Very Serene and Soothing atmosphere, it can help anyone to calm and relax in these gardens, the water flow and greenery everywhere, and the beautiful buildings. Totally worth it to give this place a try and explore. The ticket was not very expensive.

Such a beautiful spot! We enjoyed every corner, nook and cranny. We loved the tea and treats at the Tea House, too. The weather was on our side that day, so it was perfect all the way around!

A place where you can breathe fresher, greener air. If you cant afford to go to Japan and you need to get away from all the chaos around you and if you happen to be in San Francisco, visit the Japanese Tea Garden. Relaxing, peaceful, serene place to clear your thoughts. The pagoda was undergoing some reconstruction at the time of our visit and was covered. Wish we had a sight of it. I would certainly go back to this place.

Very beautiful place. The Pagoda was closed. But the rest was worth seeing for sure.

It is a very peaceful and lovely place. It is kept up well and it has cool fish in the ponds. Definitely would suggest going if you like nature. The tea that you get there is very good, and their food items are tasty as well. The gift shop is cute and has nice items.

This is a beautiful place, where you can relax. There food in its restaurant is delicious. I really recommend the Miso soup and the Mochi icé cream.

The garden was free before 10am on Wednesday. When I arrived, there was a SF City Guide who was about to begin a free walking tour around the garden. This was an excellent experience and gave me a deeper appreciation and understanding of the different garden scenes.The gardeners have done beautiful work landscaping the grounds. It is a nice place to walk around but there are limited areas to sit and relax, other than the cafe.

We had reservations for the California Academy of Sciences and had some time so we decided to check this place out. Im so glad we did because everywhere you look is beautiful. Its very relaxing just walking around. Whoever does the landscaping for this place deserves some recognition. Some green tea from the shop and a nice stroll around the gardens was a good time. The kids enjoyed it and were happy.

A peaceful little Japanese gem in the middle of the city. Surrounded by other parks and city green areas but an even more of a quiet area where you can forget about the city. Parking along the main road worked well and the easy walk was nice. Pagoda was closed for renovations but plenty of other things to see.

It was a great place to explore and the admission price was not bad at all. There were food trucks right outside which was really nice to grab a bit to eat. We parked in the parking garage which worked really well. The garden was beautiful and I recommend to get there early. We avoided high peak crowd times by going around 11 am to about 1230

The history behind this is a little sad how this man and his family lost his garden and his possession but it is really stunning and beautiful. You can tell the love it had gotten over the years. It is pretty big for a nice stroll.Near the entrance is a running tea shop. They seemed really overwhelmed and backed up however it did not take long for us to be served but there were other people complaining.Overall another nice experience to separate from the city.

Wonderful garden that shows the best of Japanese landscapes. So peaceful and contemplative. I only wish they had more koi fish on the ponds.

$10 admission for non-resident and worth it. So beautiful and relaxing to stroll through Each planting appears meticulously planned and maintained.

Incredibly relaxing. The tea was delicious. Best Jasmine tea Ive ever had! The gardens were beautiful, tranquil.

Beautiful landscaping and artfully maintained structures. However, it is very busy and touristy even in the mornings and weekdays, so parking is hard to find. Expect a leisurely stroll to get there as well. Theres not much fresh food at the cafe but the scenery makes up for it. Sipping tea and looking out from the balcony on a misty morning was as zen as it gets.

It’s a nice place to visit. The park is not so big, but it’s pretty. If you haven’t been to Asia before (like me), that’s a nice attraction. It’s 10 or 12$. Not so cheap for a 45 min walk…

This is a nice little tea garden park. Works such as Japanese-style room such as fire. I took some pictures. Please look at them. If you are in the area, definitely come here.

This was a nice way to pass an hour or two in the afternoon. It has a calm atmosphere and enjoyable views throughout the area, including several ponds, the arch bridge, and a Japanese gate. There is a restaurant in the grounds with affordable prices. Its a good place to bring kids who might want to learn more about culture via first-hand experiences.

Absolutely stunning place. Early in the morning with not a lot of people around its perfect for relaxation and meditation, and around 9am its perfect for photos. There is not a single piece of trash around and the trees and foliage are passionately maintained. Although unfortunately I didnt get to eat and try out their matcha, there was a little gift shop that sold traditional goods, statues, incense, etc. A must visit.

