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Wonderful place to explore. I couldn't get through everything, but we came for the Japanese New Year Festival to see the taiko drumming which was incredible! I wish they had put the drummers on a bigger lawn that had any sort of place to sit because it was so crowded! It's January so only certain things were in bloom. Be sure to check their website to see what is in season as well as events they have going on! There are lots of accessible walkways so if you have a wheelchair or stroller it fairly easy to get around. Still lots of walking! I know they have a shuttle, but I didn't get to check that out. It's just so peaceful here to walk around and take in the scenery! It's fairly family friendly, just depends on where you are where you might need to keep an extra eye on the kids. They have a children's garden but I didn't get to check it out. I love that they have lots of cafes and coffee shops. If you bring your own food there are lots of places to picnic. Bring a hat and sunscreen! There may not be a ton of shade in certain areas, but you'll always find a bench to sit down somewhere nearby. I definitely didn't get to see enough and I am excited to come back again in the spring!

This is visit #2 in a short period of time and I'm still impressed with the gardens/grounds. This time we're visited most of the gardens and popped into a couple museums on the grounds. I found this visit a bit more interesting. Learning about Henry Huntington and his family was fascinating. Walking through the mansion (which is now a museum) was interesting. There is lots of open space between the various gardens wich is nice. The desert garden was up there with the Japanese (which is always my favorite) and Chinese. It takes all day to see the grounds or better yet split over several trips. As far as gardens are concerned, I as guessing it's not the right time to see flowers in bloom as there really wasn't much. As for this time of year, The Huntington is a peaceful place to enjoy, very open, with cafes, museums, and more. At approximately a $30-$35 entry fee per day (weekends fri-sat-sun are the higher end), it's best to spend an entire day here. The volunteers working here are wonderful. Always so helpful!

Visiting the Huntington Library always brings back calm childhood memories. I love seeing both the "old" and the "new" in this park -- all the same great "walking trails ", exhibits and even after a decade, I'm still enjoying the vast area of gardens but I do feel the front entrance had been commercialized too much. Gone were the days of donations and just come in for a stroll. Once you get your ticket(s) and jus self reflecting the prices seems to had gone through the roof now. :(( Looking past the ticket price, i always hit the Japanese Garden and Greenhouse first. I remember standing on the Japanese bridge back in the late '70s; today the colors are faded and blocked but it carries charm. Across the way, the newer Chinese Garden is absolutely stunning. The koi ponds, pagoda, beautifully intertwined bridges, and lush greenery are very nice. I can't help but feel a little jealous of how perfectly maintained everything is--the plants are so healthy, and the greenhouse is a joy to visit because of all those non-native HUGE leaves and cocoa pods. Huntington Library remains one of my favorites which I aim to visit twice a year! Visiting the Huntington Library always brings back childhood memories. I love seeing both the "old" and the "new"--all the same great "walking trails ", and even after a decade, I'm still enjoying the vast area but I do feel the front entrance had been commercialized too much. Once you get your ticket(s), prices seems to had gone through the roof now. :(( Looking past the ticket price, i always hit the Japanese Garden and Greenhouse first. I remember standing on the Japanese bridge back in the late '70s; today the colors are faded and blocked but it carries charm. Across the way, the newer Chinese Garden is absolutely stunning. The koi ponds, pagoda, beautifully intertwined bridges, and lush greenery are very nice. I can't help but feel a little jealous of how perfectly maintained everything is--the plants are so healthy, and the greenhouse is a joy to visit because of all those non-native HUGE leaves and cocoa pods. Huntington Library remains one of my favorites which I aim to visit twice a year!

