Japanese Tea Gardens

Though well-hidden and, during the summer months , hot, these beautiful gardens are the secret gem of the San Antonio park scene. The park houses several plaques explaining its rich history.

These gardens are a well-kept San Antonio secret, but they're beautiful and free. If you're making a special trip, call ahead as they sometimes close for special events .

I’m a San Antonio native and have seen the “Sunken Garden’s ” go through many stages. In the 60’s & 70’s it was a Hangout for all the “Hippies”. We had quite a few outdoor concerts and lots of fun! ????

With various flowers , waterfalls , and trees , the Japanese Tea Gardens serves as an excellent location for wedding shoots, senior portraits, prom photos, and more! Daily tours are offered as well .

Great place to come and relax in a tranquil environment. The grounds are beautiful and it’s free to get in.

Beautiful architecture blended in to the area. Nice on place for pictures and a walk. Down side lots of stairs if you have bad knees

Gorgeous! Great place to take photos and just stroll through the garden on a beautiful day.

This is an amazing place and will alway be a favorite because the love of my life proposed to me here on 9/24/11! Don't miss the beautiful pavilion view . Don't feed the wildlife though!

Adjacent to the Sunken Garden Theater in Brackenridge Park , features beautiful floral displays, a waterfall and a habitat for Koi and aquatic plants.

Absolutely beautiful!! You could make it through in less than 30 minutes!

Not the most typical thing to do when in San Antonio, but well worth a look. Small crowds make this place feel more special.

Destiny Islands or Texas? This is an amazing destination.

Lovely and peaceful , even on a Sunday afternoon. The flowers were not particularly exotic but the design of the gardens was beautifully done.

Eat at the cafe and get the teas and muffins !

Beautiful... But can be very hot if you go at the wrong time. Bring water and some type of shade... For example: cap or an umbrella... :-)

Such a beautiful area!!! Awesome place to hang out, go on a date and maybe even propose!

Take a moment to relax in the shade of the rock house which is the oldest standing structure in this lush garden , built in 1915 by artist Kimi Eizo Jingu.

.don't forget to try out the cafe !(:

This place is beautiful place to take photos!

Views and light walk/hike was amazing

Try the earl gray tea ????

The scenery is so beautiful. The energy is so relaxing.

Love this place but in need of major landscaping everything is overgrown!!

Really beautiful. Come in when the weather is cool.

Pretty views , nice garden to walk around for a few minutes.

My secret spot is good place to think,....

1 free refill with the purchase of 1 drink (tea )!

Pretty and would be great to go here then the zoo . But it only needs to be a 10-15 minute stop.

Lovely place! Also, dang, those koi are enormous.

Great Date Destination. Nice little tea shop located within.

Very pretty

Aww, kisses from my love ..

What a view

The View ..

The view ..

Arguably the most beautiful location in all of San Antonio.

Nice place

Gardens beauty

Absolutely love this place. So beautiful & peaceful . Even better, it's free.

The pools are drained dry and fish are away.

Giant Koi!!!

Amazing place!

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Enjoy a beautiful walk around sunset

Sigue siendo un lugar hermoso, si se nota descuidado y olvidado pero creo que vale la pena visitarlo

lugar obligado para conocer, un paraíso dentro de una ciudad, quedan pocos

Súper relajante :)

Abandonado y triste.