Great place for relaxation and bonding time. Great and friendly staff in the tea area,especially Emily at the front office entrance. Welcoming ambiance plus happy staff equals to awesome experience with family. Thank you and keep up the good work!

Such a lovely and peaceful place. Worth the visit.

Beautiful spot to relax and take in the beauty of a cultural icon. The tea and food is also marvelous. I recommend the pork buns and fresh matcha tea.

Its gorgeous obviously. Peaceful. Mature growth of the plants. Has a really adorable tea house that serves tea, Asian snacks, Asian soups like udon and miso, that you can enjoy while you sit and enjoy the view as well which is really nice.

A very beautiful place to decompress and empty your mind. The placement of the garden is well maintained and has hidden features.

Three of us, all seniors, rolled into this place at 1:30 pm on a Thursday ( 07/22/2021). We picked Thursday, thinking...light crowds. Wrong! It was packed! Also, we thought the adult prices ($11 adult/$7 senior) were rather steep. So, because of crowds and prices, I discounted my rating from 5 to 4 stars. Nevertheless, let me assure you that the garden itself is absolutely awesome! Just pick your time to visit carefully (like early am), for maximum enjoyment, especially if you contemplate meditating.

So peaceful and you can truly feel the Zen. Was not overly crowded and simply beautiful! Inexpensive and a must see! I can’t wait to go back!

Gorgeous, serene location to walk around and enjoy some relaxation. They had a few beautiful trails around great landscaping and little ponds. a hidden treasure

Its nice to visit. Is not as big as it seems, but its nice. Theres a charge to go in. You can park on the street and its free.

Just as I remember, when I was a kid, especially the drum bridge a d all the stepping stones. I use it as a playground back then.Today, I appreciated the beauty of the gardens and the peacefulness...well till it got to crowded around 1pm is

The Japanese tea garden is beautiful! I loved going there with my family. It was very clean and organized.

In love with this place. I think the tickets are pricey if you are not from San Francisco, but totally loved it! Relaxing, a lot of places for good pictures. I just saw 1 koi fish though. Will definitely go back and recommend it to others

This was a good outing while visiting San Diego. It took quite a while to get there by bus and then walk about 5 blocks to get there. Once there it was pretty crowded since the weather was good. The cost is $12.00 per person and they dont take cash. It was nice to visit but I expected it to be bigger for the price. You can walk through the gardens and back at the entrance in 15 minute. Not sure I would ever go back though.

I loved it. Very peaceful! Amazing sights to see here. The gardening here is amazing and also the history is a wonder of its own. Definitely worth the price which was not bad at all.

This is a must in Golden Gate Park! Beautiful, relaxing, awesome scenery and a great experience my first time going. My fiance and I got there early and it wasnt too busy. The visitors were very generous if youre taking pictures so you can get some epic shots! My only regret is not staying longer. The shop and cafe were beautiful as well. Dont worry about the admission. It was 12$ per person for adult and I believe a dollar or two more if youre not a resident of SF. Money well spent!Also the cherry blossom trees were in full bloom 😁

So disappointed to see the The beauty and tranquility ruined by the number of people they’ve allowed in at the same time. They have sold out and it feels like Disneyland! No longer do they have quiet places to have traditional tea but it is now nothing different than a Starbucks! I used to come here a lot when I was a child and I know things change but I am so sad I am in tears. This was what I was looking forward to the most on my trip. The gardens are still lovely but they need to limit the number of people allowed in and not allow children to climb up pagodas and sculptures. .

I really liked it, its a small garden but its really nice.It was a shame that the pagoda is in restauration so it was covered and wasnt able to appreciate it.Theres also a small restaurant where you can grab a quick bite.I tried their udon and their pork buns which were delicious.Theres an entrance fee of $12 USD per adult

A small but lovely Japanese garden that has a lot of history to it. Got there right at opening, which was the perfect time to go during the summer. Started to get crowded by the time we left (around 11am). Definitely recommend if youre visiting SF.

Very beautiful and peaceful. If you go before 10am the entry is free which is great because its not very big. But worth it, mask are required inside buildings only which was another plus.

The oldest public Japanese garden in the United States, this complex of many paths, ponds and a teahouse features plants and trees pruned and arranged in a Japanese style. The gardens 3 acres contain sculptures and structures influenced by Buddhist and Shinto religious beliefs, as well as many elements of water and rocks to create a calming landscape designed to slow people down.

Nice, pretty quiet except for some kids. Overall a pleasant place to spend some time. Small area so not too much walking.

