Jardín de Las Hespérides

Jardín de Las Hespérides is a small public garden on Carrer del Beat Gaspar Bono in Valencia, close to the Botanic Garden. Its two-part design tells the Greek story of Hercules and the golden apples through sculptures, while citrus trees and irrigation channels recall Valencian agriculture. Take a quiet pause on a shaded bench, look for the details in the planting and sculpture, or bring a book to read. The garden is compact, so it works well as a brief stop while exploring the area.

A garden shaped by a Greek myth

The garden takes its name from the Hesperides, the sisters who guarded the golden apples in Greek mythology. In the story, Hercules had to obtain the apples as one of his labors. Sculptures in the garden depict parts of this tale, turning a walk through the space into a sequence of mythological scenes.

The garden is arranged in two main parts. Its design draws on the legend without losing sight of its setting in Valencia: citrus trees and acequias, or irrigation channels, pay tribute to the region’s agricultural traditions.

Look closely at the planting and sculptures

Citrus trees are central to the garden’s connection with Valencian agriculture. The planting also includes cypress trees and low herb beds, set among terraces and sculptures. The channels recall irrigation systems associated with the area’s farming history.

The compact grounds suit a short walk or a seated break. Shaded benches provide places to pause among the plants and sculptures. Some cats live in the garden, adding another detail to look out for as you explore.