Visitor Information
Butterfly Pavilion is the first stand-alone, Association of Zoos and Aquariums-accredited non-profit invertebrate zoo in the world. Our immersive exhibits provide guests the opportunity to discover the wonders of nature's hidden heroes through hands on, interactive experiences catered to all ages.
Please note: Due to the recent public health concerns, Butterfly Pavilion is closed to business until further notice. For updates, please refer back to this website and our social media.
We are conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Denver off Hwy 36 at 104th Avenue at 6252 W. 104th Avenue Westminster, CO 80020.
Looking to come during quieter hours? There are often fewer guests at our facility after 2 pm. Click here for real time updates on how busy it is at Butterfly Pavilion.
General Admission (Online Price)
- Adult – $12
- Seniors (65+) – $10
- Children (2-12) – $8
- Children (under 2) – FREE
General Admission (At Location)
- Adult – $13
- Seniors (65+) – $11
- Westminster Resident (With I.D.) – $11
- Children (2-12) – $9
- Children (under 2) – FREE
Group Admission – for walkup groups of 10 or more paying guests.
- Adult – $11
- Seniors (65+) – $9
- Children (2-12) – $7
- Children (under 2) – FREE
Request Group Reservation*
*To receive a reduced rate, you must reserve your group at least 72 hours in advance.
Listed prices do not include admission tax.
Hours of Operation
Butterfly Pavilion is open seven days a week year round from 9 am – 5 pm, with last entry at 4:15 pm.
We are closed on the fourth Thursday of November (Thanksgiving Day) and December 25th (Christmas Day).
We close early on December 24th (Christmas Eve) with last entrance at 12:15 pm, closing at 1 pm, and on December 31st (New Year’s Eve) with last entrance at 2:15 pm, closing at 3 pm.
We open late on January 1st (New Years Day) with first entrance at 11 am.
Photography Policy
Click here to view our photography policy.