When you are in San Francisco you should definitely visit this beautiful garden. Its a small one and will take 1/2 hours. You will definitely like the atmosphere and nature. Try some Japanese Teas there.

Best place to find your zen. The whole experience is a meditation session. We usually take a leisurely walk around the garden as we appreciate the beautiful trees and flowers and finish the experience with authentic Japanese tea and pastries. A place full of peace and good vibes.

This place is really nice, but its not worth $12 a person. My wife and I were in and out, within about 15-20 minutes. So yourself a favor, show up early for free entry (for non residents). If you are going to spend that money though, go across the street to the better garden.

Everytime I visit San Francisco I stop by the Japanese Tea Garden. This place is breathtaking and so serene. Come in the morning when there is less people.

The garden is so beautiful, however, kind of busy. It is really worth to go, just enjoy the well designed and maintained garden, special plants. there is also a great outdoor area to enjoy a cup of mocha tea and cake and mochi, you can have a seat faced a small pond, they are authentic, fresh and yummy.

Beautiful Japanese garden !!! This is a place you should visit when coming to San Francisco... Located in Golden Gate Park

First time there and I loved it. I was just visiting from Northern Humboldt. I hate going south in the summer because of the heat, BUT being in the Japanese Tea garden was almost like being home! I loved it, and will make it a regular stop EVERYTIME I have to go south!

$11 per adult, kids 5-11 get discounted. Got a very nice little Japanese stand where you can get small meals and treat. Very authentic. Small area and 4 stars only because the large pagoda was under a huge sheet due to renovation. We had a lovely ti.e

Perfect place for an outing with friends or family. The entry fees are lesser for San Francisco residents. They have a nice souvenir shop and a restaurant too.

The gardens are so lovely. The tea is great. I literally forget Im in California for a couple hours. The koi were all asleep and cuddling. Great place for all ages

What a lovely place. Definitely worth the 11$ to get in.

Beautiful view and so much to see. The walk ways are small for those in a wheelchair and you will definitely give the person pushing you a great Glute work out lol. I didnt take enough pictures but if you ever come by I highly recommend.

Great place to visit but not worth for paying $10 for entry fee

Very beautiful! Quiet and calm. We went here on a Sunday and there was a queue to enter but it moved pretty fast. The experience was serene, walked through the garden, it had beautiful landscaping. This is worth a stop when you are visiting Golden Gare Park. The pagoda was under construction so couldn’t see that. There is a little cafe inside, they had nice iced green tea and mochi ice cream. The entry fee is $12/adult. Overall, I loved it!

Peaceful with beautiful sights that make amazing photos. Also has a cute little tea house with delicious snacks!

Amazing place, you breathe peace, delicious tea at the tea shop, try the petites four, 🌞🌞🌞

Absolutely lovely!They are having some construction done on one of the temples they are excepting donations to help repair it.It was a little overcrowded but with a little patience you could probably get the best shots if you’re there for photos!

Place is Amazing. Read about the history. Its strange

Such an amazing experience. Definitely recommend to preplan trip and parking location for all first timers. Mid mornings and afternoon was pretty busy.

It was a nice experience. Sadly the pagoda was closed and they dont know when or if it will open back up. There were many great pictures places still even without the pagoda but I wish it was open. Still I reccomend going there if you like Japanese garden and asthetics.

Peaceful retreat in the middle of the City…plus, they have great tea and snacks!

Definitely worth the visit, even with the Pagoda closed for renovation! It is a very calming space that brings you peace

Experience: amazing garden, with beautiful crafted and well maintained landscape, with beautiful bridges and statues. Havent been to Japan yet, but many people who have say it looks like being in Kyoto! Be prepared to spend at least 1h or more. Great also to go with kidsBeing there during COVID: plenty of outdoor spaces and people respecting social distancing so not worrisome.

It was a little busy in the afternoon on Sunday. We had to wait for about 10 minutes to pay for our admission fee. Once we were in the garden, we went straight to grab a quick bite in the tea house. For refreshments, We had matcha and sencha. We ordered udon. It was so so. I would not recommend it. For dessert, we had green tea and strawberry mochi ice cream. They were great with soft and chewy texture. After the meal, we did a tour of the garden. Although the admission fee for non San Francisco resident is expensive, but it’s definitely worth the money for their meticulous maintenance and upkeep of the beautiful garden.

