Most Recently: March 13, 2026 | Exposition Park | As someone who absolutely loves flowers, the Rose Garden rocks my world during each and every visit! It's all so pretty! Scenery | Serene! Beautiful roses of all colors and sizes! The views are just amazing at every return! I've also spotted beautiful Birds of Paradise flowers, which is my Mom's favorite flower! Every time I see one, I think of her & usually send her a photo! Garden Hours | 9AM-7:30PM! Closed annually from January 1st to mid-March! On my most recent visit, though the Rose Garden was closed, it didn't stop me for enjoying all of the beauty, as I walked around on the outside of the garden! Notes | Each time I visit the Rose Garden, I think of walking through the garden with my Dad while he was in town visiting! I also once saw a girl wearing a beautiful gown and doing a photo shoot for her Quinceanera! So pretty! Overall | Serene views, beautiful and colorful roses, always a win! I enjoy every single visit and I also look forward to returning since the Rose Garden is now officially open!! read more

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Very pretty area to rest and take in the beauty of the flowers. Could use a little more tlc but it does look really nice. The fountain was working when I went, very nice. There are teens vaping and unhoused but it's a public park they host weddings and private events from what I understand. The atmosphere is very nice. If there were security it might help deter the drugs and graffiti. The flowers do appear to be well-maintained, if a little sparse. Overall a nice visit, pleasant. read more

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A nice garden with flowers (not pictured). Lots of nice spots to take pictures. Saw multiple families/couples taking pictures and spending time together. Very sweet and wholesome. Great For outdoors/nature lovers. read more

Exposition Park Rose Garden - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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it hurts my heart to post a one star review, perhaps it will inspire the powers that be to consider special care to revitalize the garden. I visited the garden 2 days ago, (8.16.26) shocked to see the weeds (6ft tall) have overtaken the rose beds...the grass is brown and dying the roses ,suffocated by the weeds...my heart sank, really.... I am sorry for the 1 star rating... I hope this review finds its way to parks and recreation (caretakers of the garden) It would be my pleasure to volunteer in any way to help bring the rose garden back to it's resplendant self! full transparency, I am a UCLA Alumna offering to cross over into Trojan territory for a noble cause...cheers! read more

The rose garden is a wonderful space to relax in a very busy part of LA. Parking is recommended at the underground structure or there's a rail line stop along exposition blvd. Our parking was $20. Do's and Dont's... Nothing wrong with planning a small picnic here as there are no restrictions. So yeah do that. DO NOT leave your trash behind. Cmon y'all...you were raised better than that. Take in the sights, colors and fragrance of the impressive collection of roses. Take all the pics you can. DO NOT cut and collect the roses for your selfish self. This happened on our visit and it was done by children. Parents were cool with it. (Face palm) The park also offers shady gazebos to chill in and a lovely fountain to take photos by. Just chill. And it's central to the near by museums too Stop by between the months of Mid-April to May for optimal bloom! See you there! read more

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Springtime is the best time of year to view these gardens, the roses are blooming beautifully! Large variety of roses and the garden is huge. One could stroll for hours enjoying the blooms either before or after a visit to the museums. Plenty of parking in the museum lots for a fee. Don't miss it! read more

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So sad. Almost every rose bed is drowning in grass and weeds. It's already May and it looks like this place has been forgotten. Please send help! We need a rosarian to save our roses. read more

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The rose garden is a nice place to visit if you happen to be in the area. I don't think anyone should go out of their way to make a trip out to the garden. Adjacent to the Natural History Museum, the Science Center and USC, it's not too difficult to make a quick stop to visit the gardens when you're in the area. Depending on the season you go, you may or may not be lucky concerning how the flowers may have blossomed. There isn't much shade in the gardens, and the fountain in the middle only works sometimes. But you can always find a rainbow colored umbrella donning some snacks and drinks in case you feel bit hungry or thirsty. Sometimes you will also see some pesky youth, or suspicious transients on the Exposition Boulevard side of the street, so be on your toes! They have some gazebos scattered throughout the garden, so if you're lucky, you can snag one of those spots to stop and smell the roses. The expo line is also nearby if you'd like to avoid parking fees. read more

Exposition Park Rose Garden - Rose Garden! - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Absolutely beautiful rose garden! It's lush and abundant, these rose bushes have definitely been lovingly taken care of for a while as some of the varieties are quite tall and huge! This is across the USC campus, in front of the metro station and Natural History Museum. Highly recommend to check it out while the roses are still in bloom! read more

