A Tranquil Oasis of Culture at The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

Getting There

• Car

  To reach The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens from anywhere in the Colorado Desert by car, you'll want to head towards the nearest major highway. Depending on your starting point, you can take the I-10 West toward Los Angeles. After approximately 45 to 60 minutes, take the exit for I-210 West toward Pasadena. Continue on I-210 for about 15 miles and take exit 27 for San Gabriel Boulevard. Follow San Gabriel Boulevard until you reach Oxford Road. Turn right onto Oxford Road, and The Huntington will be on your left at 1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino, CA 91108. Be aware of potential parking fees, which typically range from $15 to $20.

• Public Transportation

  If you prefer public transportation, start by taking a Greyhound or Amtrak bus from a nearby city in the Colorado Desert to Pasadena. Once you arrive in Pasadena, transfer to the Metro Gold Line light rail. Board the Gold Line towards Azusa and get off at the Sierra Madre Villa Station. From there, you can take a local bus (e.g., Metro Bus 187) heading towards San Marino. The bus will drop you off near The Huntington at 1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino, CA 91108. Check the local transit schedules as fares may range from $1.75 to $5 depending on the distance.

• Rideshare

  For a more direct route without the hassle of parking, consider using a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Enter '1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino, CA 91108' as your destination. Pricing will vary based on your pickup location, traffic, and time of day, but expect to pay anywhere from $25 to $50 for a ride from the central Colorado Desert area. This option is convenient if you're traveling with a group or have limited transportation options.