Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden: A Palo Alto Oasis
Discover a historic Palo Alto garden with diverse plant collections, educational programs, and tranquil beauty—a free community resource open daily.
Escape to the Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, a historic 2.5-acre garden in Palo Alto offering beauty and tranquility. This urban oasis features diverse plant collections, a historic house, and various gardens, providing a serene retreat for visitors of all ages. Open daily and free to the public, it's a cherished community resource for horticultural education and enjoyment.
A brief summary to Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden
- 1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, Old Palo Alto, California, 94301, US
- +1650-329-1356
- 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
- Visit during the spring to see the tulips, magnolias, and narcissus in full bloom.
- Check the Gamble Garden website for upcoming events, classes, and tours.
- Explore the different garden areas, including the rose garden, herb garden, and native plant area.
- The garden is open daily during daylight hours and admission is free.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden via public transport, take Caltrain to the Palo Alto Station. From the station, walk west to the Palo Alto Transit Center and take the VTA No. 35 bus toward Mountain View Transit Center. Exit the bus at Middlefield Road and Melville Avenue. Continue along Middlefield Road, turn right on to Kellogg Avenue, left on Cowper Street, right on Embarcadero Road, and finally left on Waverley Street. The garden will be on your left. The bus fare is approximately $2. Alternatively, from the Palo Alto station, take SamTrans bus Route 22 towards San Antonio Shopping Center and get off at 'Waverley St & Embarcadero Rd' stop. Walk south on Waverley Street for about 10 minutes to reach the garden.
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Walking
From the intersection of Embarcadero Road and Waverley Street, walk south on Waverley Street. Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden will be on your right at 1431 Waverley Street. The walk is approximately 10 minutes.
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Car
If driving from Highway 101, take the Embarcadero Road West exit. Continue on Embarcadero Road for about 1.5 miles and turn left onto Waverley Street. The Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden will be on your right at 1431 Waverley Street. Free parking is available in the parking lot, with the entrance on Waverley Street, immediately after passing Kellogg Ave.
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