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All visitors who aren’t members must buy a general admission ticket.

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9am–5pm daily

Plan an excursion through our urban oasis of cultivated gardens and nearly wild, natural landscapes. Set aside a smidge of extra time for unexpected garden secrets and delights along the way!

Come to Descanso Gardens to experience, learn, and expand with an activity, class, program, or event designed to inspire.

Discover our world-class botanical and horticultural wonders and how we care for them.

Dive into a wellspring of opportunities for kids and adults to learn, observe nature, and participate in the garden.

As a non-profit public garden, we welcome you to join us in supporting our mission through membership and giving. With you, we grow in gratitude!

At Descanso Gardens we connect people with nature and one another. Read about our rich history and future plans to preserve the beauty and heritage of the gardens.

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All visitors who aren’t members must buy a general admission ticket

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Hours

9am–5pm daily

Location

1418 Descanso Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
818.949.4200
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Descanso Gardens is a botanical oasis that welcomes all to its cultivated gardens and natural landscapes. We can’t wait to see you in the gardens!

Enchanted Forest of Light is back Nov. 17–Jan. 5

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Daytime admission (how it works)

  • Members can enter Descanso during daytime hours without a ticket
  • Non-members need a ticket to enter the gardens
  • Purchase daytime admission on-site at Descanso or here on our website

Please note that Descanso Gardens is cashless

Purchase daytime admission

Daytime ticket prices

Adults $15
Seniors (65+) $11
Students with ID $11
Children (5-12) $5
Children 4 and under FREE

Free Tuesday

  • Free Tuesday occurs on the third Tuesday of every month
  • On the first day of the month at 10am, we release a set number of Free Tuesday tickets
  • Advance tickets are required, are not available at the door, and must be reserved in advance on our website
  • Free admission is for daytime hours only and does not include entry to Enchanted Forest of Light 
  • January 21 Free Tuesday tickets are available Thursday, January 2 at 10am

Free Tuesday FAQs

When are Free Tuesday tickets made available?

What if the first day of the month falls on a weekend or holiday?

If the first day of the month falls on a weekend, we’ll release Free Tuesday tickets the Monday after. If it falls on a holiday, we’ll release Free Tuesday tickets on the first business day after the first of the month.

What If I get a Free Tuesday ticket and then can’t make it for that date?

Free Tuesday tickets are good only for the day they’re booked and can’t be used any other day.

Can I book a group tour for a Free Tuesday?

Sorry, we do not allow group tours on Free Tuesdays. If you have a group of 20 people or more, you can reserve a group tour in advance on another day. Tours may be self-guided or docent led. To arrange a group tour, please email grouptours@descansogardens.org or phone 818.949.4200.

What if I’m a member?

It’s like every day is “Free Tuesday” when you’re a Descanso Gardens member because daytime admission is ALWAYS free for members!

Visit Basics

Food isn’t allowed in the gardens

We invite you to purchase food at The Market and enjoy it in the Courtyard, or bring your own food and enjoy it on the picnic tables near Guest Services.

Please observe our code of conduct while in the gardens

  • We welcome you to eat in the Courtyard or at the picnic tables outside of Guest Services.
  • Please respect our staff and visitors at all times.
  • Descanso will not tolerate inappropriate behavior, including, but not limited to: Yelling, violence, intimidation, threats, harassment, aggression, swearing, damage, abuse, sexual harassment, or those who are aggressive toward staff or other visitors. Individuals who exhibit these behaviors toward staff or other visitors will be expelled from the gardens.
  • For immediate concerns, please go directly to Guest Services for assistance.
  • If you have suggestions or questions, please contact visitorcenter@descansogardens.org

Still have questions that aren’t covered in this section? Our Visit FAQs cover a wide landscape of information to help you plan your visit to Descanso.

Secret Gardens

GARDEN SECRET

Birdwatching benches

Birds galore behind Mulberry Pond

The benches just behind Mulberry Pond are a perfect place to relax and watch the birds flit by

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