Beautiful place! Definitely worth a visit

The price of admission is a bit high for what it was. It was really pretty. Quite small, there wasnt much to it. I was slightly disappointed after paying 11 dollars.

Absolutely worth the small entrance fee. Extremely beautiful with interesting history. The tea house is a must-stop with traditional teas and Japanese treats.

The Japanese Tea Garden is a gem within Golden Gate Park. It is small, but it has beautiful plants and water features everywhere.

Beautiful garden to visit and relax. Very picturesque for those so inclined. I loved climbing the wierd bridge with an impossible arch.

A very relaxing place to chill and enjoy a Japanese style garden with many different type of trees and birds. It’s small compared to the other areas within the San Francisco Golden Gate Park, but it provides the quiet that pairs well with their tea offerings.

It seems to be a popular spot to be, but it was still very peaceful and enjoyable walking around. I didnt stop for any tea but it looked good and had a lot of people enjoying it. They had signs for the historical monuments and when they where donated. It was a very beautiful place to be.

The Japanese Tea Garden is a great place to stop in for a calm, enjoyable, day. The grounds are clean and kept up, the employees are kind, and the food is great! The prices are super reasonable and the food is well done. There is also a small gift shop with many Japanese items. Also, if you stop in before 10 AM, entry is free !

Great place! Relaxing and Zen. Everything photo worthy!The Gift shop is everything! I wish I had bought more!

This place was amazing. I’ve been to Japan once and have always wanted to go back and when I saw that there was this Tea Garden I went immediately! I showed up and there was a tour going to start so I joined them and there was so many good facts and interesting things you learn about the Garden you wouldn’t have just walking around! I think everyone visiting San Francisco should go here!

The garden was amazing! Lots of cool things to see. There are some amazing photo opportunities! I would say it is a bit small. You could walk the whole thing in 15 or 20 minutes. The map definitely makes it look bigger than it is. Especially, with the price of admissions and the surrounding area made me think it was going to be bigger. Still worth the time and money. The space they do have is definitely well used.

The tea and the sweets offered were okay. The garden is very peaceful though on the smaller side. Nice place to relax. Lots of small area to take photo. The miniature pagoda was unfortunately undergoing renovations at the time of visit

Visited the San Francisco, Japanese Tea Garden, located in Golden Gate Park this weekend and it was a wonderful experience. The Japanese Tea Garden, is the oldest public Japanese garden in the United States. Luckily, despite COVID, the Japanese Tea Garden is open daily. There is an entrance fee, but, it’s nominal for San Francisco residents and a bit more expensive for non-city residents. As a San Francisco resident I paid $7.00. There was a friend with me who lived in California but not San Francisco and they paid $10.00. Unlike most Japanese Tea Gardens that are free of cost, as the oldest in the United States, it costs to maintain the premise, Japanese structures, grounds, and the small eatery located on the inside of the tea garden. Once you’re inside, there is a self guided tour that you take around the tea garden, following the posted signs. It’s incredibly beautiful and calming. My words won’t do it justice, so please take some time to look at the pictures posted. I highly recommend the tea garden. It’s good for casual strolls, dates, or family outings.

Love this place. Used to come here when I was younger. Its such a beautiful setting and very tranquil.

Wind breathes through bambooWaterfalls trickle on stonesThe garden brings peaceAs one strolls through the Japanese Tea Garden in San Francisco, it almost feels like you’ve been removed from time and space. The city drops away, and in its place is a peaceful world of water, air, and earth.When you first arrive, the tea house is readily apparent at the heart of the garden. Layered behind carefully tended trees and a quiet pooled crowned with a water fall. As the viewer approaches the pool, a small embankment almost entices you to dip your toes in the clear waters.At the tea house one can experience a variety of high quality teas, including a delicious matcha that comes with a bite of mochi on the side. Several other snacks are on offer, but the unexpected gem is definitely the green tea cheesecake.After tea, exploration begins! An obvious point of interest is the barrel bridge, who’s sharp incline often makes visitors uneasy about the climb. Those who brave the bridge are rewarded at the top with views of the surrounding garden and pagoda.Many of the structures in the garden are original to its inception, or were added shortly thereafter. The pagoda itself is just about 100 years old, and is currently undergoing a restoration to ensure it lasts for 100 more! Beside the pagoda, the instantly recognizable red gate brings luck to all who pass through.What I found particularly interesting was the collection of dwarf trees that sit on the hills below the pagoda. The trees were original to the initial caretakers of the garden in the late part of the 1890’s when the garden was built. As the US became embroiled in the world wars, many of its citizens of Japanese descent found themselves interned and under suspicion of espionage. During this unjust period, many belongings of families were sold or repossessed -including a number of the trees in this very garden. Eventually the trees were returned and planted here with the inclusion of a plaque -lest we ever forget this time in US history.

