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Ease into Sunday morning with a guided walk for families in the Botanical Garden

Learn MoreEase into Sunday morning with a guided walk for families in the Botanical Garden

Get detailed information on admission and hours of operation.

Learn MoreGet detailed information on admission and hours of operation.

Navigate to the Gardens of Golden Gate Garden Park.

Learn MoreNavigate to the Gardens of Golden Gate Garden Park.

Unlock the beauty of all three Gardens with downloadable maps of each garden.

Learn MoreUnlock the beauty of all three Gardens with downloadable maps of each garden.

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The Gardens
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Conservatory of Flowers

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San Francisco Botanical Garden

Set in a landmark building — the oldest public wood-and-glass conservatory in North America — the Conservatory of Flowers inspires awe and fascination with its rare and tropical plant collection.

Learn MoreSet in a landmark building — the oldest public wood-and-glass conservatory in North America — the Conservatory of Flowers inspires awe and fascination with its rare and tropical plant collection.

Natural beauty and tranquility greet you in the oldest operating public Japanese Garden in North America.

Learn MoreNatural beauty and tranquility greet you in the oldest operating public Japanese Garden in North America.

Explore 55 beautiful acres of landscaped gardens and open spaces that showcase more than 8,000 different kinds of plants from around the world.

Learn MoreExplore 55 beautiful acres of landscaped gardens and open spaces that showcase more than 8,000 different kinds of plants from around the world.
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Magnificent Magnolias

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Flower Piano

Lightscape

There's no shortage of things to do at the Gardens. Check our calendar for unforgettable experiences.

View EventsThere's no shortage of things to do at the Gardens. Check our calendar for unforgettable experiences.

The Gardens offer several unique outdoor venues for creating an unforgettable event.

View Private EventsThe Gardens offer several unique outdoor venues for creating an unforgettable event.

Experience one of the most significant conservation collections of Magnolias in the United States in bloom January through March.

Celebrate the beginning of spring in the Japanese Tea Garden with cherry blossom trees blooming mid-March through early April.

Celebrate nature, community, and the wonder of our planet at Gala for the Gardens, the annual benefit supporting the Conservatory of Flowers, Japanese Tea Garden, and San Francisco Botanical Garden.

Flower Piano celebrated it's 10th Anniversary for 10 days at the Botanical Garden—September 12-21, 2025.

Internationally Acclaimed “Lightscape” coming to San Francisco Botanical Garden for 2025 Winter Season
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Get up close and personal with plants through hands-on horticulture workshops, gardening workshops, and volunteer opportunities.

Learn MoreGet up close and personal with plants through hands-on horticulture workshops, gardening workshops, and volunteer opportunities.

Join us for family fun in the Gardens

All school groups are welcome to visit the Gardens free of charge. The Gardens are a vital resource for immersive educational experiences.

Learn MoreAll school groups are welcome to visit the Gardens free of charge. The Gardens are a vital resource for immersive educational experiences.

Dive deep with stories and articles from around the Gardens.

Learn MoreDive deep with stories and articles from around the Gardens.

The Helen Crocker Russell Library of Horticulture serves Garden members, staff, and volunteers, as well as gardeners, students, scholars, and the general public.

Library CollectionThe Helen Crocker Russell Library of Horticulture serves Garden members, staff, and volunteers, as well as gardeners, students, scholars, and the general public.

Each year, these collections are made available to researchers and educators in support of myriad projects. All collections done in the Gardens require a permit that will be issued after a review of the request.

Learn moreEach year, these collections are made available to researchers and educators in support of myriad projects. All collections done in the Gardens require a permit that will be issued after a review of the request.
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The Gardens of Golden Gate Park connect people to plants, the planet, and each other.

Learn MoreThe Gardens of Golden Gate Park connect people to plants, the planet, and each other.

The Gardens of Golden Gate Park connect people to plants, the planet, and each other. View our 2023-2028 strategic plan.

The Gardens of Golden Gate Park is committed to the preservation and conservation of threatened plants species documented and sustained in its living collection.

Learn MoreThe Gardens of Golden Gate Park is committed to the preservation and conservation of threatened plants species documented and sustained in its living collection.

Meet the dedicated stewards behind the Gardens.

Learn MoreMeet the dedicated stewards behind the Gardens.

Get behind-the-scenes information and business insights into the Gardens of Golden Gate Park.

Learn MoreGet behind-the-scenes information and business insights into the Gardens of Golden Gate Park.

Gardens of Golden Gate Park is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Learn MoreGardens of Golden Gate Park is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

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Gala for the Gardens

Enjoy members-only perks and unlimited access to the Gardens, all while supporting our mission.

Learn MoreEnjoy members-only perks and unlimited access to the Gardens, all while supporting our mission.

Check this page for the latest perks, events, and surprises just for members.

Learn MoreCheck this page for the latest perks, events, and surprises just for members.

Every contribution supports the vitality and preservation of the Gardens.

Learn MoreEvery contribution supports the vitality and preservation of the Gardens.

Join our vibrant and passionate community of volunteers.

Learn MoreJoin our vibrant and passionate community of volunteers.

Giving to the Gardens of Golden Gate Park supports core programs and lifelong learning.

Learn MoreGiving to the Gardens of Golden Gate Park supports core programs and lifelong learning.

Tribute gifts are a unique way to celebrate special memories and people who have touched our lives.

Learn MoreTribute gifts are a unique way to celebrate special memories and people who have touched our lives.

Explore the benefits of partnering with the Gardens through Corporate Membership and more.

Learn MoreExplore the benefits of partnering with the Gardens through Corporate Membership and more.

Your gifts help support our horticulture and education efforts.

Learn MoreYour gifts help support our horticulture and education efforts.

Celebrate nature, community, and the wonder of our planet at Gala for the Gardens, the annual benefit supporting the Conservatory of Flowers, Japanese Tea Garden, and San Francisco Botanical Garden.

Learn moreCelebrate nature, community, and the wonder of our planet at Gala for the Gardens, the annual benefit supporting the Conservatory of Flowers, Japanese Tea Garden, and San Francisco Botanical Garden.
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