Park · San Antonio, TX

Japanese Tea Garden

About

Scenic park from 1901 with stone bridges, a waterfall, koi ponds, a pagoda & the Jingu House Cafe.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 18,064 Google reviews. That puts it 1st of the 21 rated parks we list in San Antonio.

It keeps the same hours every day — 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot and free street parking. And if it does not suit, 20 more parks in San Antonio are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in San Antonio.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.8 stars held across 18,064 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
The best-rated in San Antonio
Measured against the 21 rated parks we track in San Antonio.
A genuine local landmark
18,064 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (7:00 AM – 5:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
18,064 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
A narrow window to fit it in
Open 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM and no longer — an evening visit is out.

Planning a visit

General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.

A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.

When to go

Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

What to bring

Water
A blanket or folding chair
Sunscreen on clear days
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Restrooms

Parking Available

Common questions about Japanese Tea Garden

What is Japanese Tea Garden?

Scenic park from 1901 with stone bridges, a waterfall, koi ponds, a pagoda & the Jingu House Cafe. It is a park in San Antonio, TX, at 3853 N St Mary's St.

What are the opening hours at Japanese Tea Garden?

Japanese Tea Garden is open 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at Japanese Tea Garden?

Yes — Japanese Tea Garden is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Are there restrooms at Japanese Tea Garden?

Yes, restrooms are available at Japanese Tea Garden.

Is there parking at Japanese Tea Garden?

Parking options here include a free lot and free street parking.

Is Japanese Tea Garden good for kids?

Yes — Japanese Tea Garden is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Japanese Tea Garden rated?

Japanese Tea Garden holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 18,064 Google reviews.