Desert Garden

Attractions & Landmarks in San Diego, California

4.7 (269)

CategoryAttractions & Landmarks Β· Park
AddressZoo Pl, San Diego, CA 92104
AreaSan Diego, California
Phone(619) 525-8213
Websitesandiego.gov β†—
Google rating 4.7 (269)

Hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

About Desert Garden

Desert Garden is one of the attractions & landmarks listed in San Diego, California. The business is registered at Zoo Pl, San Diego, CA 92104; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Google also lists it under park, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.

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The business lists hours on 7 days of the week. On most of those days it is open Open 24 hours. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. You can reach Desert Garden at (619) 525-8213; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, sandiego.gov.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 269 reviews, which is a strong result for an attraction in San Diego and suggests consistent service.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

YinzΓΊ Nairouz 6 months ago

Another Desert Garden in CA? Yes, still worth the visit. A lot of succulents cactus, and other arid plants. Walking through the paths also allowed us to see wildlife. Well-maintained pathways are clean, dog-friendly, and kid-friendly. No wheelchair accessible on some paths.

Rachel Erotika 8 months ago

The Desert Garden is a beautiful place to visit and explore trails with beautiful cacti and views of Balboa Canyon. It’s free admission, which is great; I found a bunch of Echinocactus grusonii, my favorites.

Brendan Kiely 10 months ago

The Desert Garden in Balboa Park is a cool garden to.see with some interesting cactus and trees and some views of Balboa Park. Worth visiting along with the Rose garden.

Tomas Sabljov 10 months ago

Desert Garden is always on my map of places to visit. I went few times and it is always nice to walk around all those Cactuses.

Norm β€œStoynorm” 2 years ago

The Desert Garden at Balboa Park is a lovely spot for anyone interested in cacti and succulent plants. The garden showcases a spectacular array of these resilient plants, with hundreds of species from around the world. It’s fascinating to see the variety of shapes, sizes, and colors that these desert-dwellers come in, and the garden is well-maintained, making it a peaceful place to explore. However, while the Desert Garden is certainly interesting, it’s not what I would consider an absolute must-see, or "incontournable," if your time in the park is limited. It’s a great addition to a day spent in Balboa Park, especially if you have an interest in unique plants, but there are other attractions in the park that might offer a more comprehensive experience of what Balboa has to offer. That said, it’s still worth a visit if you have the time and enjoy exploring diverse plant life.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Desert Garden located?

Desert Garden is at Zoo Pl, San Diego, CA 92104, in San Diego, California. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Desert Garden?

Desert Garden is listed as an attraction and is also tagged on Google as park.

What are the hours of Desert Garden?

Published hours are Monday: Open 24 hours; Tuesday: Open 24 hours; Wednesday: Open 24 hours; Thursday: Open 24 hours; Friday: Open 24 hours; Saturday: Open 24 hours; Sunday: Open 24 hours. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Desert Garden open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open Open 24 hours.

What is the phone number of Desert Garden?

You can call Desert Garden at (619) 525-8213.

How is Desert Garden rated on Google?

Desert Garden has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 269 reviews.

Does Desert Garden have a website?

Yes, the website of Desert Garden is sandiego.gov (linked on this page).

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