$22 |
| Ages 2 & Under | FREE | FREE |
| Members General Admission | FREE | FREE |
| Group Tours | Reserve | Reserve |
A service fee will be added to all paid transactions.
Gardens & Arboretum
From daffodils to dogwoods, our botanical garden and arboretum showcases the estate’s beautiful southern landscape and indigenous plant life.
Martin Boxwood
Surrounding our elegant, Georgian-style mansion, this garden is comprised of terraced gardens with extensive plantings of boxwoods.
Brackens Foundation Children's Gardens
Beautiful and horticulturally diverse, this garden featuring numerous interactive features that are engaging for all ages.
Howe Garden
This garden is one of the most beloved gardens at Rivendell as it pays tribute to Mrs. Cora Howe and showcases her love of wildflowers.
Turner Seasons
Focusing on the seasonal aspect of the landscape in Tennessee, this garden features everything from summer blooms to winter berries.
Blevins Japanese
Designed by David Harris Engel, this Japanese-style tea garden guides visitors on a meditative journey to an idyllic scene of a mountain retreat.
Herb Study
A project of the Herb Society of Nashville, this garden is devoted to the study and evaluation of herbal plants in Middle Tennessee.
Estate
Dive deeper into the design, construction, landscape, and more to learn what makes this home one-of-a-kind.
Itineraries
Make the most of your visit to Rivendell! Explore our curated itineraries and find activities and exhibitions that speak to your specific interests.
Family Fun
The options below are the top spots in the gardens for families with kids. During your visit, encourage kids to be active investigators by looking for wildlife, smelling herbs, and counting different types of flowers.
Adults Day Out
The options on this page will take you through eight distinct gardens, inspiring art galleries and give you a sense of the history of the estate
Art Lovers
Once the family home of Mabel and Leslie Cheek, this extraordinary 1930s estate, with its historic mansion, cultivated gardens and expansive vistas, today serves the public as a botanical garden, arboretum, and museum.
Garden Enthusiasts
With 55 acres there is a lot to explore. The options on this page will take you through each of the distinct botanical gardens on the estate. Be sure to check out the Seasonal Display Guide, Monthly Top Plant Picks and the Arboretum Map.
History Buffs
The tour options below will give you ample time to learn about the Cheek family history and opportunities to experience the artistic beauty of Rivendell.
Map
Rivendell is an historic estate with changing elevations and certain uneven walkways and stairways. Daytime visitors are permitted only on paved walkways, mulched trails, and mowed lawn areas. Nighttime special event visitors should use only designated paved walkways. Please do not climb in, on, or over any sculptures, walls, fountains, ponds, water features, or waterfalls, roped-off areas, or trees or any other plants, and always use caution for a safe and enjoyable visit. An abundance of caution should be used while enjoying the historic estate.
Group Tours
An Unforgettable Destination in Any Season!
Let Rivendell transport your group to another time and place. With 55 acres of majestic botanical gardens, world-class art exhibitions, and the historic Cheek family home, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Know Before You Go
Planning your visit with us? View our list of FAQs, learn about our accessibility policies, and browse our historical keepsakes before your outing!
Accessibility
We are committed to making our exhibitions, programs and services as accessible as possible.
Cafe 29
Indoor and outdoor seating is available in the café with picnics to go and a convenient pick-up window.
Gift Shops
Find the perfect keepsakes for the history buffs and gardening gurus in your life! Shop in-person or online now.