The Huntington, has a history rooted in the personal passions of railroad magnate Henry E. Huntington. Although commonly associated with Pasadena, it is technically located in the adjacent city of San Marino. My boyfriend and his family have an annual tradition of visiting during the holidays, and I was so glad I finally got to join them this time. Let me tell you, "impressive" doesn't even begin to cover it. The property is absolutely stunning, but I quickly realized it's impossible to experience everything in a single day. The Chinese and Japanese Gardens were easily the most serene and zen areas on the property. We also passed through parts of the Desert Garden, which was completely different in atmosphere, very dramatic, expansive, and filled with towering cacti and succulents from around the world. Even with just a brief walk-through, it was clear how thoughtfully curated and visually striking it is, and it's easy to see why it's one of The Huntington's most iconic areas. Even after several hours of walking, there were still entire sections I didn't even step foot in. Because of the sheer size of the property, plan to wear comfortable shoes. We didn't get to explore a lot of areas and still walked about 8 miles total by the end of the day. We also had a reservation at the Rose Garden Tea Room, which naturally limited our time further but it was a lovely experience and a nice break during a long day of exploring. A quick heads-up: having a tea room reservation does not include general admission to the property. Since our visit fell on a holiday weekend, admission was $34 per person. That said, admission is free on the first Thursday of every month but tickets must be reserved in advance. They're released on the last Thursday of the preceding month at 9am and reportedly sell out almost instantly, so it's definitely something to plan ahead for if you're flexible. If you are a first-time visitor, my best advice is to pick two or three must-see areas rather than trying to see it all. It's a huge property with so much hidden detail that you really can't rush it. I'm already planning my next trip back to see the parts I missed!

Always a wonderful place to explore. Last time I came some gardens were under construction but this time everything was open. I would say you can't miss the Chinese garden and Japanese gardens. The other gardens were lovely as well, but definitely not as dense as these two. There are free parking options. Looking forward to coming back.

This place is so beautiful and so much to see. Tons of different gardens and art galleries, but the Chinese and Japanese gardens in particular are stellar.

Beautiful day to visit the Huntington Gardens with my family. Sky white with clouds, sprinkling on and off, all the dozens of shades of green accented with bright pinks and yellows.

Nothing else can compare to the Huntington! I've been coming here for 50+ years and I've seen a lot of changes, from a "donation" admission fee to an actual admission fee. I was there for the redo of the gift shop and entrance area. I've been there for many special events and it's always first class! The beauty, the relaxing atmosphere, eating lunch while looking over the grounds; it's always been an outstanding experience!

I have been a member of The Huntington for over a decade, and I visit often on weekends, especially since members can enter as early as 8 a.m., depending on their membership tier. Every visit feels unique, with rotating art exhibitions and ever-changing garden blooms that reflect the seasons. You can easily tailor each visit to your interests--focusing solely on the art galleries, the gardens, or a combination of both. Throughout the year, The Huntington also hosts special events such as Lunar New Year celebrations and bonsai shows. I especially enjoy the Lunar New Year festivities, when the Chinese Garden comes alive with musicians in traditional attire playing classical instruments, children's activities, and themed dishes offered in the cafés. The bonsai shows are equally impressive, featuring a wide variety of beautifully curated bonsai trees. I highly recommend becoming a member, as the cost essentially pays for itself after just a few visits. The only downside is that the food can be fairly pricey for what is offered.

I would usually go to the Huntington once a year, but now that I've moved back, I'm visiting more often thanks to my membership. I love coming here and bringing a free guest. The gardens are lovely, as well as the exhibits, and they have such a cute and fun store. I get a discount at the store and some of the restaurants. The Huntington is closed Tuesdays and the first Thursday of every month is free. It is highly recommended to make a reservation on weekends.

This place feels like stepping into a living dream. Every turn reveals something new--light, color, texture, shadows--an entire world begging to be photographed. I captured a few of my favorite moments, but honestly, no picture does this place full justice. Bring your comfiest shoes, because wandering here feels like drifting through chapters of an art book you never want to end. From immersive exhibits to serene gardens, every space has its own heartbeat. Reservations are easy to make online, and membership is worth considering if you think you'll be pulled back (and you probably will). Whether you come with a date, your family, or just your own curiosity, you'll leave feeling a little more inspired than when you arrived. A magical, art-filled escape--highly recommended.

I have lived in Southern California forever, but never gone here, despite knowing a lot of people who told me it's an absolute must visit. And that was absolutely the truth. You could spend all day here, or even more than a day to really take it all in. I can't wait to go back and visit in April when the rose garden is in bloom. But even in the middle of winter, it was pretty spectacular to see all the different plants and zones of the world. This spot should be on anyone's bucket list.

