Immerse yourself in a lush oasis featuring a diverse collection of exotic plants in the iconic Botanical Building and Lily Pond in Balboa Park.
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Oct 16, 2024
My husband & I had our wedding reception photos here in January 1979, & its beautiful tropical flowers & plants made a lovely background. It looks just about the same now as it did then.Full review by Gina M
Aug 31, 2023
A fun place to wander for a morning or afternoon. Soak in the gardens and water features. Learn about the history and architecture along the way. The hop-on-and-off bus/trolley will stop here regular…Full review by AmyPinMN
Dec 18, 2022
Although closed for total rebuild, the Botanical Building is a marvelous structure. Featuring an eclectic and lovely botanical collection, it is an oasis of quiet and beauty in the city and at the ce…Full review by 399benjaminm
Do you have any idea of how much time to allot to leisurely stroll through the outdoor areas of Balboa Park ( not including the zoo) ?
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If you stay on the paths, you can enjoy the park in two-three hours. If you have more time, you'll enjoy it more because there are several not-on-paths strolls down and up the hills, and …
If you stay on the paths, you can enjoy the park in two-three hours. If you have more time, you'll enjoy it more because there are several not-on-paths strolls down and up the hills, and of course enjoying the various museums. We always end up spending at least 4-5 hours there.
Is there any entrance fee for the garden? Just curious =)
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I just saw this question. No, no fees. The park is a great family experience, the grounds are free. You pay for the museums throughout though. And the zoo.
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