Descanso Gardens

I love how it's literally in the neighborhood , it would just be a 10 min walk for me, but when we drive it's only a 3 minutes! Such a beautiful place, don't forget to buy tickets for the mini train !!

Took my son here to see the place and we ended up becoming members. It is absolutely worth it to be members especially if you have children. It's a place where they can run around and enjoy nature.

You'll enjoy it more if you absorb the original 1957 mission statement (as posted in the Boddy house )

Did you know? The gardens are home to the largest camellia collection in North America, with more than 34,000 plants. They were first planted by E. Manchester Boddy , who built his estate here in 1937. Read more

Wonderful gardens with lots of winding paths. Membership more than pays for itself by getting in free at other gardens all across the country .

Always arrive early if you want good photos any time of year otherwise the gardens become mobbed with people.

Get your winter tickets to the Enchanted Forest light show walk early. Sells out quickly.

At one time, the property belonged to newspaper magnate E. Manchester Boddy who owned the Los Angeles Daily News. Because of his love for plants, he operated a garden at the location. Read more

Flowers , trees , birds and Intelligentsia mocha blended coffee !

Walk to the Bird Observation Station where hundreds of bird species have been viewed . My favorite are the Canadian geese, ducks and turtles . It's next to the rose garden . Don't miss the camelias!!

It’s famous for its huge camellia collection : over 700 species of camellias & some more than 20 ft tall. For young visitors, a ride on Descanso Gardens Enchanted Railway is the highlight. Read more

Check the free admission monthly day and enjoy it

Great place to take your parents. Lots of photo opps

The ambiance, angus burgers and great for taking a stroll 🚶

Was really beautiful.. Make sure u wear good walking shoes !!

Grab a water at the front gate. You'll need it when you're half way to the Boddy House . Great place to let kids run free. Go after Noon to capture the "golden hour" for the best photos.

amazing scenery, great place to bring family and friends!

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Find a quiet spot , and start reading. Best day ever. Come on a free day, even better. Usually it's six bucks, which isn't bad considering you'd otherwise be getting a latte for similar price.

One of the most beautiful places in Southern California

one of my favorite shady places to walk on hot days.

Japanese style garden is very beautiful.

Check out the duck pond on the far side of the rose garden .

We were told to come in late march/early April to see most of the plants in bloom .

Take a long evening walk around these beautiful gardens .

Bring your camera , you'll take lots of photos . In addition, there are lots of benches to sit and enjoy the Garden .

Really nice gift shop full of botanical delights!

Went in early June still alot in bloom , absolutely an amazing place.

Get here early... lines form quickly.

Wonderful!

Not a great place to visit in the summer. Everything is pretty dead. But I imagine it is absolutely stunning in the spring.

All the plants

Relax & explore.

Megan is the best wedding coordinator make sure u ask for her

Opens earlier for members!

Stop and smell the lilacs and roses .

Check out the Japanese Gardens when they are having a tea ceremony.

Dont expect too much to be in bloom if you come in the fall :/

Come here in the Fall

it's my 2 lil kids backyard

Ride the miniature train around the garden .

Очень приятное место.

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