A Perfect Afternoon or Morning

Whether you have tickets for a tour of the house or not, there is plenty to keep you busy at Sunnylands Center & Gardens.

The award-winning A Place Called Sunnylands, a 20-minute film, is the perfect complement to a tour and a way to learn about the Annenbergs and the history that has taken place in their beloved winter home.

Before or after the film, enjoy fine French press coffee and a snack or light lunch in the Café, which has a spectacular view of Mount San Jacinto. A special blend of iced tea similar to the one Mrs. Annenberg served her guests is available all day long.

Don’t go home without a visit to the wildflower field on the east side of Sunnylands Center. These gardens are home to pollinators and other desert wildlife. They are less formal than those around the Great Lawn. The walks around both parts of the Gardens total 1.25 miles. There’s even  a self-guided audio tour. You can see the replica of the bench that President Barack Obama gave President Xi Jinping of China when the two met at Sunnylands in 2013 for what has been termed a “shirtsleeve summit.”

Explore the exhibition, Reach for the Sky: Tradition + Inspiration (on view through June 7, 2020).

Prior to heading to your car, stop at the Sunnylands Gift Shop for a book, post card, or the perfect gift.