International Rose Test Garden

Category: Garden in Portland, Oregon

Address: 400 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR 97205, USA

Phone: +15038233636

Opening hours

Sunday: 5AM–10PM

Monday: 5AM–10PM

Tuesday: 5AM–10PM

Wednesday: 10AM–10PM

Thursday: 5AM–10PM

Friday: 5AM–10PM

Saturday: 5AM–10PM

Reviews

Lori Hollen-Morey

Jul 15, 2022

Simply gorgeous! This plance never gets old. The smells! The views! The roses are exceptional, and there is also city views from the park which are pretty spectacular on a clear day. There were a lot of people there when we went on a Saturday, but it was easy to stay distant for safety and picture-purposes. Parking was rough, so take the MAX if you are able.

J C

Jul 6, 2022

All the roses are in full bloom now! Now is the best time to see this garden! This Free entrance rose garden is one of the best rose garden I ever seen. So many pretty roses! It surely is garden lover’s dream come true. Try to avoid the huge crowds go on weekdays or late afternoon on the weekends. Parking is a little hard to fine, but I can guarantee you that this place is worth your patience to drive around for a parking spot.

Jennifer Jorgensen

Jun 14, 2022

Absolutely love this place. It’s free to walk around, plenty to explore and all the unique varieties of roses are enchanting even if you’re not interested in botany. Parking is convenient, but cell service isn’t great in this area. Definitely recommend downloading the parking kitty app in advance to make it easier to pay for your parking. Absolutely worth the stop! The Japanese Gardens are just across the parking lot too if you want to make it into more of an excursion.

Ernesto Gonzalez

May 26, 2022

Beautiful scenery. If you love nature, fresh air and most of all plants you will most definitely enjoy this place. As most have already stated it is currently too early in the season for the roses, maybe mid to late June will be better. The rest of the park is beautiful. Definitely recommend the arboretum. Bring comfortable shoes!

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Questions & Answers

How much are tickets?

Rasika Kumar | Dec 31, 2017
Karen Rose | Jan 1, 2018

It's free

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Is the flower still blooming in August?

showa Kohaku | Dec 31, 2018
Miriam Cartwright | Jan 1, 2019

Yes, beautiful!

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do you have wheelchairs available for rental?

Damien and Kalet Budge | Dec 31, 2018
Mommy Walle | Jan 1, 2019

Yup

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Is there nearby parking available for RV's?

Orlene Johnson | Dec 31, 2019
Mark Williams | Jan 1, 2020

No special parking, it would be difficult to park one there. Closest place to park it might be at the zoo.

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Do the flowers bloom in June?

Erica Salonga | Dec 31, 2018
JULIE FARMER | Jan 1, 2019

Yes they are in full bloom now.

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Are there roses in bloom in may?

Maryann Kutschke | Dec 31, 2018
Sonia Gupta | Jan 1, 2019

There were a few..but in July and August they are in full bloom

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Is this place good for outdoor activities with the family?

Steve Blasdell | Dec 31, 2018
Sonia Gupta | Jan 1, 2019

It's really good place for family outing..especially for nature lovers..photographers etc

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Would they kick us out if we tried a pop up wedding?

Kayla Dajnowski | Dec 31, 2017
Chrisi Burton | Jan 1, 2018

How fast can you say i do

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Could we take puppies ?

Marcelino Rodriguez | Aug 2, 2021
M V | Aug 3, 2021

Yes it's pet's friendly

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Is it open during November?

Fernanda Alba | Dec 31, 2019
Paige Abraham | Jan 1, 2020

With these answers I'm assuming the view is not great during the end of February ?

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Can you pick the flowers?

Hi My Name Is (Queen Icy) | Dec 31, 2019
alma castillo | Jan 1, 2020

NOP

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Parking and restaurants?

Judy Hewitt | Dec 31, 2019
53phil | Jan 1, 2020

Parking cost like 5 dollars

Are there blooms this spring?

Bhavani Narayana | Dec 31, 2019
NotBen | Jan 1, 2020

Yes. They are gorgeous. Go see them. Enjoy their beauty.

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Hello, I plan to Portland rose garden this October. Is it still have roses in October? Do you recommend to go or not to go? Thank you.

Elaenia Wang | Dec 31, 2018
BALARAMAN RAMABADRAN | Jan 1, 2019

I was there on 11th Sep'18. It was blooming and most refreshing my mind. I just forgot everything and praising LORD for his wonderful creation. Well maintained and October may be OK if doesn't get too cold there!

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Are roses blooming in May?

Jane Hayman | Dec 31, 2018
Richard Iribarne | Jan 1, 2019

Not yet, should be Aug. Sept

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Has anybody in the community had a wedding at the rose garden? If so how did you go about it?

Nolan Moore | Dec 31, 2018
Christopher Lawrence | Jan 1, 2019

Contact City Hall and Portland Parks and Recreation. I have heard of people doing this but if you contact the proper city departments, you can obtain the necessary information and permits if necessary.

