Six Things to Do At Filoli

From daffodils and tulips in the spring to zinnias, roses and salvias in the summer, Filoli's year-round blooms offer much to be explored, no matter the season. Across the garden's 16 acres, visitors will find terraces with breathtaking views of the Santa Cruz Mountains, an English Renaissance-style garden with yew-lined avenues, and a 6.8-acre orchard. Be sure to meander over to the working garden on the southern edge of the property, which features rows of local fruits and vegetables.

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Find connection in nature on the Spring Creek Loop. The one-mile trail travels along a scenic creek bed, taking hikers through soaring redwoods, lush ferns and fragrant wildflowers. Spring Creek Loop, along with the new Lamchin Interpretive Center, was designed in partnership with the Association of Ramaytush Ohlone, the first inhabitants of the San Francisco Peninsula.

The centerpiece of the property, the house was built by the Bourn family, the original owners of Filoli, and designed by renowned San Francisco architect Willis Polk. The Georgian Revival-style manor features 56 rooms, including a ballroom and reception room, both known for hosting concerts, debutante balls and other glitzy events in the early- to mid-1900s.

Filoli offers many opportunities to enhance your visit with a variety of guided experiences. Dive deeper into the history of the property with the 90-minute Discovering Filoli Tour. Get exclusive access to the greenhouse as you sip on sparkling wine and nibble chocolatey treats on the Greenhouse Horticultural Tour. Or, during the summer, venture on a two-mile guided hike while learning about the Ramaytush Ohlone and the natural lands that surround the property.

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From Latin jazz and mariachi to alt pop and bluesy rock, Filoli hosts live music and entertainment all year long. Sip complimentary wine, beer and canned cocktails in the meadow as the sun sets over the historic house and listen to the soothing sounds of local artists. There's no beter way to spend a sunny evening in the Bay Area.

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Filoli's Service Learning program uniquely blends service and education, with an array of programs for people of all ages. One of the most popular programs, Orchard Care, gives you an up-close look at what it takes to maintain working fruit trees as you help the horticulture team weed, mulch and tidy the orchard.

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