There S A Magical Japanese Tea Garden In San Francisco

While many people associate San Francisco with the Golden Gate Bridge, sunny days and Full House, this California city is also home to one of the most enchanting public gardens in America. Not everyone knows that there’s a spectacular Japanese tea garden in San Francisco, complete with pagodas, bridges, koi ponds and a traditional tea house. Here’s why everyone should plan a visit to the Japanese Tea Garden in the Bay City.

This enchanting spot lets you experience the beauty and tranquility of a Japanese-style tea garden – no passport required.

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It’s the oldest public Japanese garden in America.

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Located inside Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, it offers five acres of intricately landscaped garden and a traditional tea house.

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The garden is filled with magnificent architecture and peaceful walking paths.

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Sculptures are dotted throughout the greenery.

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Colourful koi fish dart through the crystal-clear water of the garden’s ponds, and the stepping stone paths across the water are delightful.

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Visitors love to cross the whimsical-looking bridge that seems to vault over the river at an impossible angle.

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There are plenty of places to sit and admire the scenery.

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Visitors can reflect in the zen garden…

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…or stop in for a pot of tea and a traditional Japanese pastry in the tea house.

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Cherry blossoms burst into bloom throughout the garden between March and April, but the beautifully shaped bushes and trees are worth seeing any time of year.

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This garden is pure magic.

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Visiting this beautiful garden is well worth it. Admission is free on Monday, Wednesday and Friday if entered by 10 a.m. Otherwise, it’s $6 for adults, $4 for youths and $2 for children. Click here to check out the garden’s website and see the tea house menu.