I always come visit this place when I want to be surrounded by nature or when I want to visit some art pieces. First of all free parking! Secondly, this place is for walking so bring comfy shoes & some water. There are many gardens, such as the Chinese garden , conservatory (my fave) , & Japanese garden. The tickets are a bit pricy in my opinion, however you can try to get the free tickets that are dropped the last Thursday of the month to enter the park the following Thursday. The gift shop is amazing & always curated based on the season or holiday of the moment. The park offers a small cart that can take you from one point to another in the park since it's a long walk. Overall, an amazing place to solo explore, bring family, or have a cute date.

This is a review for the Huntington Botanical Gardens. In short, this is a great place to visit for a visually refreshing landscape of an impressive arrangement of plants. The Gardens has a neatly arranged park with hundreds of plants pertaining to their own biological environments; from Desert plants all the way to tropical, this Garden is stunning. I really liked their Rose Garden, Chinese landscape area as well as the Japanese Garden. The place is large so bring your comfy walking shoes as you will definitely get your steps in today. Visit this place on a nice sunny day!

This was my first time here and it was such a beautiful experience. The garden and museum is huge, and there's so much to see. My favorite garden was the Camelia garden, it had beautiful Italian statues and really reminded me of a garden I visited in Florence, breathtaking. There are also many more like the desert garden with lots of unique cacti, and the Japanese garden and Chinese garden, both very authentic looking. If you want to see beautiful art, feel in touch with nature, and unwind from the outside world, this is the place to go.

My first visit to The Huntington was many years ago on a free admission day, which used to be the first Thursday of every month. Fast forward to recently, I came across a post on The Huntington's Instagram about the corpse flower. I remembered hearing about one blooming at the Fullerton Arboretum years ago, but I never made it because the timing is so tricky--the bloom only lasts about 24 hours. So when I saw that The Huntington's corpse flower was about to bloom, I immediately reserved a timed ticket for the next morning. I think a lot of people did the same, just to see this rare flower. Parking wasn't the best, but luckily I found a spot. Walking up to the entrance felt familiar, though I didn't really remember much from my first visit. Maps weren't available everywhere, just at certain spots, so I decided to follow the crowd. They had moved the corpse flower into the greenhouse for display, right next to the Children's Garden. By the time I finally got to see it, the smell wasn't too strong--I think I missed the peak hours of that infamous odor. Inside the greenhouse it was very humid, but I enjoyed seeing so many unique and interesting plants. Outside, the weather was hot and there wasn't much shade, so I was relieved to discover the shuttle running counterclockwise around the grounds. I hopped on at Stop 1 near the Children's Garden and rode it to Stop 7, which was the closest to the exit. After my first visit, I got an email that I can use the admission towards the purchase of annual membership, so I did... I got the cheapest membership which I can only bring Kids under 18 years old. Which is fine with me because II have no plan bringing anyone. It had been very hot since I got my membership, so I finally made another visit during the cooler days, decided to start a the desert garden , which I found a lot of different cactus that I had never seen before... that is very intriguing! And I absolutely love it... There is a bag check at the entrance, I think drones and selfie sticks are prohibited but my camera is fine. Not sure if nxt time I bring my 100-400mm pro lens..I think there is only a restriction for a commercial photography.and it's app not checking for weapon. There is a fountain drink station at the end of the desert garden which is the life saver! Utilize the shuttle can save you lot of energy !if I know about it I would had come sooner bcuz it tired me out already 10 yrs ago just to cover the whole ground by foot.. The Desert Garden is locate down the road from stop 7. And it's a more steep slope so by walking to stop 7 lily pond to catch the shuttle is much easier bc it's downhill instead walking up the slope back...

