Is there a guided tour included?

No, Mainau visits are self-guided, allowing you to explore at your own pace.

How long does a visit take?

Most visitors spend 3 to 4 hours on the island. Combo tickets would require a full day if both experiences re chosen for the same day.

Is Mainau suitable for children?

Yes. The gardens and Butterfly House are family-friendly, and combos add kid-focused attractions.

Is the island wheelchair accessible?

Main paths are accessible, but distances are long and some garden areas may be uneven.

Can I re-enter Mainau with the same ticket?

Re-entry depends on ticket conditions; check your booking details before leaving.

During spring and summer weekends, availability can be limited. Booking ahead is recommended.

Mainau Flower Island Tickets

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Lake Constance: Mainau Flower Island Entry Tickets

In Mainau Island in tranquil Lake Konstanz, stroll through the gardens, a palm house and butterfly house.

Everything you get: Get entry to Mainau Island to wander its themed gardens, walk through the Palm House with palms and other plants, and step into the Butterfly House to see butterflies at eye level across this island on Lake Constance (Konstanz). Stay as long as you like among paths and lake views.
Why choose this: Best if you want to explore independently, without group tours or transfers, so you choose when and how to enjoy your visit.

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Combo (Save 5%): Mainau Flower Island + SEA LIFE Konstanz Entry Tickets

Save more and enjoy a day of nature and discovery at Mainau Island and SEA LIFE Konstanz.

Everything you get at Mainau Island: Entry to Mainau Island, access to themed gardens, the palm house, and butterfly house, plus children’s play areas and seasonal floral displays.
Everything you get at SEA LIFE Konstanz: Full-day admission to SEA LIFE Konstanz and the Lake Constance Museum of Natural History, with access to 10+ interactive zones and activities for all ages.
Why choose this combo: Experience Lake Constance’s top attractions in one value-packed ticket.

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Combo (Save 5%): Mainau Flower Island + Ravensburger Spieleland 1-Day Entry Tickets

Experience Lake Constance’s floral paradise and Germany’s top family theme park in one value combo.

Everything you get at Mainau Island: Entry to Mainau Island, access to themed gardens, palm house, butterfly house, children’s play areas, and seasonal floral displays.
Everything you get at Ravensburger Spieleland: Full access to over 70 attractions across 8 themed worlds—enjoy BRIO World adventures, board game challenges, raft rides, chocolate workshops, TV character meetups, and more.
Why choose this combo: Get the best of a relaxing outing at the gardens, and then switch gears to adventure at Ravensburger Spieleland.

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Top things to do in Konstanz

SEA LIFE Konstanz Ticket

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Quick overview

Ways to explore: Walk freely through themed gardens, seasonal flower displays, and landscaped terraces at your own pace.
What’s included: All tickets include entry to Mainau Island, Palm House, and Butterfly House.
Unique highlight: The Butterfly House lets you walk among hundreds of free-flying tropical butterflies.
Combos available: Upgrade to SEA LIFE Constance or Ravensburger Spieleland with one booking.
Time needed: Plan 3 to 4 hours for Mainau alone, and a full day for combo experiences.
When to book: Book ahead in spring and summer when flower displays draw large crowds.
Best upgrade: Choose a combo ticket if you want to see more of Lake Constance without extra logistics.

What to expect at Mainau Flower Island

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Arrive on the island

Cross into Mainau and step into landscaped paths framed by Lake Constance views and floral terraces.

Wander themed gardens

Walk through seasonal displays, rose gardens, and shaded arboretum paths designed for slow exploration.

Visit the Palm and Butterfly Houses

Move through a warm, glass-enclosed space filled with towering palms and exotic plants from around the world at the Palm House. Walk inside a humid tropical habitat where colorful butterflies fly freely around you at the Butterfly House.

Pause by the lake

Benches and viewpoints offer calm moments overlooking Lake Constance and the Alps on clear days.

Extend your day

Combo tickets let you continue to SEA LIFE Constance or Ravensburger Spieleland without rebooking.

Which Mainau Flower Island ticket is best for you?

