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Visit the historic Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park. Explore a world of rare and exotic plants in North America’s oldest wood-and-glass conservatory.
View rare plants beneath the iconic glass dome at the Conservatory of Flowers, find serenity at the historic Japanese Tea Garden, and travel the world of plants at the San Francisco Botanical Garden. Admissions & Hours. Hours and ticket prices, plus details on free days and special discounts. Learn More. Getting Here.
A Victorian confection of wood and glass, the Conservatory of Flowers, which opened in 1879, is the oldest building in Golden Gate Park and one of San Francisco’s most beloved landmarks. It houses some 1,700 species of aquatic and tropical plants, many of them rare, including:
Explore Golden Gate Park's enchanting gardens. Discover the Conservatory of Flowers, Japanese Tea Garden, and San Francisco Botanical Garden. Plan your visit today!
- The Biological Sciences Greenhouse at OSU
- Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens
- Columbus Park of Roses
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Inniswood Metro Gardens
- Topiary Park
- Special Mention: Dawes Arboretum
About: The Biological Sciences Greenhouse at the Ohio State University is the perfect place to spend a rainy day in Columbus. Tours of the facility are available to classes and groups, but also individuals. All you have to do is call and set it up. The greenhouse is home to tropical and desert plants, with over 1,200 specimens! Please note: schedul...
About: Chadwick Arboretum is a 60+ acre urban reserve located in the heart of OSU’s main campus. The arboretum features exciting places to explore, including the learning garden, and a labyrinth offering a place to “relax, reflect, and rejuvenate your spirit.” Admission: Free Location 152 Howlett Hall 2021, Fyffe Rd, Columbus, OH 43210 Website: Cha...
About: One of Columbus’ most iconic parks, the Park of Roses is also one of the most beautiful. The park is 13 acres of sheer beauty, and if the season is right, you can see over 12,000 roses (Typically in May/June). If we had “Wonders of Columbus”, the Park of Roses would definitely make the list. Admission: Free Location 3901 N High St, Columbus,...
About: Franklin Park Conservatory is one of my favorite places in Columbus. With its beautiful Victorian-style Palm House, expansive grounds, and impressive children’s garden, FPC knows how to show garden-goers a good time. The conservatory offers fun events for visitors of all ages and both permanent and rotating exhibits. Admission: $3-$22 Locati...
About: Yearning for a visit to somewhere totally magical? Inniswood Metro Gardens is an absolute dream. The park is full of cozy nooks and crannies where you can enjoy nature in all its glory. Inniswood is 123 acres with over 2,000 species of plants. Admission: Free Location 940 S Hempstead Rd, Westerville, OH 43081 Website: Inniswood Metro Gardens
About: The Topiary Park is truly one-of-a-kind. The park is a living sculptural interpretation of Georges Seurat’s Post-Impressionist painting A Sunday Afternoon on the Isle of La Grand Jatte. It was created in 1992 and features small vignettes created out of hedges. Stop into the nearby Columbus Metropolitan Library for a day full of fun, both ind...
About: We can’t talk about beautiful gardens and not mention Dawes Arboretum, even if it is a mini road trip. The arboretum was founded in 1929 and has several gardens within its 2,000 acres of paradise. The best spot in the park has to be the Japanese garden, where a full afternoon of relaxation is totally achievable. Admission: $5-$10 Location: 7...
A botanical landmark just two miles east of downtown Columbus, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens features exotic plant collections and displays, seasonal exhibitions, outdoor gardens (including community and culinary gardens) and a variety of educational programming. All set within the 88-acre Franklin Park.
Cars: Parking at the Conservatory is free. Limited parking for larger vehicles is available on-site. COTA Bus Stops: Take the 10 line eastbound and use the stop at E. Broad St. & Franklin Park Conservatory; take the 10 line westbound and use the stop at E. Broad St. & Brunson Ave.
