Are Edinburgh Botanical Gardens free?
Are Edinburgh Botanical Gardens free?
The garden’s glasshouses are the only part of the Royal Botanic Garden that are not free to visit. Despite not being free, they are definitely worthwhile exploring. The buildings house over 2.400 plants from various countries, creating a surprising and sensational experience.
Where are the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh?
Inverleith
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is situated at Inverleith one mile north of the city centre, with entrances on Inverleith Row (East Gate) and Arboretum Place (West Gate and John Hope Gateway).
Who owns Edinburgh Botanical?
Economy Directorates
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
| Non Departmental Public Body overview | |
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| Parent department | Economy Directorates |
| Child agencies | Benmore Botanic Garden, Argyll Dawyck Botanic Garden, Borders Logan Botanic Garden, Galloway |
| Website | www.rbge.org.uk |
How long do people spend at the Botanic Gardens Edinburgh?
If you allow approximately one and half hours that should be adequate. Depending how many photos you stop and take!
Can you have a picnic in the Botanic Gardens Edinburgh?
Visitors are welcome to bring their own food and drink, including picnics, into the Garden.
How old are the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh?
About 351 years (1670)
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh/Age
Founded in 1670 as a physic garden growing medicinal plants, the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh has had a remarkable history over the last 350 years.
Are the botanic gardens open during Covid?
During the current COVID restrictions (edited December 2021), we are pleased to welcome visitors to the Gardens, from 10am to 4.30pm on weekdays and on Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holidays (Glasnevin), and 9am to 4.30pm (Kilmacurragh), Monday to Friday, weekends, and bank holidays.
Do you need to book Botanic Gardens?
Visitors are no longer required to book time slot tickets online in advance before visiting. The health and safety of our visitors remains a top priority.
Where is the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh located?
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh was founded in 1670 by two doctors that studied medicinal plants. Despite it being initially located in Holyrood, in 1820 it was moved to Inverleith where there was less pollution.
What are the highlights of the Royal Botanic Garden?
The highlights are the Chinese Hillside, the Queen Mother’s memorial garden, the Rock Garden and the Woodland Garden. The garden’s glasshouses are the only part of the Royal Botanic Garden that are not free to visit. Despite not being free, they are definitely worthwhile exploring.
Is Britannia Hotel wheelchair accessible?
Explore Britannia’s highly accessible 5 decks with highlights including the elegant Royal Apartments, Crew’s Quarters, Engine Room and stunning Royal Deck Tea Room. Highly accessible for wheelchairs and buggies.
How long has the Royal Yacht Britannia been in service?
Step aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia, Her Majesty The Queen’s former floating palace for over 40 years. Pre-book your tickets in advance to guarantee admission.
