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Parks, Trails, & Gardens
Botanical Building
One of the most photographed scenes in Balboa Park and a “must-see” destination in San Diego.
The Botanical Building presents some of the Park’s vibrant seasonal flower displays. Built for the 1915-16 Exposition, along with the adjacent Lily Pond and Lagoon, the historic building is one of the largest lath structures in the world. The Botanical Building plantings include more than 2,100 permanent plants, featuring fascinating collections of cycads, ferns, orchids, other tropical plants, and palms.
The Botanical Building is currently closed for an 18-24 month renovation. Learn more about the renovation here: https://balboaparkbotanical.org/
Events
There's always something new to experience at the Park! Check out the festivals, tours, concerts, and events scheduled all year long.
AttractionsAmerica's Finest City Half Marathon and 5K
San Diego’s most scenic half marathon – run from the Cabrillo National Monument atop the tip of Point Loma, along San Diego Bay, Harbor Island...
AttractionsBalboa Park 4-Miler
Presented by San Diego Track Club 59th Annual Tom Bache Balboa Park 4-Miler Saturday, August 31, 2024 Masters Start (age 40 and over) 7:30 am Open Sta...
