The Garden remains open daily| The historic House is closed along with all dining services | All admission must be purchased in advance

Connecting our rich history with a vibrant future through beauty, nature and shared stories.

Haiku Competition

Entries Due January 31

Winter at Filoli is a time of quiet and reflection in the Garden. Submit a haiku inspired by Filoli’s winter garden to our Haiku Poetry Competition for your chance to win a Household Plus Membership and a beautiful Gift Basket of Filoli approved goodies.

Submit your haiku

Haiku Competition

Entries due January 31

Winter at Filoli is a time of quiet and reflection in the Garden. Submit a haiku inspired by Filoli’s winter garden to our Haiku Poetry Competition for your chance to win a Household Plus Membership and a beautiful Gift Basket of Filoli approved goodies.

Submit your haiku

What to See and Do at Filoli

The House

Though the Filoli House is currently closed, it stands as California’s most triumphant example of the Georgian Revival tradition and is one of the finest remaining country estates of the early 20th century.

The Garden

Exquisitely beautiful and ever-changing, the Garden at Filoli offer visitors the chance to learn about the estate’s renowned horticulture practices or to simply enjoy the beauty.

The Estate Trail

Visitors can experience Filoli through this mile-long self-guided trail. Straddle the North American and Pacific tectonic plates while you learn about the San Andreas Fault.

Exhibits

Check out the exhibit of Filoli’s extensive collection of bonsai that ranges from traditional juniper plants to the more unusual bonsai azalea and pomegranate. 

The Shop

The Clock Tower Shop is filled with cheerful seasonal and Filoli–inspired merchandise, clothing, gifts, and furniture, as well as variety of pots, plants, garden décor and accessories.

The History

Learn the rich history of Filoli through beauty, nature and shared stories.

Scavenger Hunt

Enjoy our seasonally updated Scavenger Hunt! A great way to engage with Filoli's vast Garden and learn some fun facts while you explore.

Family Activity Guide

Explore the grounds of Filoli with this downloadable PDF guide!

What to See and Do at Filoli

The House

The Garden

The Estate Trail

Exhibits

The Shop

The History

Scavenger Hunt

Family Field Trips

Explore the grounds of Filoli with this downloadable PDF guide!
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What's Blooming

Each week, the Director of Horticulture, Jim Salyards scouts the Garden for amazing blooms and features our favorites here.

Camellia japonica 'Lady Clare'
This pretty pink camellia saluenensis is a dependably early bloomer in the Garden
The first baby blue eyes are starting in the Sunken Garden
Camellia sasanqua 'The Pearl' among the many early camellias in bloom.
Early narcissus are starting to peak out from the earth
The Knot Garden and copper beech hedge are showing gorgeous colors
Delicate snowdops are beginning to peak out
Adorable 'Johnny jump up' violets adding color to winter beds
Camellia japonica 'Daikagura Red'
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Filoli From Home

Filoli From Home

All About Bonsai

January 21, 2021 Comments Off on All About Bonsai

Did you know that Filoli’s collection includes more than 50 bonsai? They’ll be on display through the end of February in the Garden House and on the Dining Room Terrace.…

Holiday House Tour

Enjoy a special tour of Filoli's historic House all dressed up for the Holiday season! An array of Filoli's incredible staff have volunteered to share their expertise on some of their favorite rooms in the House, including the Ballroom where holiday tunes fill the air, the Study converted to the Roth's 1960's Family Room complete with vintage television, and much more!

Cocktails with the Curator

Join Julie Bly DeVere, Filoli's Director of Museum Collections and Curator, for a special "Cocktails with the Curator." The House is closed for the time being but we still want to share stories of Filoli! Book your tickets for the Garden and Estate Trail today!

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The gardens were beautifully illuminated with holiday lights making the evening seem magical in the winter evening. We sat outside by a warm fire and enjoyed warm mulled wine. The interior buildings were beautifully decorated with holiday wreaths and Christmas trees. My wife called family and friends to recommend they visit these gardens.

- Peter

I try to go to Filoli Gardens each spring when the flowers are cheering spring onward. The house and garden tour is the best way for beginners to get acquainted with the wonderful story of this beautiful park. But Christmas tours are also a joy with the house dressed up for the holidays. Lunch or tea is another joy. And do stop at the gift shop. ENJOY!

- Karen

Super beautiful and relaxing flower heaven! Truly worth a visit if you love flowers and gardens. There’s a cafe for good and snacks. The mansion is also very impressive, decorated with paintings and piano.

- Lee

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