We went in summer of 2010. The property is absolutely beautiful and there are many neat plants and gardens. We had a tour that lasted about 3 hours and it was just wonderful. More

reservation only, there is always something in bloom. it's worth the challenge to get in. the docents enliven the story of the property. a must see if you're into flowers, plants. amazing blend of asian and cacti/succulents with unique specimen plants thrown in! take your camera! More

This garden was worth a trip to the Santa Barbara area. The tour was informative and the gardens breathtaking. Not to be missed--even if you're not a garden lover. More

We went to Lotusland on a beautiful sunny April day. It's beautiful, exactly what everyone else says. Here's what I have to add. Wear good walking shoes and take a bottle of water. If you're really into plants or design or photography this is an amazing place to spend a day but if had it do again I'd take the... More

For a gardener this is a delight. Especially interesting to me were the highly unusual plants from all over the world. Interesting back story, and a great docent to tell it. Beautiful grounds. Don't miss it if in Santa Barbara. More

These famous, historical gardens are not to be missed. The tragic story of Madame Walska, and her love of both exotic jewelry and exotic plants makes the visit magical. She was a femme fatale in every way. Plan to spend several hours to view comfortably. More

You have to reserve a tour of Lotusland in advance, you cannot just turn up, and it is on the expensive side! I must say I was expecting the person who showed us round to be a gardening expert (a plantsman) however the lady who showed us round knew a great deal about the woman who had created the garden,... More

I have visited Lotus Land three times and plan to go again. It is an amazing garden of acres of redwoods, cactus, roses , lotus and many more varieties of plants divided into separate gardens The tour guides are knowledgeable and talk about not only the garden and where many of these rare plants came from but about the interesting... More

very peaceful place. Glad people can experience nature in a city setting. More