Huntington Garden Free Day Ticket Guide & Visit Tips 🌿✨

🎟️ How to Get Free Tickets Normal adult admission: $29 Free Days are usually held on the first Thursday of each month. Tickets are released one week in advance—set your alarm for 9 AM on the last Thursday of the month! Visit the official Free Day page a few minutes before 9 AM. You’ll enter a virtual queue showing your place in line. ⏳ Once it’s your turn, you’ll be automatically directed to the booking page. 📌 Important: You have only 15 minutes to complete your reservation Limit one free visit per year Max 5 tickets per booking Do not refresh the page while waiting! 🚗 Parking & Entry Free parking is available inside the garden—arrive early on Free Days as spaces fill up fast! Entry is easy—just scan your mobile QR code. No printing needed. ✅ 🌸 My Experience Visiting Overall impression: the garden felt comfortably sized, not overwhelmingly large. We skipped the library and art galleries to focus on the outdoor areas. Even with my parents, we enjoyed a relaxed 2-hour stroll without feeling tired. A free shuttle runs every 30 minutes, and you can pick up a map at the entrance to plan your route. 🗺️ 🌸 Garden Highlights 🐉 1. Chinese Garden (Liu Fang Yuan) Classic Suzhou-style landscaping with pavilions, lakes, and bridges. Perfect for photos—mornings offer the best light and fewer crowds. 📸 🌸 2. Japanese Garden Featuring koi ponds, stone bridges, and serene dry landscapes. A peaceful, meditative space ideal for slow walks. 🎎 🌵 3. Desert Garden The Huntington’s signature zone filled with towering cacti and succulents. Afternoon sun creates stunning photo opportunities! ☀️ 🌹 4. Rose Garden Blooms beautifully in spring—a lovely spot to relax and wander. You can even book afternoon tea here with advance reservation. 🫖 🍽️ Food & Extras Light meals and coffee are available on-site, but you can also bring your own water and snacks. Before leaving, don’t miss the gift shop—they often carry exclusive Jellycat plushies! 🧸 💬 Final Thoughts If you can snag a Free Day ticket, it’s absolutely worth the visit. Whether you’re photographing the scenery or simply enjoying a tranquil walk, the Huntington offers a refreshing escape in LA. #HuntingtonGarden #LosAngeles #TravelWithParents #FreeDayGuide #BotanicalGarden #ChineseGardenLA #LATravel #VisitLA #GardenPhotography #FamilyFriendlyLA