If you like art and are visiting LA, this is a great place to spend a day... Beautiful gardens + impressive art collection...

The different gardens and flowers and just beautiful. The cacti garden is especially nice, almost surreal. The Japanese garden seems like a picture postcard as does the rose garden. Great way to spend the day and the tea room is a must. The miniature scones are well worth the visit.

The Huntington Gardens in San Marino (LA COUNTY) has got to be one of the most beautiful places in Southern California. The extensive Chinese, Japanese, Cactus and Rose Gardens are in themselves enough to make this visit. Then there is the Huntington Home filled with priceless art treasures including the original BLUEBOY and PINKIE. There is over 100 acres of... More

The roses were in bloom last week (mid-May), so many varieties and colors to enjoy. Visit the Conservatory to see orchids and other tropical plants. We had afternoon tea in the Rose Garden Tea Room, where delicious, warm scones are served along with an all-you-can-eat buffet of fresh cut fruit, tea sandwiches (egg, tuna, cream cheese, salmon, etc.), and an... More

This is not advertised as much as it should be - there is SO much to see and the cactus are fantastic! There's also a Japanese and Chinese garden, herb garden, and other things to see. There's lots of walking but also lots of shade and benches for rests. We didn't even get to the library or art collection and... More

The beauty is endless. Plan on a half-day minimum and bring good walking shoes. Find the off-the-path benches to sit and contemplate.

There is something for everyone at this park. A wide variety of plant settings, a nice tea room, and a charming garden especially for small people. I would go there often if I lived In Pasadena.

These gardens are a must see in LA. Don't miss the desert gardenm the ponds and the rose garden. Arrive early because parking fills fast.

If you are looking for alternative LA then make sure you have this place on your itinerary. The Huntington's gardens are spectacular, outstanding and amazing! The variety of themed gardens are very impressive and you really don't have to be a horticulturist to appreciate what's on offer. I've never seen so many unusual species under one roof. In adition to... More