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Sonoma Botanical Garden

Glen Ellen

Wander through one of North America's largest collections of wild-source Asian plants without leaving California. This hillside sanctuary features meandering trails past rare magnolias, Japanese maples, and waterfalls, with valley views waiting at the top.

peaceful nature escape
rare Asian plants
rugged hillside trails
family-friendly exploring

Tips

🌏"transport you across the Pacific" (Press Democrat)
👟"wear shoes you can hike in" — rugged, rocky trails
🎫check reciprocal garden memberships before you go

Sonoma Botanical Garden

12841 Sonoma Hwy, Glen Ellen, CA 95442, USA

Upcoming at Sonoma Botanical Garden

Saturday, Jun 13
Fantastical Creatures from the Workshop of Jacobo and María Ángeles

Fantastical Creatures from the Workshop of Jacobo and María Ángeles

June 13 at 10am

Wander among eight towering spirit guides: fantastical hybrid creatures hand-carved and painted by Oaxacan masters Jacobo and María Ángeles. Each sculpture embodies Zapotec astrology and human character, glowing with intricate patterns in a lush garden setting.

Sunday, Jun 14
Art Van Gogh: Sunday Funday

Art Van Gogh: Sunday Funday

June 14 at 1pm

Get your hands dirty with paint and creativity at this free outdoor art workshop. Kids dive into Van Gogh-inspired projects while parents soak up the gardens' Asian-native plants and peaceful ponds.

Wednesday, Jun 17
Acoustic Sunsets

Acoustic Sunsets

June 17 at 5:30pm

Unwind to live acoustic tunes as the sun dips behind Sonoma's hills. Bay Area musicians play the outdoor amphitheater while you picnic among rare plants and sip local wines.