Can get crowded but still worth the visit. Lovely views everywhere you turn, theres so much to see! You could spend about an hour or two here easily or go through in about 40 mins if youre in a hurry. Wear comfortable shoes! Beautiful photo opps and places to ponder. Prices were reasonable.

This was a very cute dining experience in the Japanese Gardens. It can be relatively quick or you can take your time an enjoy the scenery with some tea. It can be rather busy, but if you hit it at the right time, then its worth it.

Aghh, its so beautiful there. On Google the price says $10, but we paid $12, we went on a Monday. And its so beautiful. We got there around 11am, and there wasnt too many people so we were able to take tons of pics. Everything is beautiful and you get to shop at their little store at the end. We started on the left and went on from there. The have koi fish in their pond. When we went they were fixing one of the structures so we werent able to see that one, but everything else was so nice.

This place was a lot busier than I expected, but I guess that means its really popular! Dont be intimidated by the long line outside though. This garden was really beautiful and there are several areas that are great for selfies or photoshoots. I think it took us about 15-20 minutes to walk around the whole garden. We didnt have time to go into the little tea shop since it was packed but this is definitely a place Id like to revisit maybe in the morning when its (hopefully) not too busy.

Quick tip: they close at 5PM during winter operations, but 6:30PM outside of winter. Sakura blossoms seem to bloom sometime in the first 2 weeks of April, though thats bound to change year by year.The park itself can seem a bit small. Its pretty easy to walk through the entire area within 30 - 60 minutes, depending on your pace. The pagoda is still being restored, so it may be a while before thats back up. Some interesting notes to the park are subtle, like how one of the statues was donated by Japanese school children more than 50 years ago. Or when you walk to a traditional gate and notice the quality of the paint, it really has a they were working with the best that they could get at the time kind of feeling.Theres a small snack stand near the entrance. Seats are a bit limited, but you can get snacks like ice cream, dango, and even savory foods. The only thing on the menu that I can recommend at the moment is the matcha tea. Lets be frank, you dont come here for the snacks, its just a convenience.

Beautiful. Loved the smell of cedar in one section of the garden. There is also a small gift shop and restaurant.

Beautiful space with wonderful tea selection. Free entrance Mon/Wed/Fri 9am-10am.

Loved the Japanese Tea Garden. Picturesque, Pretty, and Free today

It was so beautiful, we walked around and enjoyed our time taking pictures. We also tried the jasmine tea at the Cafe and it was so good, we bought some to take. The garden was also pretty busy, but it is spacious enough to where it wasnt distracting :)

Its so serene and beautiful. Very well maintained. Must visit in SF

I was lucky to be at the garden when the cherry blossom was blooming so obviously I took a ton of photos. Admission for non-resident was $12 but I could sit there for a good 2-3hrs and read a good book. There is also a small cafe if you want tea or something to eat. I went at 9ish and it was nice with the fog in the background and then around 10ish the sky was clear. The main pagoda was under construction so it altered some of my pictures with this big white tent in the background. I highly recommend coming here for a bit.

As of June 2021 it is $12 per adult no cash, card only and no pets allowed. There are lots of bonsai, bamboo and great craftsmanship in their walkways and bridges.

Great place, quite small you can check it out very quickly. Entrance fee for non residents its 12usd. It has a small restaurant where you can have some matcha tea, deserts or small snacks!

Very peaceful...enjoy some tea and noodles. Dont forget to grab a great souvenir.

I love this place. It is a good place to go to get centered.

Lovely experience. We brought our 6 & 3 yr olds and they loved roaming around. They were excited to try Japanese snacks too. Beautiful.

Absolutely amazing experience! The views are straight out of Japan! Stop by the tea house for the complete experience. Though the tourist can be loud.

Good place to spend time with nature & also understand Japanese culture...topping with good Tea...hot or cold...

This place is always a very pleasant visit. Very peaceful ambience for a cup of tea even when its crowded.

Amazing Garden, we had a great afternoon spent there our little one.

Must to see place. Nice garden