It never gets boring. No matter which time of the year, the garden has a priceless beauty. I personally like the wilder areas more than the highly architectural ones. Alltogether, this is always a nice showcase to take out-of-town guests, who typically as a little plus indulge in the store at the end of the day. PREVIOUS REVIEW 2 Such a beautiful place, particularly now in the spring when everything starts to blossom. Since my last visit (before Covid), several sections have been expanded, eg the Chinese Garden, and others are under construction. The Huntington remains a super fav! PREVIOUS REVIEW 1 What do the Huntington Library, the beach, and High Sierra (e.g. Mammoth) have in common? The incredible display of nature that make each one of them an irreplaceable ingredient for L.A. quality of life. No matter how full it is, there is always the inevitable peace to rebalance from the day-to-day stress. The richness of conjoined plants with their wilderness, beauty, danger, independence, and durability that spans decades and centuries but observes subtle human-made changes puts many things into perspective. And its beauty is simply relaxing... P.S. ... never regretted the membership ...

This place is a paradise now the only I wish they had was a more detailed map. But this place is a must now dress comfortable, you can try to be cute but girl you are gonna be walking and make sure you pack snacks and water cuz nobody got time for $7 drinks. But all in all I love this place I have came 3 times and it's a beauty so much to do. I have been 3 times and I still haven't seen it all. At the end stop by the cute shop. Ooh I almost forgot they have a rose tea room my mama took me for my anniversary to my now Wx go figure but like I say give it a try then you decide

The Huntington is a hidden library, research institution, botanical garden, and walking estate. I love early access tier for members to beat the heat and the crowds. The highlights: 1. Rose Garden - flowers bloom during tax season 4/15 2. Chinese Garden - scenic with koi fish lake and waterfalls 3. Japanese Garden - Shoyu House 4. Galleries They also offer eateries on site and a gift shop. Overall, it's super breathtaking and stunning. A sight to behold with what money and funding can buy!

I went to the Huntington Garden with my sister and honestly... it felt like taking a deep breath after holding it way too long. Green, green, green everywhere..like the world decided to turn the saturation all the way up just for us. You could drop me off at 10am and I wouldn't even notice the sun going down. There's that much to do. Worth it? Absolutely. This is one of the best botanical/art museum experiences in all of LA, period. If you need a reset, inspiration, or just a gorgeous backdrop for existing, Huntington delivers every time !!

I went here for the gardens and it's massive and I'm really glad I went, just wish it wasn't close to 100 that day. There are a number of different themed gardens over the property and they are all pretty nice. Any time is probably nice, but I bet springtime would be spectacular. For me, I think highlights would be the Japanese and Chinese garden areas. If you are a photographer, there are a number of places to get some interesting shots. Weekends are probably busy, so if you can swing middle of the week, I'm sure you'll find it not too crowded. Honestly, wasn't too bad when I went because the place is huge.

8/2/25 Gadzooks! Wow! It's been ages since I visited the Huntington. Today, my main goal was to see the Green Boy or who I fondly call, Stinky. It's the Corpse Flower which is originally a variety of species found in Indonesia. I remember watching the time-lapse video of this phenomenal world's largest flower known in Indonesia as Bunga Bangkai (translated literally as fruit of the corpse) As you can imagine, it is said to have the scent of rotten meat or decomp. Missing it altogether because it bloomed on July 31st & only lasts no more than 2 days. I am not a glutton for punishment wanting to smell this abomination but it's really for the admiration of its historical & scientific significance. Truly, a wondrous sight. You have to see (and smell) for yourselves). If I remember correctly, it blooms only every 2-3 years. So this failed visit was vital. I will time my visit wisely next time. Enjoyed myself immensely as I rushed to go towards the Conservatory to see Stinky. It's inside a controlled environment where it's like the humid & tropical inside. I also caught a glimpse of the jackfruit tree with its fruits that are about roughly 30-45 lbs each. There's not enough time to see everything at The Huntington but I am glad I was able to see what I had set out to see. This place is huge which the Tea House, art galleries, the Rose Gardens, etc. I forgot to bring my hat, it was hot!!! Some people were prepared & brought umbrellas, smart! Until next time! I would love to post Stinky's photo WHILE in bloom, & wish "Smell-O-Vision would have be invented & get the full experience on Yelp. Highly recommend this fabulous & phenomenal garden, worth a visit!

Our friends recommended that we come here. We bought tickets ahead of time. An amazing stroll through well maintained gardens. We had lunch at the Chinese gardens (overrated Panda Express type). Would love to return.

