Our Favorite Places to Flourish

The Stanford campus offers a unique gift: spaces to flourish. Flourishing on campus is shaped not just by what you do, but by where you do it. Explore some of our favorite places on campus to recharge, enhance your well-being, practice mindfulness, build relationships, foster a sense of belonging, and savor positive experiences. From quiet gardens to vibrant gathering spaces and inspiring sites, places on Stanford’s campus invite moments of reflection, connection, and exploration. 

Getting to Campus

Explore the best ways to get to Stanford, find parking information, and take advantage of Stanford's free shuttle service to make getting around campus easy.

Best Times to Visit

The best times to enjoy the quiet beauty of campus are Friday afternoons after 4 p.m. and weekends, when parking is generally free unless otherwise noted.