Spring in Los Angeles
Must-See LA Botanical Gardens
Spring is right around the corner, and Los Angeles is home to a range of outdoor activities for every person to enjoy, including botanical gardens. A visit to one (or more!) of Los Angeles’s many botanical gardens is the perfect way to spend a sunny spring day.
Botanical gardens offer a quiet, serene escape from the steady bustle of Los Angeles, and a simple stroll through nature goes a long way in such a fast-paced city. Below you will find some of our favorite botanical gardens in the city. You can purchase tickets on their websites.
South Coast Botanic Garden is a dog-friendly botanic garden, and visitors just might spot other critters who call the park home. This botanic garden is quite large and perfect for visitors looking to get away for a few hours. Tickets are $15 for adults, $11 for seniors and students with ID, and $5 for young children.
2. Los Angeles Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Boasting an array of botanical gardens, the Los Angeles Arboretum & Botanic Garden is expansive in size and tranquility. Experience the flowers and plants, friendly peacocks, and water features the botanical garden offers. Tickets are $15 for adults, $11 for seniors and students with ID, and $5 for young children.
3. The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
The Huntington Botanical Gardens are beautiful and massive, and visiting on several occasions may be the best way to soak up all the scenery! Tickets for young children are $13. On weekdays tickets are $25 for adults and $21 for seniors, military members, and students with ID. On weekends the price is $29 and $24 per ticket.
No better way to appreciate nature than to learn about it! A visit to Virginia Robinson Gardens means an informative 90-minute guided tour throughout the stunning botanical garden. Tickets are $15 for adults, $11 for seniors and students with ID, and $5 for young children.
5. Arlington Garden in Pasadena
Arlington Garden in Pasadena is on the smaller side, but the environment is extraordinary. Being a quaint botanical garden means it is an excellent location for visitors who only have a bit of time to step away from daily life. As a bonus, admission is entirely free.
We hope you enjoy your time!