The Exposition Park Rose Garden is a beloved spot to visit in Los Angeles for many good reasons. First, the rose garden is free to enter, making it an accessible and enjoyable outing for everyone. This sunken garden is steeped in history, dating back to 1927. It's a lovely place to relax and soak in the ambiance. With over 15,000 rose bushes boasting more than 100 varieties, the rose garden is a feast for the senses, especially during peak blooming season (April to November). With its vibrant flowers and picturesque setting, the rose garden is a popular spot for capturing memories. The day of my visit coincided with the commencement ceremony at UCLA so I saw graduates having their photos taken in the beautiful garden. I, myself, took a lot of selfies with the fragrant flowers. In the heart of bustling Los Angeles, the rose garden offers a tranquil escape from the city. It's a great place to unwind and appreciate the beauty of nature. I spent the rest of my afternoon sitting in one of the gazebos. read more

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Garden needs some attention. Lots of plants look dry and not happy. Garden has tons of potential. It's probably a money issue. Los Angeles is so corrupt that I wouldn't doubt that LA has no money to tend to these gardens read more

This park is something like 7-acres and the main draw is the sunken rose garden. They call it "one of the city's best-kept secrets" but really it's very popular so a large group of folks must have been let in on the confidential information . This is a great spot for photo ops among the more than 20,000 roses covering nearly 200 different varieties. It's always best when you can catch the roses in bloom which happens between mid-March top December so you have plenty of time to fit it into your schedule. The garden also features a giant fountain in the center, a gazebo, and several benches scattered throughout. Walk through the garden along the paths, take a break on the benches, or have a nice relaxing picnic. You might also catch weddings or other special events going on. There's room for everyone. The park is free but you'll probably have to pay for parking if you drive to get here, Exposition Park has a large mostly underground parking structure and that's what most people pay to use. read more

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Well I guess I take back what I said about Exposition Park not having a nature spot for observing, but I see the Rose Garden. Cant believe my parents never took us here as kids. Rose Garden is beautiful with lots of colorful roses. I was impressed and happy to see it up close and personal. Its a must see. read more

I know Miley reminded us we can buy ourselves flowers, but smelling them and taking them in (pops allergy pill) is even better!! The Rose Garden of Exposition Park is a full bloom garden of all sorts of flowers with easy pathways/trials to navigate. And nearby a gorgeous lavish water fountain. Depending on the time of year it can be a little wetter or damper (to be expected), however... On a nice sunny day, you'll see families, couples, cart vendors and merriment going on around the garden. Inside it's very relaxing. They do a great job upcoming and honestly seems like summer time is the best time to go. I think the last time I walked through or by was just before fireworks in July of 2019 and we were just south of the Rose Garden, very much in view. It's definitely taken on a lot more charm with time as well as color with the seasons - very close to the LA Memorial Coliseum and Natural History Museum. Worth a stroll anytime! read more

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We went to the Exposition Park Rose Garden today, and were extremely disappointed and shocked with how poorly many of the areas were doing. Almost half of the roses were overgrown with weeds and tall grass, and had lots of yellow leaves and black spot mildew. It looked like the roses closest to the Natural History Museum had been totally neglected for weeks. The ones on the opposite side were much better, with decent blooms and clear underneath, but definitely past their prime. read more

Don't let the name fool you, the garden has more to offer than just roses, but the roses are certainly a highlight! The garden features a number of different flowers, and in the center, you'll find a beautiful fountain. It's a very serene, and calm place to walk, picnic, or spend time alone. We stopped by during early June, and most of the flowers were still in full bloom. Definitely a good place to snap an IG pic or two. read more

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Super gorgeous rose garden! I went there with my friend to take graduation pictures & it was phenomenal! It was a large enough garden that I didn't feel crowded with all the other students there for their prom. We went around 5/6pm and the lighting was so pretty. Highly recommend for prom or graduation pictures. Definitely don't be there alone at night because some homeless people were roaming around in the entrance. read more

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Free attraction in Los Angeles, California... I've had this Rose Garden bookmarked for years! We tried to visit, but weren't able to find the parking lot. I think there was an event taking place at the time and traffic was being diverted? Anyway, last night, on the way to the Banc of California Stadium, we passed by the Rose Garden from the Metro Station. We had parked in Downtown LA and caught the E line. Next time I'm in LA, I'll make it a point to walk through the Exposition Rose Garden! It looks beautiful already from the outside! read more

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If you love Roses then you'll love this place. Perfect place for a daytime #Date or a place to meditate and or relax. The garden is next to the Los Angeles California Science Center. There are four white Gazebos with Benches that provide shade and solitude. The Metro Rail is across the way too. read more

