My wife and I visited Descanso garden in April. It's nicely laid out and the outer ring doesn't take long to walk. For us the Japanese garden was the highlight. Third Tuedays of the month are free.

This garden is so accessible. The entrance fee is reasonable. The food in the cafe is great. The garden itself is a pleasant experience for anyone who enjoys Southern California landscaping at its best. It is small enough to touch on everything in one visit, but every day is a new adventure as the seasons and the coming and going... More

Originally planted many decades ago, Descanso Gardens is a must see for any local or visitor who likes to visit botanical gardens. The camelias,under old oak trees, comprise North America's largest collection. But these camelias aren't like the kind in your mom's yard. These camelias bushes (no, trees, not bushes) are old, established and huge. There's also a beautiful rose... More

Descanso Gardens is a beautiful place to visit and fun for all ages from the very young to the very old. The gates open at 8am, though the gardens do not open until 9am. It has plenty of free parking. Admission is $8 for 12 and older, $6 for seniors and students, $3 for kids 5 -11, free for kids... More

I always enjoy my visits to the gardens. Anytime of the year it's colorful. The Boddy House is beautiful. The recently opened art gallery is wonderful. great food at the cafe. There is a small scale train ride that seems to be very popular with families. Also there is a Japanese tea house. All in all it's a fantastic place... More

Gardens are beautiful anytime of the year but really special when the camellias are in bloom, late winter. Summer is spectacular as well. Lovely escape from the heat with all the trees and ponds. Summer also brings evening concerts on the grass. Some folks pack a picnic. Food venues at the gardens are expensive and dissapointing. Better to grab a... More

This has been a family favorite for years. It's a quiet garden with beautiful oaks, rose garden, edible landscape garden, tea house and lovely water gardens. A peaceful place to walk alone or share with friends. End the visit by taking a peek inside the gift shop.

Beautiful gardens, especially in springtime. The camellias are the showstoppers, however they have tulips in season and a nice display of roses. Old Pasadena at it's best!

I have visited Descanso Gardens through every month of the year for many years and it never disappoints. It's January and the camellias are budding and in various stages of bloom, creating a forest of color of magical proportions. Take the arched foot bridge to visit the Japanese Full Moon Tea House flanked by giant bamboo, where you can sit... More