Founded by Henry Huntington in the early part of the century, the Huntington Library contains a dazzling array of garden landscapes. One can easily spend an entire day walking the grounds. The library contains an impressive number of historical documents including a Gutenberg Bible, Ellesmere manuscript of Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales, letters and manuscripts from George Washington to Abraham Lincoln, and a large scale edition of Audubons Birds of America. The tearoom in the rose garden is a great place to sit and relax for afternoon tea and a snack. Be sure to make reservations for the tearoom. Its frequently booked, especially on weekends.
Pros: Beautiful Gardens
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