Gardens in Berkeley

Mom is leaving the country soon. It is my mission to bring her to more gardens so she can take TONS of pictures of flowers.


I didn't know there is a rose garden in Berkeley until I accidentally found it on the web. Right now (the month of May) is a good time to visit the rose garden. Admission is free ^^


Is this the only rose garden in the Bay Area with a bay view??


When the wind was blowing, the smell of roses filled the air.

Address: 1200 Euclid Avenue, Berkeley CA (right across from Codomices Park)



The second garden we visited is the UC Berkeley Botancial Garden. This place is located on the hillside and housed a vast collection of plants from different parts of the world.




I should had bring a water bottle and an umbrella along. I felt very thirsty after walking up and down the slope under such a hot weather. There are only two drinking fountains in the garden. I couldn't find one of them so I needed to walk back toward the entrance for the other one. Also, the vending machine in the garden only takes dollar bills and I didn't have any. :(

Other than the water issue, it is quite fun to hike around the garden.

Directions to the Botanical Garden