Best time to visit the gardens? Good share if not all roses in bloom,

Jean Fisher | Dec 31, 2018
Harris Yahya | Jan 1, 2019

It was great even in late September

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Is the parks pets friendly?

jorge rizo | Dec 31, 2017
John G | Jan 1, 2018

On leash pets only. No off-leash areas.

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Are there homeless camps in the area? Is it safe to park with suitcases in your car?

Sofiia Kotyk | Oct 1, 2021
Logan Christensen | Oct 2, 2021

No homeless camps in the area. You're safe to leave your belongings in the car

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Did the heat wave in June affect the blooms and if so have they recovered?

Cathy Privette | Sep 1, 2021
Dave TheBowler | Sep 2, 2021

I was there last week and they are amazing still!!

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Is the garden opened now ? Will any of the roses be in bloom in May

Nancy French | Jun 3, 2021
Kurtis Thrasher | Jun 4, 2021

Yes

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Are the flowers bloomed yet

Brenda Rodriguez | May 4, 2021
John Pelonio | May 5, 2021

No roses yet but other flowers blooming in area.

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Any roses today at the Garden?

Susan Mathur | Dec 30, 2020
Ken Pearson | Dec 31, 2020

A few still!

Im wanting to find the name of a rose I tried to put the picture here but it wont let me. How can I show and ask?

Quinn Thomsen | Dec 30, 2020
John Carter | Dec 31, 2020

It's rather difficult to answer that question without the image. If you know the date you went there and something in the vicinity like "the archway" or "the second tier next to the amphitheater" then it may be possible to get a Rosarian to help since roses that stand out tend to be more familiar based on interest expressed in them.

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How match cricket

Abdul Alim | Dec 31, 2019
Michael Clark | Jan 1, 2020

No 🏏 mate, no room at that park

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Is it parking free

Vasikaran Prabhakaran | Dec 31, 2019
Estela Lozdon | Jan 1, 2020

Yes, metered parking. $2 an hour.

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In which state is the Garden Garden of America?

kulwant singh | Dec 31, 2019
Greg Eberhardt | Jan 1, 2020

There is no such place.

Are they sell flower plants

Md Shahedur Rahman | Dec 31, 2019
Amanda Matta | Jan 1, 2020

They do sell them. 10$ a piece with 4 roses in them.

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How long do the Roses bloom?

Michael Franklin | Dec 31, 2019
Jude Cundiff | Jan 1, 2020

They all bloom at different times. It's a garden of a variety of roses

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Are the flowers in bloom now ?

Sonal Murbade | Dec 31, 2019
Jay Woolwine | Jan 1, 2020

Yes, I was there last week and there were a few...there should be 1000's this week

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What the city do after season traming the roses leftover?

Margarita Margarita | Dec 31, 2019
L. J. Guilmette | Jan 1, 2020

What do they do with the end of season trimmings? This is Portland. They probably mulch it responsibly.

Where would be the best place for me to find rose related stuff to buy? Is there a gift shop there or anything nice in the city?

Jeremy Fortin | Dec 31, 2019
Rob Melton | Jan 1, 2020

Rose tea, Rose lotion, Rose souvenirs -- this gift shop has everything you could imagine that is related to roses.

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Can you walk with dogs

Tracie Smith | Dec 31, 2019
Marie Hess | Jan 1, 2020

I saw dogs on leashes! Your good to go

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Which is the right month to see the all flowers blooming

Vasi Raji | Dec 31, 2019
Vasi Raji | Jan 1, 2020

Please tell me the correct month..some people mentioned june ...some mentioned july to sep

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When are the flowers usually in bloom? What's a good month to visit?

Karen H | Dec 31, 2019
james brown | Jan 1, 2020

Mid may

Are the roses in bloom bow. 4.18.19?

Fabian Friedman | Dec 31, 2019
Golf God | Jan 1, 2020

No

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When do the flowers start blooming ?

lucero angel | Dec 31, 2019
Kristen Lormand-Yoerger | Jan 1, 2020

Some of the flowers are already in bloom, but if you are specifically referring to the roses, usually around mid to late May.

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are any roses in bloom in mid March?

Gabrielle Dawson | Dec 31, 2019
Tania Van Tuinen | Jan 1, 2020

Unfortunately not... The best time to see the roses is July through October:)

Is the flowers blooming in February? Is it recommended to visit there in that season?

אופיר שמש | Dec 31, 2019
Abe Mendoza | Jan 1, 2020

There were some blossoms on varying bushes but for a more spectacular vista, best to visit in spring.

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Is the garden stroller friendly?

אופיר שמש | Dec 31, 2019
Audrey Focant | Jan 1, 2020

So there is grass everywhere. it's not very convenient but possible.

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I bought a umbrella that gets color changed when it rain. What is its name?

Cuong Tran | Dec 31, 2019
Larry Evans | Jan 1, 2020

Rainbow raindrop colored umbrella

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Restrooms in gift shop?

Carol R | Dec 31, 2018
Andreas Judas | Jan 1, 2019

Nearby the gift shop.

