Mobile Japanese Garden: A Tranquil Oasis
Experience tranquility in Mobile's Japanese Garden. A serene escape with koi ponds, lush greenery, and traditional design. Reopening Summer 2025.
Escape the city bustle at the Mobile Japanese Garden, a serene and free public garden in Mobile, Alabama. Inspired by Japanese Sumi-e art and designed with traditional Japanese aesthetics, it offers winding paths, koi ponds, and lush greenery for peaceful contemplation.
A brief summary to Mobile Japanese Garden
- 700 Forest Hill Dr, Mobile, Parkhill, Alabama, 36608, US
- +1251-343-0789
- Visit website
- Monday 7 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-7 pm
- Thursday 7 am-7 pm
- Friday 7 am-7 pm
- Saturday 7 am-7 pm
- Sunday 7 am-7 pm
Local tips
- Check the Mobile Japanese Garden website or social media for updates on the reopening date in Summer 2025.
- Bring a book or journal to enjoy quiet contemplation on one of the garden's benches.
- Visit during different seasons to witness the changing colors and blooms of the garden's plant life.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From downtown Mobile, take the Wave Transit bus Route 20 (Dauphin Street) heading west. Get off at the stop near the intersection of Forest Hill Drive and Dauphin Street. Walk north on Forest Hill Drive for about 10 minutes (approximately 0.5 miles) until you reach the Mobile Japanese Garden at 700 Forest Hill Drive. A single ride on Wave Transit costs $1.25.
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Driving
From downtown Mobile, head west on Dauphin Street. Continue on Dauphin Street until you reach Forest Hill Drive. Turn left onto Forest Hill Drive. The Mobile Japanese Garden will be on your left at 700 Forest Hill Drive. Parking is free. Note that the parking lot is currently under renovation and will reopen in Summer 2025.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Mobile. A taxi ride from downtown Mobile to the Japanese Garden (approximately 5km) typically costs around $9. Keep in mind that fares may vary depending on the time of day and demand.
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