Beautiful and Peaceful Gardens To Escape to in San Francisco
The hustle and bustle of the city can be overwhelming at times, so finding somewhere quiet is a must. Fortunately, there are a number of beautiful and peaceful gardens to escape to in San Francisco where you can take your lunch break, read a book or just simply relax.
1. Find your inner zen in the Japanese Tea Garden
Botanical Garden, Bridge, Park
Head over to the west side of the city and visit Golden Gate Park for a chance to explore the Japanese Tea Garden. Decorated with bridges, pagodas, koi ponds, bonsai trees, cherry blossom, Buddha statues and native Japanese plants, this spot is the picture of tranquility. There’s also a teahouse on-site offering authentic green tea and light snacks so you can refuel after a visit.
2. The Conservatory of Flowers showcases ecosystems from around the world
Botanical Garden, Natural Feature, Park
3. Take a springtime walk around the Queen Wilhelmina Tulip Garden
Botanical Garden, Park
4. Sign up to an educational tour of the San Francisco Botanical Garden
Botanical Garden, Park
5. Read a sonnet or two in the Shakespeare Garden
Park
6. Take a break from sightseeing in the Yerba Buena Gardens
Park
This place is beautiful amid the chaos of the Financial District. As you walk into the park, the soothing sound of the waterfall smothers all distractions and the air seems so much cleaner and fresher. Grab a Beard Papa pastry puff from across the street and nibble it as you wander through the hedge maze, or have a lazy morning drinking Blue Bottle Coffee and soaking up some sun on the grass. It is the perfect pit stop to catch some rest before continuing your tour of the city and its surroundings.
7. For first-class views of San Francisco Bay, head to Fay Park
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8. Ascend the elevator to 1 Kearny Street
Building
9. Relax among tall, graceful trees in the Transamerica Redwood Park
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Esme Benjamin contributed additional reporting to this article.
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