Do I need to print my ticket?

No. A mobile ticket on your phone is accepted at the admissions desk.

How much time should I allow for a visit?

Most visitors spend two to four hours, depending on whether they walk the Estate Trail and stay for one of the daily talks.

Are children admitted free?

Yes — children under 5 years old enter at no charge.

What are the daily talks about, and do I need to book?

Fifteen-minute talks run at 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM; topics vary by day and season. No separate booking is required — they are included with admission.

Is the estate accessible for visitors with mobility needs?

Parts of the gardens and house are accessible, though the natural Estate Trail involves uneven terrain. Contact Filoli directly before your visit if you have specific requirements.

Filoli Historic House and Garden

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Duration

2 hours

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

General admission to Filoli Historic House and Garden

Access to the formal English Renaissance gardens

Access to the one-mile Estate Trail through the Natural Lands

Entry to the Georgian revival mansion

Daily 15-minute talks at 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM (no booking required)

Not included

Transport to and from the estate

Food and drink (outside food permitted only at the designated picnic area)

How to redeem

Filoli Historic House & Garden, 86 Cañada Road, Redwood City, CA, USA

Head to the main entrance on Cañada Road. Present your mobile ticket (or printed confirmation) at the admissions desk to gain entry.

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What to bring

Mobile ticket or printed confirmation
Comfortable walking shoes for the Estate Trail
Picnic if you plan to use the outdoor area near the Main Parking Lot

Know before you go

Outside food and drink may only be consumed at the designated picnic area near the Main Parking Lot.

Daily 15-minute talks are held at 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM; topics change by day and season.

Children under 5 years are admitted free of charge.

The Estate Trail is approximately one mile through natural woodland — wear suitable footwear.

The estate is located on Cañada Road in Redwood City, roughly 25 miles south of San Francisco — plan your travel accordingly.

Good to know

Suitable forAdults, families, nature lovers, history enthusiasts

AccessibilityPartial — formal gardens and house have accessible areas; Estate Trail has uneven terrain

ChildrenUnder 5 free; family-friendly throughout

Filoli Historic House and Garden

Filoli Historic House and Garden

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