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Can I have a wedding in the park. If so is there a fee? Oldest daughter is getting married on a shoestring budget

kathy tucker | Dec 31, 2018
BALARAMAN RAMABADRAN | Jan 1, 2019

I am doubtful. You get in touch with Admin

Can you drive thru?

Richard Breedlove | Dec 31, 2018
Derrick Whittle | Jan 1, 2019

No. You need to park and parking is not free.

Do the flowers still bloom by the end of September?

Mary J. Pantaleon | Dec 31, 2018
Derrick Whittle | Jan 1, 2019

Yes, still blooming into the first of October

Is the flower still blooming in september? i would like to visit comimg weekend

Fathima Zainulabideen | Dec 31, 2018
james brown | Jan 1, 2019

Still blooming yes, but as ot gets colder in the season the blooms will be less. So come one down and see them roses.

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Is the Rose Garden Open in September and October?

Mimi Logsdon | Dec 31, 2018
james brown | Jan 1, 2019

Yes the rose garden is open year round. The later in the year you attend the rose garden there will be less rose blossoms. But the garden is open year round.

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Do you have scooter rentals?

Lisa George | Dec 31, 2018
Aditya Neelakantan | Jan 1, 2019

Nope

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Where is”channel #5” rose at?

Marina Rios-Daley | Dec 31, 2018
D S | Jan 1, 2019

Unfortunately, the Garden does not list that rose on its website https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/finder/index.cfm?action=ViewFile&PolPdfsID=1831&/2016%20Rose%20Garden%20List.pdf

Are dogs alliwed

Bob Mendoza | Dec 31, 2018
Vicki Williams | Jan 1, 2019

Yes

Is it connected to the Portland Japanese Garden?

Lori Tanaka | Dec 31, 2018
Maria Alvarez | Jan 1, 2019

you have to pay for the Japanese garden. the rose one it's free and way better in my opinion. they are only separated by a 2 car road.

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Can one have a picnic? Alcohol?

L Montano | Dec 31, 2018
Daniel Ramirez | Jan 1, 2019

A picnic yes. Alcohol, I am not familiar with the laws in Portland Oregon

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Does the max train pass by rose garde Portland

Precy Keen | Dec 31, 2018
James Strachan | Jan 1, 2019

It doesn't. But from the Oregon zoo stop you can catch the free shuttle and it will take you to the gardens.

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What is the name of the climbing rose at the entrance of the garden there are four of them planted as you come in neer the ladies restroom they are simple white and pink large and clustered.

The Dirt Rich School | Dec 31, 2018
Michael Twilleager | Jan 1, 2019

I can't remember but they have name plates near them that tell you the name of them. I'm from Portland but live in Montana now and I was just there but not sure what they are called. I have pics of about 300 or so rose bushes so I'd have to check and see

Our small dogs allowed?

Sandra Plaut | Dec 31, 2018
Tony Cardoza | Jan 1, 2019

Yes but must be on leash at all times and leave no trace of dogs on the flowers or beds

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Do you have ore packed beginner plants for sale for transport?

Gail Maes | Dec 31, 2018
Hao Hu | Jan 1, 2019

No

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is there a discount for the japanese garden for seniors?

Darby Fisher | Dec 31, 2018
Traveler | Jan 1, 2019

Yes. They do have senior discount.

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Are roses in full bloom at this time of the year (May) or has the season passed?

Rajinder Kaur | Dec 31, 2018
Michael Nelson (Mike) | Jan 1, 2019

Give it about another week and it should be in full bloom by then. You will not regret going.

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How much are the tickets ?

Godsgift Lydia | Dec 31, 2018
Ashish Singh | Jan 1, 2019

The rose garden entrance is free, but the Japanese garden, which is close by costs $15 for entrance.

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Is it in bloom right now?

Frank | Dec 31, 2018
Mark D | Jan 1, 2019

Should be blooming now. I was there a few weeks ago and there were some buds, but it was still a bit cold.

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What would this be like in early April?

Maggie Spry | Dec 31, 2018
Robert Clifford | Jan 1, 2019

There will be blooms, there's pretty much always blooms.

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How much time should you give yourself to enjoy it?

Justin Ridge | Dec 31, 2018
Dillon Carlos | Jan 1, 2019

I think about 1 hour is enough, but it depends on your level of interest. For a typical person, 1 hour in a rose garden will be plenty.

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Is there anything to see in the winter?

Charise Alexander Adams | Dec 31, 2017
John G | Jan 1, 2018

No roses or other warm season plants, but the view is still there; there are still hedges and trees and you can head up to the Japanese garden.

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How much does it cost to obtain a permit for marriage ?

Kayla Dajnowski | Dec 31, 2017
Smevin Bravis | Jan 1, 2018

City hall should be able to help you with that. If you're looking to have a ceremony there you'll have to talk to management directly.

Can I have a wedding here without permit?

Kayla Dajnowski | Dec 31, 2017
John G | Jan 1, 2018

I don't believe so. But I don't think a permit is difficult or expensive to get...

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