14 Things to Do at the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas, CA

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Once known as the Quail Botanical Gardens, this attraction has a long history as an urban oasis and one of the most family-friendly places to visit in San Diego County.

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Given its convenient location near the parking lot and the gift shop, the Mediterranean Garden is easily one of the most frequently visited locations on the entire property.

Learn About Mediterranean Climate Landscapes

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Parents adore the San Diego Botanic Garden, as it’s home to the Seeds of Wonder interactive children’s garden.

Embrace Your Inner Child at the Seeds of Wonder Children’s Garden

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While Seeds of Wonder is a dream come true for toddlers, elementary and middle school kids will prefer the more extensive Hamilton Children’s Garden.

Goof Off in the Hamilton Children’s Garden

Take one step into the iconic Bamboo Garden, and you’ll feel as if you’ve been transported to another world.

Gaze in Awe at the Bamboo Garden

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You’ll learn a lot while meandering along this locally-oriented trail, which draws attention to the area’s most influential plants.

Stroll the Native Plants & Native People Trail

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When a corpse plant flowers, it takes over a month for the bloom to develop — but it only stays open for a mere 48 hours.

See the Corpse Plants Bloom

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