Conservatory of Flowers
Conservatory of Flowers
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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The oldest existing building in Golden Gate Park, this Victorian-era greenhouse showcases a wide variety of tropical and seasonal flowers.
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Kelsey H
Baltimore, MD102 contributions
Dec 2019
It was pouring rain during our visit, so we didn't get to see much of the outside. The indoor gardens were beautiful and interesting, and surprisingly held our toddler's attention for a solid few hours. The carnivorous plants and huge lily pads were highlights for us.
Written January 30, 2020
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Gretchzig
Eureka, CA6 contributions
Apr 2021 • Friends
Tried for 2 hours to reach the nearest place to drop my elderly mother off with her walker and then go park and meet her. Saturday morning the road closed to cars, which is great unless you are walking impaired. It was incredibly difficult to access and would not recommend if you are with someone who can’t walk well, unless you know the place and its quirks.
Written April 17, 2021
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star_happylife
Sunnyvale, CA18 contributions
Aug 2022
Amazing place..a true delight with so much variety and unique indoor plants ..took about an hour to complete the tour. There is a small table with plants for sale towards the end (where indoor plants were kept). Dahlia garden outside the conservatory is not to be missed. Parking was available close by friday afternoon near tennis center on the side street. Can't believe, I had not visited this place yet...true hidden gem.
Written August 28, 2022
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Arun K
Nagpur District, India3,374 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
It is green house & botanical gardens with collection of rare & exotic plants from globe.
The plant museum has five galleries of low land tropics, aquatic plants, potted plants, highland tropics & special exhibits.
The visit to galleries change our mind , thoughts & allows our senses to breath .
Even outside front garden is simply awesome !
A great place for picnic & sun basking.
The plant museum has five galleries of low land tropics, aquatic plants, potted plants, highland tropics & special exhibits.
The visit to galleries change our mind , thoughts & allows our senses to breath .
Even outside front garden is simply awesome !
A great place for picnic & sun basking.
Written August 27, 2022
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CJ J
Phoenix, AZ138 contributions
Oct 2021
Beautiful! If you like flowers this is a must do, if you love flowers you can’t miss these beautiful gardens. The day we visited there was a light rain but we still spent an hour or so walking around the gardens. Dalias filled the beds and were in full bloom. Glorious! The grounds are very well kept and beautiful. We also had tickets to tour the green houses and they were something to behold, very special. I would certainly recommend this attraction.
The only improvement I think they could make is to have some sort of gift shop.
The only improvement I think they could make is to have some sort of gift shop.
Written November 2, 2021
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Sara G.
Saint Louis, MO780 contributions
Aug 2024 • Business
The Conservatory of Flowers is like a climatron but with a Victorian-era touch. This greenhouse is one of the oldest of its kind in North America and it houses an impressive collection of exotic plants. Walking through its rooms, each dedicated to a different climate zone, is like stepping into an oxygen sauna. If you love botany or historic architecture, this one is for you.
Written August 8, 2024
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Michael K
San Jose, CA1,107 contributions
May 2022
The green house was closed already (4 pm) when we arrived and so we spent the time walking in the garden in front. There were large stretches of well manicured flowers and the ground rises further away leading to a small bridge which gives an excellent view of the ornate green house structure. Parking, however, is hard to find.
Written May 4, 2022
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JBoise67
Boise, ID161 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
This is an amazing place, full of so many beautiful flowers of all shapes, sizes, colors, and unique characteristics. I would definitely recommend this place to people of all ages. You can walk through the display in 15-20 minutes if you are in a hurry, or you can slow down and really examine everything there is to see. Besides all of the amazing floral, they have piped in animal/insect sounds to really make it feel tropical. The staff was very friendly and fun to chat with, the price is right, and the displays are amazing. A must!
Written March 27, 2023
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ZCC
Fife, UK145 contributions
Feb 2023
Was very much looking forward to this but not quite what we were expecting- maybe it would be better at a different time of the year. Spent less than half an hour walking around. Still a nice wee visit.
Written February 17, 2023
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Bob K
Pittsburgh, PA16 contributions
Feb 2015 • Couples
Save you money and go elsewhere. You'll see more plants if you go to Lowes or Home Depot. We wasted $8/person going here. The entire place only takes about $20 minutes to see the entire site. The building itself look so much larger than what is inside. You are mislead into thinking there is a lot to see inside.
Written February 18, 2015
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Are ESA dogs (small) allowed in the conservatory of flowers?
Written September 14, 2021
How long does it take to go through Night Bloom?
Written December 9, 2019
About 45 minutes but I took a lot of photos. Also I went at 5:30 and beat the crowds. If you go later it will probably take longer. Very impressive
Written December 10, 2019
Are there any Palm trees or Banana plants?
What abt Roses ?
Written May 23, 2018
Climate is humid and I believe there was a banana tree but not palm or roses.
Written May 24, 2018
How do I get there from hotel near Fisherman's Wharf, without a car?
Written July 6, 2017
A couple of options you could take. San Francisco has a pretty extensive public transit system. (muni service). You could look up Muni service map and figure it our from you starting point. Or, easier than that is Uber or Lyft. There always seems to be a driver close by and they have very nice and informative drivers. We actually brought our bikes in and rode all around Golden gate park. Nice way to see everything
Written July 8, 2017
It's not free. $8 per person for non SFO residents. For hours and admission fees please check at conservatoryofflowers website.
Admission fees
General public:
$8.00 for Adults
$6.00 for Youth ages 12-17, Seniors age 65 & over, and College Students with ID
$2.00 for Children ages 5-11
Free for Children ages 4 and under
If you show a San Francisco ID:
$6.00 for Adults
$3.00 for Youth, Seniors and College Students
$2.00 for Children ages 5-11
Free for Children ages 4 and under
Conservatory members enjoy unlimited free admission
Written April 14, 2016
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