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Conservatory of Flowers

Garden and Museum

Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

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Ranked #9 for museums in San Francisco
"Don't miss the butterflies!"(6 Tips)
"Wicked Plants Exhibit is fantastic!"(3 Tips)
"The chomp 2 exhibit is awesome."(3 Tips)
"Carnivorous Plants exhibit."(3 Tips)

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Paige CMay 30, 2018
What a beautiful section of the park to visit. Have a picnic, enjoy the flowers, check out the statues. I’ve biked through here and spent time relaxing in the grass. Both times were amazing.
The Ritz-CarltonApril 7, 2017
The Conservatory of Flowers is a gem of Victorian architecture built back in the 19th century featuring the most beautiful flowers, tropical, aquatic and potted plants.
Ashley BowlesFebruary 23, 2017
Beautiful! The butterflies are not to be missed. No strollers allowed which is a huge inconvenience with a small baby.
Lana ChanAugust 6, 2013
If you're planning to visit this and the de Young Museum on the free first Tuesdays of the month, come here first due to the smaller facility there's likely a line to get in
Benjamin Earl EvansJune 22, 2019
Every third Friday of the month, they have a beer and flower evening where you drink craft beers and explore the conservatory by moonlight.
BoJuly 30, 2016
I have been to many greenhouses but this one is the best. Maintained very well and an amazing collection of plants and flowers. Especially the room with aquatic plants is beautiful.
Christina M DillonSeptember 26, 2011
Beautiful place. Flowers and plants are just amazing. Walk through the various greenhouses is quite an experience. Current exhibit it Wicked Plants, very well done and lots of interesting information.
Jinnie LNovember 2, 2014
so pretty♥ butterfly zone is must n mini garden railroad is so cute ;) they have many rare plants, check them out!
Silvia EdgellApril 5, 2015
Amazing and a must visit if you enjoy nature. Rare orchids and tropical plants.
SF WeeklyMay 31, 2012
SF Weekly’s Best Of 2012 Winner – Editorial Pick- Best First Date. Bring romance back to its together-in-real-time, stop-and-smell-the-flowers basics with a visit to the iconic Conservatory of... Read more
JennyMay 31, 2015
It's a small space but packed with plants. Bring a friend who knows a lot about plants to get the best experience
Rosemarie McKeonJune 5, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Check out the Blooms and Butterflies Exhibit and leave with a sense of awe and wonder.
The Ritz-CarltonMarch 25, 2016
Until Sunday, April 10, The Conservatory of Flowers is celebrating the Centennial of San Francisco’s historic world's fair with their newest exhibit, the Garden Railway.
The Bold ItalicFebruary 28, 2011
No longer on the UNESCO World Heritage “100 Most Endangered Places” list - thankfully. With so many plants and butterflies and orchids it's impossible not to find serenity here. Read more
Irene MApril 30, 2015
A beautiful paradise, well worth the price of admission. Wonderful way to spend an afternoon.
Melon LAugust 31, 2015
Perfect way to spend an afternoon. Free on first Tuesdays of the month.
Jess LMarch 22, 2016
Come here on a cool day - it's warm inside! Fun place to wander, I always see something new.
Rochelle McCuneJanuary 3, 2017
It's FREE the 1st Tuesday of every month.
We Travel And BlogJanuary 16, 2015
Gorgeous building inside and out, your San fransisco visit isn't complete without stroll here!
David BernalNovember 25, 2014
The price is more than reasonable for all the beauty you will find inside
Zoe FujiiDecember 30, 2013
A really fun day activity in Golden gate park! Only $5 with a student ID
TerraTopiaJuly 14, 2011
Now thru October, check out the special exhibit "Wicked Plants: Botanical Rogues & Assassins." In an eerie Victorian garden, you'll discover infamous plants who've claimed many an unfortunate victim. Read more
mylifeisgorgeousOctober 23, 2011
Inside this white victorian architecture greenhouse there are several tropical paradises and a gorgeous room with alive butterflies. Kezar Dr. (Inside Gloden Gate Park) Read more
Carmen IbarraFebruary 2, 2015
Open from 10 am to 4 pm -- closed Mondays!
AndreaJuly 24, 2013
Dress in layers when it's chilly out - it is pretty hot & humid inside. Don't miss the butterflies!
K12 IncJune 30, 2011
Did you know? The elaborate glass and wood Victorian greenhouse is the oldest building in the park, and the oldest conservatory of its kind in North America. Read more
Vanessa RodriguezJune 12, 2019
If you love plants, this is the place to visit!
Fi VeiNovember 9, 2015
So many kinds of orchids you won't believe! Incredible!
Sunil GargApril 2, 2017
If you're from SF, ask for the SF resident discount!
ToryBurchMay 6, 2011
This newly restored conservatory in Golden Gate Park boasts stunning architecture and 1,700 species of flowers.
Tom AOctober 12, 2014
Jared And I doing our seasonal visit. Always different!
Stephanie RobinsonJune 2, 2015
Free admission on the first Tuesday of the month!
T TamNovember 30, 2014
Beatiful building with lovely grounds.
CarlosMarch 5, 2016
Sunny day + wholefoods sandwiches + whine + blanket = awesome afternoon at the park
Thaisa FernandesJanuary 7, 2015
Very beautiful place. They dont accept dogs.
Richard RevillaOctober 17, 2014
Don't touch these they will eat your arm. Very hot and humid here so be prepared.
OmarApril 1, 2014
Free on first Tuesday of the month!
Ann SwellcityguideOctober 1, 2016
Check out their calendar for special events
John BobeldykMay 17, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Smell everything. There are flowers that smells like coconut, grape, bubblegum, and vanilla.
Scott FisherApril 28, 2015
There is a small fee for entrance.
Karina NApril 30, 2018
If you are a SF resident, you pay $6 instead of $9 for admission
David DanaAugust 7, 2012
Kids will live to push the buttons and hear roars
National Wildlife FederationMay 11, 2010
Located by Golden Gate Park, check out the Conservatory of Flowers for the Return of the Carnivorous Plants exhibit. Read more
Kelly 🍰June 23, 2014
San Francisco residents get $5 admission with ID.
Coley ForestJune 11, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Get married here. I did and it was FANTASTIC <3 http://flic.kr/s/aHsjtFYM5V
Amy MarAugust 17, 2013
This place always makes me wonder why anyone would willingly move out of California.
lydie thomasJanuary 5, 2010
Go visit their special exhibition: Golden Gate Express Garden Railway. The motto of the exhibition: reuse, recycle, repurpose. Fun Fun Fun
Lucinda BSeptember 4, 2012
Free on the first Tuesday of the month!
Andrew BuddSeptember 21, 2013
Dress in layers it can be warm inside.
Lucia CisilottoMarch 9, 2013
Love the photo booth at the back! :)

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