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The rose garden is a beautiful visit if you're in the area! It's a very large garden and even when there's a lot of people it doesn't seem too crowded. There's plenty of space to walk around or even have a picnic. Also, there's very cute gazebos everywhere in the garden! This is a great place to go to with friends or family! The roses here are always beautiful. read more

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This Rose Garden was so serenely pretty. We walked around to relax a tad breathing in more fresh air. The drive out was very smooth and so was parking. I got to take a video of the water fountain and another of the examples of various colors of roses they planted here in this garden. I'm sure I'll be back again in the near future. read more

This is one of my favorite rose gardens anywhere. It is a quiet and beautiful spot across Exposition Blvd from the University of Southern California (USC) campus. The Garden features thousands of rose bushes of various varieties. It is absolutely stunning to behold during the peak blooming season of May and June. The well-maintained pathways are ideal for strolling through the garden, and there are numerous benches to sit, relax and enjoy the roses. read more

Beautiful garden! But very muddy! Make sure you bring shoes that you don't mind getting dirty with. We held an event here and this is why I came out to the Rose Garden. Also bring some blankets if you plan on sitting. There aren't a lot of benches. It is very close to the California Science Center and Natural History Museum. Beautiful gardens and flowers. Perfect to take pictures with! Also, I highly recommend getting dropped off. Of course you have to pay for parking and figure out where to park and how to get here. If you plan on eating, bring a picnic or bring cash for the local street vendors that are on the sidewalk located on State Drive. I am not sure if they take card. There are also some restaurants like Chick Fil A and Chipotle located on Figueroa & Exposition Blvd. Overall, very pretty place to visit! read more

Exposition Park Rose Garden - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Love the Rose Garden. My husband and I will come walking here on nice days. Love that it is accessible and free to the public. You never know what else is happening in this super walkable area. Last time we were here there was a free jazz festival going on. Great place to bring out of towners as well as the locals who never go south of Venice. read more

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This little oasis is so beautiful. It was so nice walking through here and just relaxing. Highly recommend listening to Orbital- Halcyon and on and on as you walk through. read more

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Great garden with a bunch of different varieties of roses. I was waiting for the Boney Island event to start at the Natural History Museum and it was a great way to spend some time waiting. Also tons of garden cats as well. read more

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LOVELY BEAUTIFUL GARDEN of different sources of Roses. The smells are so smell good, lots of pavillon seatings and it's all so beautiful. Had the most wonderful time. read more

"God gave us memory so that we might have roses in December." ~J.M. Barrie "A rose by any other name would smell as sweet" ~William Shakespeare (Romeo & Juliet) We all need to make time to stop and smell the roses. What's not to love when it comes to roses? With eternal varieties of colors, scents, shapes, and sizes, a walk through Exposition Park Rose Garden could take a while. I felt Valentines Day would be a good day for this review. Whoever you are, whatever the circumstances, honor thyself today, reflecting on yourself and the blessings which surround you. Like beautiful roses, they are everywhere. Wishing everyone a wonderful Valentines day filled with goodness and love. If ever in the area of USC, make time to visit the Exposition Rose Park Garden. Its beauty is striking. read more

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I've been coming here since I was a child. So obviously it's great. I think it's a hidden gem of a place now historically it's been a rose garden since 1927. It's rich in history and it's beautiful in nature just look at the pictures. There is a beautiful fountain also if you want to take some pictures. My Dad and I went because I wanted some inspiration for a project I'm doing. Plus it's a beautiful day and you can see in the pictures. Whether your a local or tourists it's a fun thing to do. Enjoying these wonderful outdoors. It's so serene and fun and it goes on endlessly. Some fresh nature to slow down the craziness in life. read more

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This Rose Garden is a little LA treasure. I discovered it many years ago while going to the California Science Center. It is pretty big, with many types of roses, row after row, nice to walk through and check them out. Their perfume floats in the air. There's a beautiful fountain in the middle, wonderful museum buildings around, many benches to sit down and rest, enjoy the views, take it all in. This would be a great place to bring a book and enjoy it or have a snack. There are also picnic tables, so a meal around here could be a romantic setting, right? Covid times or not, the gardens are a great place to wonder about and enjoy the outdoors in the middle of the city. Free to visit. There's a subway stop right in front of it and UCS across. Opened daily from 9 am to 5 pm! I enjoy stopping by when I'm in the area, they remind me of a park in Europe. I miss the museums, but you can still have the gardens. Check out the roses, stop and smell them! read more

