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Botanical Building and Lily Pond, San Diego

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#15 of 65 in Parks in San Diego

Garden · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park

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Take a break from the city at Botanical Building and Lily Pond, home to Balboa Park's most delicate plant species. See orchids, tropical flowers, ferns, and exotic trees that thrive in the hothouse environment. Admire the reflections of these plants in the clear lily pond--a centerpiece in the conservatory. Admission to this protected paradise is free. Planning San Diego trip won't be overwhelming when you use Inspirock's itinerary maker.

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By 399benjaminm

Although closed for total rebuild, the Botanical Building is a marvelous structure. Featuring an eclectic and lovely botanical collection, it is an oasis of quiet and beauty in the city and at the...

Although closed for total rebuild, the Botanical Building is a marvelous structure. Featuring an eclectic and lovely botanical collection, it is an oasis of quiet and beauty in the city and at the... more »
By Shaun K

botanical building having some work done on it so it was closed but the pond makes up for that. very nice to sit and chill

botanical building having some work done on it so it was closed but the pond makes up for that. very nice to sit and chill more »

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By Crystal Pyramid Productions San Diego Video Company

We have visited the Botanical Building at Balboa Park many, many times, bringing friends and family who are visiting. It's the iconic building in the back of most photos taken at Balboa Park, set back behind the Koi Pond. It's now being renovated, and they tell us it will reopen during the summer of 2023. Why they couldn't have conducted these renovations during the two years of Covid quarantine is beyond me. (eyeroll) Now you will just have to enjoy these gorgeous photos taken inside the arboretum and whet your appetite for its reopening next year.

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By Flora Rooker

It's the 3rd time I am here. Due to covid, the building is empty and being repaired. The lily pond is still beautiful.

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