The moment I step in, it feels like entering a magical land--and every time I leave, nothing feels quite the same afterward. I visit about once a month just to sit, read a book, and soak in the atmosphere. There's a sense of calm and elegance here that truly sets it apart from many other Los Angeles experiences. The gardens are a highlight for many visitors, with beautifully curated spaces like the Japanese Garden, the Chinese Garden of Flowing Fragrance, and the Desert Garden. The variety is incredible--it feels like visiting multiple destinations in one place. My advice is to take your time and not rush. Places like this are deeply inspiring and serve as a reminder that nature is an essential part of who we are. While the food on-site is convenient, it can be pricey. Keep an eye on your budget--there are plenty of nearby spots where you can find more affordable dining options.

So getting here is a little bit misleading, especially if you're on foot. Depending on what platform you're using for a map it will often try to take you down people's private driveways so I recommend taking an Uber to get here. Once I got here, I saw that you had to have tickets so I scanned the QR code and it looked like it was free admission for the day and I was OK with everything but I was not. So that I had to go to the ticket encounter and get another ticket. It was very confusing. When's inside, though I finally figured out that it was a series of several different gardens. Looking at maps it just looked like they were a bunch of different open parks by each other. I didn't realize it was part of this place. I definitely recommend bringing a hat because it's very open and very sunny and very hot and I got very sunburnt. That being said, it was still a cool experience to go and walk through all of the different gardens and seeing the different plants and the flowers and the different themes with each section. I think the price to get in is a bit high though, but still cool to see.

This is a beautiful place to visit, and especially if you're visiting Southern California and near the SGV area, this is definitely worth a day trip. Don't forget to make reservations online on what time you wanna come, for Friday, Saturday, and Sundays. Parking is easy in the lot, but sometimes can get very full during the weekends, so you can expect to park a little further unless you come early in the morning. There's a little kid area, that my daughter loves! We always make sure to bring water shoes and a change of clothes, especially in the warm days in case she wants to play in the water area. Make sure to have your phone and camera completely charged, you'll be taking lots of beautiful pictures here! This gift shop is so cute, but it is on the pricier side.

On a hot summer day, I visited The Huntington for the first time with family. It got hot around noon, so I decided to spend time in the art galleries and cafe. There are so many flowers, plants, and art to see and learn about. I'd definitely want to visit again during a cooler day to get some more photos of the flowers here. I didn't even get to visit the Chinese Garden, so I'd want to see that when I come back. I took most of my photos at the Rose Garden. The climbing roses were so interesting, and there was some shade that allowed for better lighting during the bright late morning. I think it would be nice visiting closer to sunset since I prefer the lighting for my camera during that time. I eventually made my way to the Herb Garden and met two nice docents. One lady said I could rub on the Thai basil leaves and smell them. The scent reminded me of the basil from pho restaurants. Then, another docent named Jane taught me about deadheading. Her work cutting stems and flowers caught my interest. She mentioned how she used to be teacher, and I appreciated the passion she put into sharing her knowledge with me. The Mabel Orientation Gallery was very interesting because they had a model of the Pacific Electric Railway Company's "Red Car." Pacific Electric connected greater Los Angeles with a streetcar transit system running on steel tracks. As someone who uses public transit a lot, it was fascinating to see how this railway became the precursor for today's rail lines in Southern California. I appreciated learning how many of Metro's rights-of-way use the routes of the original Pacific Electric lines. Henry Huntington's ownership of the Pacific Electric Railway definitely gave me a clue as to how he amassed the wealth needed to build his estate in San Marino. The European art gallery was once the mansion of Henry and Arabella Huntington. Seeing the mansion's amazing size, lavish interior, and staircase window looking out to the gardens made me think of how only a few elites gained so much prosperity during the Gilded Age.

We had an amazing day walking through the various gardens at The Huntington. Although a repeat visit for me, I had an opportunity on this visit to see the gorgeous rose garden which was in full bloom. The Rose Garden Tea Room is now open and has views of the herb and rose gardens. The Huntington gardens are well maintained, unique, calming, and absolutely worth visiting.