Ticket Type	Includes	Why pick this	Book now
Mainau entry tickets	Island, gardens, Palm & Butterfly Houses	• Flexible pace • Full island access	Click here
Combo: Mainau + SEA LIFE	Mainau + SEA LIFE + National History Museum	• Two attractions • Indoor + outdoor mix	Click here
Combo: Mainau + Ravensburger Spieleland	Mainau + 1-day Spieleland	• Family-friendly • Full-day plan	Click here

Mainau-only ticket or combo experience?

A standard Mainau ticket covers the island’s gardens, Palm House, and Butterfly House in one relaxed visit. Combo tickets add SEA LIFE Constance or Ravensburger Spieleland for travelers who want to extend their day beyond the island without planning separate bookings.

Family exploring aquarium touch tank and vibrant flower peacock display at Mainau Flower Island.

Explore Mainau Flower Island

Plan your visit to Mainau Flower Island

Castle on Mainau Flower Island with visitors in front, Germany.

Opening hours: 9am to 7pm.
Palm House: 11am to 4:30pm
Butterfly House: 10am to 4:30pm
Last entry: 1 hour before closing.
Best time of day: Morning visits are quieter, especially in peak summer.
Best months: April to June for spring blooms; September for fewer crowds and mild weather.

Restroom sign at Medieval Dinner venue in Prague.

Toilets available near main entry and garden areas
Cafés and food kiosks across the island
Souvenir shops
Benches and rest areas throughout
Wheelchair-friendly main paths, though distances are long

Wheelchair user boarding bus via accessible ramp.

Mainau Flower Island is largely wheelchair and stroller accessible, with barrier-free routes across most gardens, restaurants, and exhibition spaces.
Ramps and elevators are available at key areas, including the Palm House and visitor facilities.
Wheelchairs can be borrowed free of charge at the entrance, subject to availability.
Some paths in the historic gardens and lakeside areas are steep or uneven and may require assistance.
Accessible toilets are available throughout the island.

Tips & guidelines

Plan for plenty of walking. The island is larger than it looks, and garden paths add up quickly. Comfortable shoes make a big difference.
Visit the Butterfly House early or later in the day to avoid crowd buildup inside the enclosed space.
Check seasonal bloom calendars if flowers are your main priority; displays change month to month.
Photography is allowed, but flash photography is discouraged inside the Butterfly House.
Food prices inside can be higher; consider timing your visit around meals or bringing water.
Respect garden boundaries and stay on marked paths to protect plantings.

Frequently asked questions about Mainau Flower Island tickets

All tickets include entry to Mainau Island, themed gardens, the Palm House, and the Butterfly House.

Mainau Flower Island Tickets

Lake Constance: Mainau Flower Island Entry Tickets

Combo (Save 5%): Mainau Flower Island + SEA LIFE Konstanz Entry Tickets

Combo (Save 5%): Mainau Flower Island + Ravensburger Spieleland 1-Day Entry Tickets

Top things to do in Konstanz

Quick overview

What to expect at Mainau Flower Island

Arrive on the island

Wander themed gardens

Visit the Palm and Butterfly Houses

Pause by the lake

Extend your day

Which Mainau Flower Island ticket is best for you?

Explore Mainau Flower Island

Plan your visit to Mainau Flower Island

Tips & guidelines

Frequently asked questions about Mainau Flower Island tickets

What do Mainau Flower Island tickets include?

Is there a guided tour included?

How long does a visit take?

Is Mainau suitable for children?

Is the island wheelchair accessible?

Can I re-enter Mainau with the same ticket?

Do tickets sell out?

Themed Gardens

Palm House

Butterfly House

Top things to do in Konstanz

Mainau Flower Island Tickets

Lake Constance: Mainau Flower Island Entry Tickets

What to bring

Accessibility

What’s not allowed

Additional information

Combo (Save 5%): Mainau Flower Island + SEA LIFE Konstanz Entry Tickets

Mainau Flower Island Lake Constance

SEA LIFE Konstanz

Combo (Save 5%): Mainau Flower Island + Ravensburger Spieleland 1-Day Entry Tickets