Filoli Gardens San Francisco

He was educated in san francisco paris france london england and venice italy.

Filoli gardens san francisco. The design of gardens and the grounds is reflected by the personalities of its owners. Filoli historic house garden. Filoli offers unique restorative experiences for the whole family every season.

655 reviews of filoli as you walk around the grounds of the magnificent filoli estate located at the south end of the crystal springs reservoir it is very easy to lose yourself in the nostalgic charm of yesteryear and the pungent fragrance of plants having sex. To connect our rich history with a vibrant future through beauty nature and shared stories. Now owned by the national trust for historic preservation filoli is open to the public.

Bruce porter landscape designer of filoli gardens was born in san francisco. They were leading citizens and members of san francisco s elite philanthropic society by the time filoli was built. From the historic home and manicured gardens to a vast estate and natural trails come explore the beauty and tranquility of another time.

Bourn s parents landed in san francisco around 1850. The 654 acre estate features a turn of the last century willis polk. Open daily 10 am to 5 pm.

Filoli has updated their hours and services. The house was built in 1917 by william bowers bourn a san francisco millionaire whose wealth came from gold mining. They preferred a lifestyle of privacy and seclusion and avoided public attention.

Guests can visit the café have a glass of wine or afternoon tea.