Plan an excursion through our urban oasis of cultivated gardens and nearly wild, natural landscapes. Set aside a smidge of extra time for unexpected garden secrets and delights along the way!
Come to Descanso Gardens to experience, learn, and expand with an activity, class, program, or event designed to inspire.
Discover our world-class botanical and horticultural wonders and how we care for them.
Dive into a wellspring of opportunities for kids and adults to learn, observe nature, and participate in the garden.
As a non-profit public garden, we welcome you to join us in supporting our mission through membership and giving. With you, we grow in gratitude!
At Descanso Gardens we connect people with nature and one another. Read about our rich history and future plans to preserve the beauty and heritage of the gardens.
After-hours and daytime events with programs designed to connect garden visitors of all ages to nature. Join us for festivals, immersive installations, music, workshops, tours, and more.
Come join our monthly walk for birders of all levels. Bring binoculars! Keep your bird count tallied on the updated Descanso bird checklist. Meets in the Courtyard. No advance registration required, exclusively for Descanso Gardens members.
Descanso has played a pivotal role in the cultivation of some spectacular and beloved roses. Learn about these flowers, how plants are bred, and the history of the roses of Descanso. There will be free activities for all ages, live music, floral displays, demonstrations, and discussions. Free with admission or membership. Schedule Saturday, June 21: […]
Join Autumn Ayers, Garden Records & Collections Manager of Descanso, on a walk through the Rose Garden. Autumn will discuss the origins and destinations of the incredible blooms of Descanso’s roses. You’ll learn a little history, a little botany, and observe some beautiful flowers. Free with admission or membership, no reservations required.
