Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
301 North Baldwin Avenue
Arcadia, CA 91007
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Map and Driving Directions
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Park Telephone: (626) 821-3222
For Park Reservations Please Call:
(626) 821-3222
Garden Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(Admission closes at 4:30 p.m.)
Open 7 days a week (closed December 25)
Parking: No Charge
Admission:
Adults $8.00
Students $6.00
(with student ID)
Seniors (age 62 years and up) $6.00
Children (ages 5-12 years) $3.00
(Children ages 4 years and under are free)
Free admission into the facility every 3rd Tuesday of the month.
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| Explore the lush gardens of this beautiful 127-acre garden and historic site. Sit by a waterfall and watch peacocks extend their feathers. Visit the regions of South Africa, Australia, Asia and the Americas as you walk through the plant collections and enjoy the view of the magnificent San Gabriel mountains. The Arboretum offers school field trips, walking tours, tram tours, educational programs, plant information, and specialty plants shows throughout the year. The 30,000 volume reference library features botanical books and specialty information about the plant and historic collections.
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Park Features
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• Adult educational programs
• Cafe
• Historical site
• Kids and family education programs
• Kids Discovery Areas
• Tram ride – 2 yrs. & up $3 per person
• Walking tours
• Waterfall
• Wildlife viewing
• Commercial photography
• Film location shoots
• Special events
• Walking/Running
• Weddings
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New Permanent Exhibits
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Australian Discovery Area
This 1,000’ serpent trail takes visitors through the Australian outback. The mosaics seen along this trail tell stories inspired by aboriginal art and legends. See the many varieties of plants found down under as you walk along the trail.
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Madagascar Spiny Forest
The Madagascar Spiny Forest exhibit launched the Arboretum’s Plant Conservation Programs that tells the story of Madagascar’s unique habitat. This exhibit educates our visitors on the importance of plant conservation and promotes the horticultural awareness of arid plants
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Wildlife Garden
The Wildlife Garden was added as a new feature of the Roots & Shoots Children’s Discovery Node. This garden has no irrigation and is a wonderful display of California native plants that thrive on dry terrain. The combination of hearty plants and beautiful blooms attract bees, birds, and butterflies throughout the year.
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Special Events
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Cal Phil Festival on the Green
Call your friends, pack a picnic for the family or spend a romantic evening for two under the stars with Cal Phil, Maestro Vener and some of the greatest music ever written at the summer concert series. Choose from tables, chairs or lawn area seating. Come early and enjoy a gourmet meal prepared on-site or bring your own favorite from home. For more information, call (626) 300-8200.
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Concessionaires
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Peacock Café’
Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or a light snack on the terrace or the sun room. The café’ staff is available to cater your special event, either on or off-site. The Café is closed on Mondays. (626) 447-0641
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Reserve the Arboretum for Special Events
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A perfect setting for meetings, corporate events, and film shoots.
(626) 821-3204
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Weddings
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The Arboretum provides naturally beautiful, unique settings for wedding ceremonies and receptions. The intimate rose garden, tropical waterfall, and lush flowers and plants are picturesque settings for a perfect wedding. (All wedding ceremonies and receptions are held outdoors). (626) 821-3211
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Educational Classes
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Classes are available year-round for adults and children. (626) 821-4623
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