Really awesome place to walk around and admire nature, art, and some architecture. Tickets are easily purchasable in advance online. I would recommend trying to come during one of the earlier time slots during the summer, as a lot of the gardens are not shaded and it can get very toasty in the peak afternoon. Although we purchased tickets for 2pm, we arrived at around 1:30pm and were still admitted in with no issues. Be prepared for a lot of steps, especially if you want to visit all the gardens and exhibitions! The European hall and American art exhibitions had some great sculptures, oil paintings, and abstract art. The Japanese and Chinese gardens were beautiful. The Japanese garden especially reminded me of Japan and was better than the ones in San Francisco and Portland.

The Huntington is where old money went to die and left behind 207 acres of "look how rich I was" for the rest of us to gawk at. Henry E. Huntington was a railroad tycoon so loaded he basically bought half of Los Angeles, married his uncle's widow (because apparently Monopoly rules applied to real life), and then flexed so hard he built an art museum, a rare book library, and gardens big enough to hide three cults in. Savage? Absolutely. But now we get to stroll through it like freeloading aristocrats. The library is insane. Original Chaucer manuscripts? Check. A Gutenberg Bible? Check. Drafts of Shakespeare so old you can smell the plague? Yup. Huntington hoarded books like your grandma hoards Beanie Babies--except his stash is worth billions. The art museum is where The Blue Boy stares you down with the energy of a 5-year-old whose parents just gave him a juice box. Gainsborough, Mary Cassatt, 18th-century British portraiture--you know, the kind of art rich people used to buy just to say "Yeah, that's my ancestor. He owned a hat factory." The gardens? They're next-level ridiculous. The Japanese Garden is so Zen it might actually erase your credit card debt. The Chinese Garden looks like a set piece from Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. And the Desert Garden? Hundreds of cacti that look like Dr. Seuss went on ayahuasca. It's a botanical fever dream. But let's be real: this place screams, "I had obscene wealth and didn't know what to do with it." And thank God for that. Because now you, me, and every influencer in L.A. can walk around taking selfies with koi ponds and pretending we're cultured. Pro tip: The café charges $18 for a salad that tastes like it was foraged from the side of the 210 freeway. Bring snacks or accept your fate as a bougie hostage. Bottom line? The Huntington is not just a museum or a garden--it's Henry Huntington flipping off history and saying, "I was so rich, I married my uncle's widow, hoarded all the books, and now you're going to Instagram my roses." This isn't culture. This is a billionaire's ego trip. And it's glorious.

Haven't been here for over 10 years. Parking is limited so go early. Staffs are friendly and helpful. Great walk to explore nature. Great family friendly place. Love the flowers and the various gardens. Shall be back again soon.

The Huntington is absolutely beautiful!! I came recently and the roses were in full bloom! The staff here do such an amazing job in all the gardens, taking care of all the plants. They look like they're abundant and healthy! We stayed almost the whole day here and we only got to explore a fraction of this place. I definitely want to come back soon and revisit the same gardens and explore more of the other gardens. There's also museums with curated arts and collections that are also just as amazing. I love how they continue to update the areas with new pieces to keep you coming back. It's $30 for a day pass. I'm definitely considering getting an annual membership for $175 for 2 ppl! It's pretty worth!

So big and beautiful gardens !! I especially loved the Japanese and Chinese gardens. Lots to see !! But the parking was super tough. I couldn't find parking in the lot and had to park at entrance on the street on Oxford. The roses are starting to bloom !!

If you haven't been here this is a must place to visit. So many beautiful things to see here. I was amazed at natures beauty and what this place has to offer

A beautiful garden estate with lots to enjoy for everyone! I've visited The Huntington several times, and each day is different with new areas to explore. Through the CalFresh Museum For All Program, the Huntington is only $3. Parking is also free! Just beware that the rose season and the weekends are very busy. The Huntington's summer music program is excellent. They feature a weekly rotation of musicians in the different themed garden areas. The Rose Garden features classical music from the Pasadena Conservatory of Music, while the Chinese Garden features traditional folk music. Pro-tip #1: Enjoy boba tea in the Chinese Garden and Afternoon High Tea in the English Rose Garden! Pro-tip #2: Picnicking is not allowed throughout the grounds, but the Huntington Store has a designated picnic area with tables and umbrellas.

