Members, children 18 and under, and EBT cardholders are free. Fridays are also free, and there are additional free days on holidays, which can be found on the park's Facebook page. The park is closed on rainy days.
Disabled parking is available at the Welcome Center, and guests can request parking closer to the pathways above the nurseries if needed.
The park offers evening events, such as alfresco tastings inspired by the gardens, and has a variety of gardens and plant collections to explore. Members also receive reciprocal admissions to other gardens.
This 107-acre park features **spectacular views** of the California coastline, **verdant agricultural vistas**, and **five Mediterranean climate zones** from around the world, showcasing over 120,000 plants. The park is designed for **long-term sustainability** and features a variety of plant communities as they occur in nature.
The park's foundation is to maintain a collection of plants for **scientific research**, **display**, **education**, and **conservation**, with a focus on protecting **endangered and threatened species** to ensure their long-term survival.