Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Address: West Gate: Arboretum Pl, Edinburgh EH3 5NZ, or East Gate: Inverleith Row Edinburgh (EH3 5LP) – Scotland, United Kingdom.
Opening Hours: February to October – Daily 10 am – 5 pm – (last entry 4.15 pm) and from

November to January – Daily 10 am – 4pm (last entry 3.15pm)

Entry Fees: Free (donations welcome)

Bank Holidays: Open (closed 25th December and 1st January) In cases of extreme weather please check the website before you leave for the gardens.

Telephone: +44 (0)131 248 2609 alternative number +44 (0)131 552 7171

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes – Mobility scooters and wheelchairs are available for hire at no extra cost. There is limited availability so it is highly recommend booking in advance.

Suitable For Children: Yes

Cafes & Restaurants: Yes – (The Gateway Cafe – The Terrace Cafe – The Eastgate Coffee Bar)

Toilets and Facilities – Inc Baby Change: Yes

Pets: Assistance Animals Policy For Vistors.
Car Parking: Yes – On-street parking is available near the Garden’s West Gate & Blue Badge parking spaces are located on Arboretum Place.

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Email: info@rbge.org.uk & visitorwelcome@rbge.org.uk

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Botanical Gardens Near Me – Edinburgh

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a renowned scientific institution and a beautiful garden located in the heart of Edinburgh. Founded in 1670, it is one of the oldest botanic gardens in the UK, featuring a diverse collection of plants from around the world.

The garden spans 70 acres and includes various themed gardens, The garden’s standout attractions feature the Rock Garden, Alpine Houses, tranquil Woodland Garden, serene pond, Arboretum (a curated tree collection), the Chinese Hillside, vibrant Rhododendron Collection, and the Scottish Native Plants Collection nestled within the Heath Garden. Each area offers a unique blend of botanical diversity and scenic beauty.

The garden is dedicated to plant research and conservation, playing a vital role in understanding and preserving plant biodiversity. It is home to a variety of plant collections, including alpine plants, tropical species, and native Scottish flora.

The garden also hosts educational programs and exhibitions to engage the public with the importance of plants and conservation efforts.