Botanical Building and Gardens Balboa Park

Tour this vibrant botanical oasis, revitalized after a stunning multi-year restoration. The project led by Forever Balboa Park and the City of San Diego has brought the iconic landmark back to its 1915 grandeur while incorporating cutting-edge updates. The once deteriorating structure, with its graceful arcades, Palladian windows, and long-missing romantic pergola, now stands proudly, enhanced with modern features. Visitors can now enjoy interior misters, state-of-the-art lighting, and new water features, along with improved access for persons with disabilities. Hundreds of plant species from around the globe are now thriving inside. The renovation project is now into Phase 2 that will restore, reconstruct and revitalize the Botanical Building’s exterior gardens. The famous structure is free to tour and open to the public.