I've been to the The Huntington Library Museum and Botanical Gardens before. I love the grounds. So beautiful! I went on a Thursday which it is free to the public. You must make online reservations for free admissions day. I started with the Maple Orientation Gallery. It's like a visitor's center. There was a room showing a few short films about The Huntington. There is a gallery inside too. It's a great place to cool down especially with 90 degree weather. I visited the rose and herb gardens. I also went to museum. Beautiful artifacts and artwork. Finally I went to the Japanese and Chinese gardens. Both are amazing. Great news: they do have a shuttle bus but it only runs every 30 minutes. They have a nice gift shop and small restaurant called Red Car. The Red Car sells ice cream, chips, sandwiches and other snacks.

Had to add a little special occasion fun review to the Gardens. We were in the green house when one of the corpse flowers was being cut back. The botanist encouraged us to discover the wild insides of this amazing plant and I was able to take a shot of child with giant zucchini to photo roll. Ok, not a giant zucchini, but a cutting of a corpse plant which is just about as cool. I have a membership here and it is priceless. This beautiful spot is a much needed escape from the noise and frantic activity that is LA. Highly recommend.

This place is soooo huge, it's hard to visit everything. Definitely worth the price and worth going back to. If you love nature and walks, this place has you covered. The gift shop at the end is also pretty cool and filled with knickknacks.

Honestly, this place is like stepping into a different universe. One second you're in L.A. traffic, the next you're wandering through a Japanese garden wondering if you should quit your job and become a monk. The desert garden? Straight up like being on Mars but with prettier succulents. The rose garden? Let's just say if you don't take at least one Instagram picture there, did you even go? Inside, you've got old manuscripts and art that makes you feel smarter just by being in the same room. ("Yes, that's the Gutenberg Bible. No big deal, just the first mass-printed book ever.") Tips from someone who learned the hard way: * Wear comfy shoes unless you want your Fitbit laughing at you. * Bring water. It's gorgeous but it's a hike. * Plan at least half a day -- you can't speed-date this place. Parking is free (a unicorn in L.A.), staff is lovely, and you'll leave feeling cultured, calm, and slightly smug that you spent your day doing something other than scrolling TikTok. 10/10 would recommend -- bring a date, bring your mom, bring yourself. The Huntington never disappoints.

Stopped by on Saturday, 03/29/25. This is my second time here, and the first time I visited this place was back in my elementary/middle school days - so it's been a while. Visiting this place is very nostalgic for me too! General admission for an Adult is $29. You would have to purchase the tickets online and make a reservation in advance by choosing a time slot. I would highly recommend trying to get the earliest time slot as possible as this place is only open from 10am-5pm, and there are lots and LOTS of areas to explore and take pictures! Otherwise, you will definitely feel rushed if your time slot is later in the day. A nice place to get your steps in and spend quality time.

Pricing for the gardens and museum is high! I would go a lot more often if it was more reasonable. To be fair, it is beautifully maintained and staffed. There are not many restrooms or drinking fountains/water refill stations. It can also get very crowded. I visited on a chilly, rainy day and the parking lot was very busy! The crowds were not too bad, but there were still people everywhere in bad weather.

My sister and I went to The Huntington at 10am on a Thursday and it was lightly populated, no waiting to buy tickets, and such an enriching, beautiful experience. This was my 4th visit in the past 5 years and each time I leave knowing I saw just a fraction of what this immense place has to offer. On this trip, we chose to walk around the immense and varied gardens and then end with the museum portion when the day began to warm up. My favorite gardens are the rose garden, the Japanese and Chinese gardens, including the bonsai tree area, and the area that has the pond with the turtles in it. A bonus is driving through San Marino to get to The Huntington and looking at all the amazing properties.

Visiting from Las Vegas. Beautiful experience walking through the gardens. Enjoyed lunch at the 1919 cafe. Was excited to see the Gutenberg Bible but it was not on display. The Huntington art gallery was impressive.

