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Gardens in San Francisco

THE 10 BEST San Francisco Gardens

Gardens in San Francisco

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  • Noneless
    Newcastle, Australia29 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Not a large area but there are so many hidden gems for photography. Every section could be photographed from multiple angles and every photo would be great. Some extra pretty sections. Worth visiting. The Tea House itself was very pleasant, with friendly staff and delicious offerings. Highly recommend.
    Written 19 November 2024
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  • Fernandes
    California4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is what i call a walk in the park. Well managed, accessible, and extremely beautiful for a botanical enthusiast like me. It's great to see plants across continents. Cool place to spend time observing the life out here.
    Written 21 December 2024
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  • xcschlr
    Milwaukee, WI967 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This greenhouse has many unusual and beautiful flowers and is in some ways more exciting to visit than the Botanical Garden nearby. It takes less than 30 minutes to visit all the parts, one can walk from either the Botanical Garden or Japanese Tea Garden to the greenhouse quite easily.
    Written 15 November 2024
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  • Adventure Diva
    Manchester, CT2,789 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    These gardens were designed to reflect northern Calironia "flora and fauna." Also, murals, statues and more tell many stories about the local culture.
    Written 19 November 2024
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  • Peter Z
    Guelph, Canada93 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is one of a few painted steps in San Francisco and we really wanted to see them. We took the N bus to the corner of 16th and Irving and walked uphill the couple blocks to the painted steps. Further uphill there is a secondary steps. Took lots of photos then made our way down to the main part to see Japanese Gardens and Botanical Gardens. A good bit of walking but fun.
    Written 15 April 2024
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  • Maureen51311
    Coachella, CA7 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a nice detour after visiting the Sutro Baths. Was disappointed there were no tulips, but still had beautiful flowers and a nice grassy area where people could have a picnic.
    Written 30 July 2023
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  • gl0baltr0tter
    Shanghai, China1,458 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pretty garden when tulips are in full bloom, in front of a wooden windmill replica. You could imagine that you have been transported to the Netherland, but then the sight and sound of the Pacific ocean brings you right back.
    Written 24 March 2024
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  • jehenson81
    Washington DC, DC25,947 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This garden sits right next to the California Academy of Science on the Western side. It is a quaint little spot even in the rain. The only fault I could find is that there was no pathway from the entrance area to the Shakespeare bust unless it was in the area roped off due to replanting. I think on a sunny day it would be a lovely place to sit under the shade of trees.
    Written 14 March 2019
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA18,860 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a pretty park in a swank neighborhood. Because of its altitude, it is a good place to get some views of various parts of the city. Lots of people out walking their dogs.
    Written 8 October 2024
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  • AB_US
    Dallas, TX423 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Gorgeous Rose garden in the middle of the Golden Gate Park. Large variety of beautiful roses. Garden is easily accessible via public transportation and in walking distance to other attractions from the Park.
    Written 31 July 2019
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  • minimize940314
    Los Angeles, CA3,541 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I stopped by Fay park on the way to Lombard street. It is tiny, but pretty. There are beautiful flowers though.
    Written 28 June 2019
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  • Pavel B
    Oslo, Norway91 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very nice little garden on several levels, and the new innovative garden on the flat roof of the bus terminal is very close.
    Written 29 November 2019
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  • Sarah S
    San Francisco, CA6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A "must see" from July through October when the blooms are off the charts (Aug. and Sept. is the peak time). It's location makes it a perfect stop near the Conservatory of Flowers, AIDS Grove, deYoung, etc. Run entirely by the all-volunteer SF Dahlia Society. The dahlia is the official flower of the city of San Francisco. Absolutely worth the effort. Added bonus: It's free and part of a lovely stroll in a scenic part of GG Park.
    Written 5 October 2021
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