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I love roses so I love it here. At 7 acres it's quite impressive and features shades of roses in a rainbow full of different colors. I enjoy just strolling around smelling all the different varietals and taking loads of pictures. It reminds me a lot of the Municipal Rose Garden in San Jose in terms of presentation, size and selection of roses but this one has white gazebos to sit and relax and is in a more urban setting so the street traffic is louder and it is much harder to find parking. I still haven't figured out where to park besides the CA Science Center which is $12. Since it's across from USC it's not easy to find free or cheap parking so a trip here is best to incorporate with the Natural History Museum and/or the Science center which is free. read more

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Beautiful vibes , very peaceful and energizing, I walk barefoot and ground when I'm there , great nature escape , felt like I was in my own world read more

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I have been going here since I was a child! It was great to visit it as an adult and still appreciate this cute area within the city. Location: It was nice to come enjoy a walk through the gardens full of roses! There are 4 main entrances to the park, and all have a couple of steps into the park itself. Every entrance has a walkway that takes you to the middle fountain. 3 entrances lead you to different museums in the area too, so it's a great little day trip! There are a few vendors that may be around the perimeter selling water and Ice cream. I would highly recommend wearing a hat or sunglasses, as there are only a few spots with shade. However, it is nice to bring a blanket and sit near the gardens to enjoy the fresh smelling flowers and plants. There are also a few gazebos located throughout the garden, and those may provide some shade and spots for sitting. Parking: You can access the park by walking, riding the nearby metro link, buses and if you drive there are a few parking lots that you can pay to park in. If you're going to be exploring the museums, the ANgel City Soccer stadium or the USC Coliseum's, then there is a designated parking lot where you can pay to park. If it's during the week before 5pm, the price is $15 per car, and it is a decent size lot with smaller spots, but has good lighting and is well organized with plenty of signs to show where you parked, or how to exit. Cost: aside from parking, the entrance to the rose gardens is free! Some museums are also free but others are not, so I recommend checking their websites for those details. Happy venturing and hope you enjoy this spot! read more

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literally never open when it says its open online. pissing me the fuck off, really ruins my day tbh I love the garden and the gate is alllwawaayyyysss locccckkkkeeeddd. fuck you. i just wanna read my book. how is the natural history museum open and the rose garden isn't. read more

Beautiful roses - the garden is a great stop particularly if you're in the area for the CA science museum or the natural history museum. Incredible number and variety of roses. Can be very hot on hot days! read more

Beautiful garden! It's wide and relaxing to walk through. Many kids go there due to field trips. My daughter walked a lot. Beautiful place to take kids. read more

Oh, it's beautiful! A sizable plot of land dedicated to neat squares of love-flowers, this completely free garden is the perfect place to walk, sit, or selfie between museums or just if you're nearby and feel like taking a pretty walk. read more

Lovely public garden right next to USC. Conveniently located off a metro stop, the Rose Garden is a nice place to have a picnic or take cute photos (especially USC grad photos). It's open 8:30am-5:30pm but it's closed during the colder months (January through March). You simply can walk around and spend as much or as little time as you'd like (entry is free). There are a couple of gazebos that you can use for shade although ore often than not, there are other people using them. There are benches around the fountain and on a windy day, you might get sprayed with some water droplets. There aren't public restrooms but it's close to several museums with restrooms (is the California Science Center). The path is wide and you could push a wheelchair on it. You're not allowed to pick the flowers but you can certainly admire them and revel in the fresh smell of roses. Overall it's a really pretty place and you can get creative whether you want to take photos, have a picnic, or literally just stop and smell the roses. read more

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I came here around May/June and it was all in bloom. The place is well maintained. Loads of children around from field trips near the museums. Though lots of the kids were taking flowers. I like that they have the labels of each variety of roses. There's also vendors with carts selling ice cream, sliced fruits, and hot dogs. The parking lot near it is $12 but if you take the subway, the Expo Line directly leads directly to Expo Park/USC Station then walk through to the Rose Garden. There's the Banc of California Stadium that opened recently for soccer and for the 2028 Olympics; the California Science museum, L.A coliseum, National History museum, and California African American museum are pretty much next door neighbors too. read more

Exposition Park Rose Garden - Botanical Gardens Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Great spot to enjoy a leisurely stroll, sunshine, and lovely roses! The roses were so fragrant and they had a nice variety. There were multiple cart vendors which was nice as we enjoyed some fruit to-go and found a quiet bench to people watch. Parking is expensive if you can't find street parking. read more