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Join us for complimentary admission to Descanso Gardens as part of the annual Museums Free-For-All event, a joint effort of Southern California Museums to encourage museum visitation.
Descanso Gardens Members
Descanso Gardens members do NOT need to make advance reservations for the Free-For-All. If you would like to purchase an annual membership to the Gardens, click here. Memberships are not refundable.
Know Before You Go
- Parking is free in our lot, but if all spaces are full you may be directed to park on the street. Descanso Gardens is located in a residential neighborhood. Please be a courteous driver and be respectful of our neighbors!
- We are a botanical garden and a museum accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Please treat our grounds with the same respect you would show at any other museum.
- There is no smoking allowed anywhere on our property, including e-cigarettes.
- Pets (except for service animals as defined by the ADA) are not allowed in the gardens. Please leave your fur-kids at home!
- Sports equipment, bikes, balls, scooters etc. are not allowed in the gardens.
- Picnics are not allowed inside the gardens. We have a picnic area located outside the gardens near the parking lot where you may enjoy food and drink from home. Food and beverages are available for purchase in the courtyard.
- Wheelchairs are available at Guest Services on a first-come, first served basis.
Last admission for the day is at 4:30 pm. The gardens close promptly at 5:00pm.
Please read through our Garden Guidelines to get the most from your visit to the Gardens. For additional information on visiting the Gardens, including driving directions, click here.
The time you have selected above is your arrival window. Please bring your digital or printed tickets to enter the gardens at that time.