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Plan Your Visit

Hours and Admission

Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. every day but Tuesdays (closed)
Reservations required Friday–Sunday, Holidays, and Peak Seasons; no walk-ins. Capacity limited daily. Reservations strongly recommended for weekdays.

Standard Pricing (Monday–Thursday)/Peak Pricing*
Members: Free
Adults: $25/$29
Seniors (65+): $21/$24
Military (with ID): $21/$24
Students (12–18 or full-time/ID): $21/$24
Youth (4–11): $13
Children (under 4): Free
College Card (full-time/ID): $36

*Holidays and Peak Seasons in 2024
Jan. 1 (New Year's Day), March 22–April 7 (Spring break/Easter) June 28–July 7 (Independence Day), Sept. 2 (Labor Day), Nov. 28 (Thanksgiving), and Dec. 20, 2024–Jan. 6, 2025 (Winter Holidays and New Year’s). Subject to change.

Closed on the following holidays in 2024​​​: Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day), July 4 (Independence Day), Nov. 23 (Thanksgiving), Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve), Dec. 25 (Christmas Day).

Parking Is Free. There are two entrances to the parking lot: Oxford Road and Allen Avenue. Handicap parking and bicycle racks are conveniently located in the south end of the lot closest to the main entrance and admission windows. There is a designated route for trucks and buses. Directions

Map of the Grounds: Locate gardens, galleries, pathways, dining locations, restrooms, and other points of interest. Map

Safety Protocols: COVID-19 vaccination strongly recommended. Masks are optional, not required. Call 626-405-2250 if you feel unwell during your visit for any reason and require assistance.

Tickets

Advanced timed entry reservations are required for all visitors, including Members except:

  • Monday–Thursday ticket reservations are not required, but strongly recommended. Excluding Monday holidays.
  • Upper-level Member early entry (8–10 a.m.) ticket reservations are not required, but encouraged for faster check-in.
  • Tickets are nontransferable. Your ticket is valid for your selected day. Your ticket time is your earliest arrival time. Check-in closes at 4:15 p.m.

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Free Day, Discounts, and Special Admission

  • Free Day tickets are released to the public the last Thursday of every month at 9 a.m. To maximize access to the public on Free Day, the first Thursday of every month, Member visitation is not permitted. Upper-level early entry is available to eligible Members from 8-10 a.m.
  • Discounts are not available for AARP, AAA, AARM, NARM, ICOM, birthdays, or for local residents.
  • Corporate Partner employees (must be Patron level or above) receive complimentary admission plus one guest with proof of employment. Advance reservations not required.
  • Cultivist members at the Club level and above receive complimentary admission with three guests. No reservations required.
  • Free entry for current or retired employees of other cultural institutions is available with proof of employment. Does not include public libraries, gardens, or universities. Advance reservations not required.
  • Sotheby’s Preferred members do not require advance reservations.

For questions about your tickets, or to rebook, email tickets@huntington.org or call 626-405-2100.

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Tours

Tours are a great way to discover The Huntington!

  • Specialty Tours
  • Group Tours
  • Free Garden and Art Tours
  • School Tours
  • Online Tours
  • Takeaway Tours
  • Huntington Digital Guide
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Tips for Visiting

Please help us preserve the environment of The Huntington by observing the following:

  • Our botanical gardens contain rare and endangered plants. Removal of plant material is strictly prohibited.
  • Protect against mosquitos; cover up with loose clothing and wear repellent.
  • Comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes are recommended for all garden areas.
  • Bicycles, skateboards, and sports equipment are not allowed on the grounds.
  • No radios or musical instruments.
  • Do not feed the wildlife.

Things to Know Before You Go

What’s Closed

• Select galleries in the Huntington Art Gallery
• Select galleries in the American Art Galleries
• Ranch Garden
• Mausoleum

Photography and Filming

Photography and filming is permitted; restrictions apply.

College Card

An admission pass that allows entry for one full-time undergraduate student, good for one year of free admission. May be purchased on-site or online by the undergraduate full-time student, or by providing proof of enrollment of 12 units, expected graduation date, college/university ID, and contact information by completing this form: Apply for a College Card

Restrictions apply:

  • College Card is nontransferable.
  • General Admission ticket purchase may not be applied toward the purchase of a College Card.
  • College Card may not be applied toward the purchase of a Membership.
  • College Card is not a Membership and does not permit Membership event entry.
Free Wi-Fi

Enjoy wireless internet access in select areas throughout the grounds. Look for “AtTheH Free Wifi” in your settings on your wireless device.

No Pets

Dogs and other pets are not permitted at The Huntington, with the exception of ADA-defined service animals.

Accommodations

The Huntington proudly recommends The Langham Huntington, Pasadena. The official hotel/resort of The Huntington.

Wildlife

The Huntington encompasses 207 acres of land in Southern California’s San Gabriel Valley, amid a diverse botanical collection of rare plants, shrubs, and mature trees. While The Huntington does not function as a wildlife center, the lush landscape does provide a natural habitat for many birds—including red-shouldered hawks, California quail, Canada geese, and barn owls. Along with three different species of squirrels, it is not uncommon to see raccoons, possums, and, occasionally, coyotes on the property. Always use caution and do not approach wildlife.

Mosquito activity has been very heavy throughout the San Gabriel Valley this summer, including in our Jungle Garden. When outdoors, especially in garden areas, cover up with loose clothing and use insect repellent. More information is available at facebook.com/SGVmosquito.

Geese and their goslings are often spotted on the grounds. For our visitors’ safety (and the safety of our feathered friends) if you see them, please do not disturb them and give them plenty of space. The goslings are indeed adorable, but please resist the temptation to approach them, as their parents can become quite aggressive if they feel threatened.

Koi fish are not native to The Huntington. However, they are very much a part of the Huntington experience, populating our Lily Ponds, Japanese Garden stream, and Chinese Garden lake. Please do not approach or feed them, and keep a respectful distance.

Coyotes are part of the historical landscape of Southern California and have become established in large numbers in urban areas all over the Los Angeles Basin. They were here long before the area was settled and typically remain timid, even if seen out in broad daylight (in urban areas, they are mainly nocturnal). Like any wild animal, they should be viewed with caution. If you see a coyote on the Huntington grounds, please alert one of our security officers. Do not attempt to approach or feed the animal.

No Smoking

The Huntington is a smoke-free environment.

Security Bag Check

For your safety and improved security, please be aware that oversized bags and backpacks are checked as visitors enter for prohibited items such as drones, photography and sports equipment, gardening tools, weapons, paints, pastels/chalks, large pads and easels, etc.

Food and Picnicking

1919 Cafe, Red Car coffee shop, Freshwater Pavilion, and the Jade Court Cafe are open serving a delicious selection of fresh entrees and grab-and-go options, snacks, and beverages including wine and beer. A limited number of tables for picnicking are available in the Garden Court and patio adjacent to the ticketing area. No outside alcoholic beverages. No picnicking is allowed in the gardens.

Accessibility

The Huntington is committed to making its collections, buildings, programs, and services accessible for all visitors. More

Please Respect Our Staff

We look forward to your visit. However, The Huntington will not tolerate inappropriate behavior, including, but not limited to, yelling, violence, intimidation, threats, harassment, aggression, swearing, damage, abuse, or sexual harassment. Individuals who are aggressive toward staff or other visitors will be expelled from The Huntington and escorted off the property.