This is a beautiful place! I heard about this place and had wanted to come for years - but the stars never aligned until now. My aunt and uncle were in town and my mom wanted to take them sight-seeing - perfect opportunity for me to explore somewhere new as well! We came here during winter on a weekday afternoon, so it was still a little chilly, but not cold since the sun was out and walking around the huge gardens warmed us up. I loved all the walkways and paths found throughout the gardens - such a relaxing atmosphere made me want to just wander aimlessly through and take my time enjoying the peace. My mom, aunt and uncle were very fascinated by a huge plant that was in front of one of the libraries. They spent a great amount of time circling around the plant, discussing how the plant grows and taking pictures to show friends/family. I got some time to bask in the sunlight as I waited for them. We were able to see some of the exhibits that were on display around the gardens, but some buildings were closed and we couldn't walk through. We made it halfway around (again, this place is huge!!) before my mom, aunt and uncle got tired of walking. After resting for a bit in the Chinese Gardens and taking pictures, we decided it was time to head back home. We caught one of the tram rides back to the front and it gave us a quick view of the other gardens we didn't make it to. I will definitely have to make my way back one day to finish walking around the gardens. I also want to see the inside of the closed buildings and maybe spend time in one of the cafes. One a weekday afternoon - there were people milling about, but it wasn't too crowded. I am sure that weekends, especially during the nice summer months, will be much more crowded.

Love spending time here with my kids. They love exploring the various gardens and can we just talk about the fragrant air of the rose gardens!? I could smell them before I saw them, I felt like my nose was leading our journey to the rose garden. We happened to stop by on a day when they had live music in the rose garden and what a treat. We decided to lie down under a tree and enjoy the music. The grounds are well maintained and plenty of space for energetic kids to run and explore.

Darlene (if I am remembering her name correctly! ) was our docent for the Japanese Garden tour today. She is an absolute gem! So knowledgeable. So authentic. So connected to the history, beauty, and art of the Japanese people. We learned so much and she really made it special. We are so thankful, for her and for Huntington, for this once in a lifetime experience. Highly recommend.

Never heard about this place, and my mom wanted to check it out. Disclaimer, we went on a holiday weekend so parking could have been because of that. But its in a neighborhood, the gates are noticeable and beautiful, they do require reservations Friday - Sunday. Entering the gate someone will ask for your reservation, we had a 1pm reservation, but parking was soo packed so we ended up parking in the surrounding neighborhood. It wasn't too far off than the last parking spot in their lots. We walked towards the front checked in and received a map. I think the map needs more details and the property for signage. We got lost more than a few times. I thought we were going the right way then realizing we passed sights we wanted to see. But we still enjoyed ourselves. There is a Chinese restaurant that we ate at near the Chinese garden, it was delicious. We enjoyed our meal and the views surrounding us. There are plenty of bathrooms throughout the trails.

Beautiful day for the gardens. We went on a super busy weekend so the parking was wild, but other than that it was delightful

What a beautiful visit we had! I wasn't certain we'd be able to get in - at the parking lot entrance we were turned away for not having a reservation. We turned around, made same day reservations (for about an hour later) talked about trying to find a coffee shop in town but figured we'd just eat at a cafe in the Library or Gardens - there are many of them scattered throughout the expansive grounds. The last time visited, the Library spaces (rare books and art museums) were closed. So that's where we started, viewing their Gutenberg Bible, Shakespeare First Foluo, and an early printing of The Canterbury Tales. And In the European Art Museum, there's Gainsborough's The Blue Boy (with other gems here and in the American Art museum). This place is heaven for a retired English teacher and an art museum staffer. (Don't get me wrong, our adult kids love it here too and visit often, mostly for the gardens.) As we walked through those stunningly beautiful interconnected gardens, some of the LA traffic stress just melted away. Even on a busy day with many - many - tourists here with us we found peaceful spots to enjoy by ourselves. My favorite spaces were probably the Japanese and Chinese gardens, though they are among the busiest spaces here. I loved the many water features and the overlook near the boba shop. The medicinal herbs and plants were fascinating. What a wonderful place to spend a few hours (if you avoid the craziness of the gift shop).