Conservatory of Flowers

Since it's been rainy and gloomy all weekend in the city, here's a splash of color to brighten your day. I finally visited the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park last weekend, even though I've been running past it for two years now. (It's my landmark to know when to turn left onto JFK Drive.) Did you know that this elaborate Victorian greenhouse was erected in 1878? It's warmth and beauty embraced us from the cold weather, and it contains a wonderment of gorgeous flowers, bright citrus fruits, and sculptural tropical plants.