Maybe you’ve heard of The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens before, but have you ever had the chance to explore this slice of paradise hiding in Southern California? If you want to take a peek at this wondrous treasure, we’ll take you on a scenic tour of what to expect once you step inside this beautiful gem.

Welcome to the Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens!
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Located in San Marino, The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens is a magical oasis available for the public to explore. Home to a research library, an extensive art collection, and a 120-acre botanical garden, there's something here to satisfy just about anyone.
These Botanical Gardens in Southern California are some of the most beautiful you'll ever see.
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Comprised of 12 gardens and 15,000 different varietals of plants, the botanical gardens at The Huntington are a feast for the senses.
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Want to take a look of this beautiful scenery in Southern California?
You can take this path...
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Or this path...
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Or even this path...
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Along the way you will encounter some amazing highlights including the Chinese Garden, the Desert Garden, and the Japanese Garden.
Here is the Chinese Garden providing some beautiful scenery in Southern California.
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The largest Chinese garden outside of China is this beautiful garden pictured here at The Huntington. People gather on the Jade River Bridge to take in the beauty of the surroundings.
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Here is the Desert Garden, one of the most fascinating gardens in Southern California.
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You will encounter over 5,000 different species at The Huntington desert garden. Not only is this the world's largest succulent garden, but it's also the oldest, dating back to the early 1900s.
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Take a look at the Japanese Garden, an exotic slice of paradise hiding in Southern California.
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One of the most popular spots at The Huntington, and perhaps the most photographed, the Japanese Garden will draw you in with its distinctive and peaceful setting.
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The traditional Japanese House, a Ceremonial Teahouse, Bonsai collection, and Zen Court are just a few of the wonders you will find at the Japanese garden.
The exterior landscape isn't the only breathtaking space to tour at The Huntington.
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After you stroll through the lush gardens, step inside to experience the grandeur of the Library and Art Collections.
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Inside the library you'll find over nine million rare books, manuscripts, maps, and historical photos. This collection makes it one of the largest research libraries of its kind in the United States.
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This "small library" pictured here is one of the highlights you will see as you take a tour of the art collection. This space originally served as a sitting room and den to the former Mr. Huntington.
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What an incredible place to tour! Where else can you go to experience a library, an art gallery, and botanical gardens all in one spot? This slice of paradise hiding in Southern California should go to the top of your bucket list.

For more information on location, hours, admission fees, programs, tours, and more, visit The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens official website and Facebook page. Interested in checking out another botanical garden in Southern California? Read our coverage on the magical California Botanic Garden located in Claremont.

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What are the best things to do outdoors in Southern California?

Southern California is an outdoor lover’s playground! There are so many things to do outside in this beautiful part of the country that your list can get quite long. Of course, there are the ocean beaches where you can swim, surf, play beach volleyball, go running along a paved beachside path, and more. Head to Marina Del Rey, Redondo Beach Pier, La Jolla, and many other beach towns to rent a kayak or paddleboard for some time on the water. There are countless mountains and trails to go hiking and in the winter, you can go skiing and snowboarding at places like Big Bear and Mount Baldy.

What other botanical gardens in Southern California can I visit?

The Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Arcadia is 127 acres of lush picturesque beauty with a rose garden, an herb garden, plenty of trails, and even gorgeous peacocks roaming around. In Thousand Oaks, you can find Conejo Valley Botanic Garden, a true hidden gem that will make you feel as though you’ve stepped into the pages of a fairy tale. With 15 different gardens, you will have plenty to explore and could easily spend the day here. 

Where can I find beautiful scenery in Southern California?

While you can find gorgeous scenery just about anywhere you look in SoCal, a hiking trail can lead you through scenery and to beautiful vistas you may not get to see otherwise. You can head to our coverage on some of the best easy hiking trails in Southern California for some ideas for your next hiking adventure.

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