Set up over 350 years ago, this is one of the world’s finest botanic gardens with an amazingly diverse collection of plants within its 70 acres. The impressive glasshouses include the Victorian Tropical Palm House and Temperate Palm House, where you’ll find a lush profusion of rare, exotic and amazing plants. Look out for exquisite orchids, ancient cycads, giant Amazon waterlilies, towering bamboos, exotic climbers flowering along the balconies, spice plants such as turmeric and cardamom, and important food crops including bananas, rice, sugar, cocoa and tea.
Important update
Due to ongoing rule changes in response to the coronavirus pandemic, public gardens may experience unforeseen restrictions and opening hours. To avoid disappointment we advise you contact gardens directly before visiting. Please see the individual garden’s website. If you can’t find the information you require, please call the garden directly. You’ll find website links and telephone numbers on the individual garden pages in this online directory
Some gardens require you to pre-book your tickets before visiting the garden. If this applies to a garden you’re planning to visit, please ensure you take your 2-for-1 Card with you to validate your booking.
Thank you.
Using your 2-for-1 card at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
- One free entry with one full-paying adult
- NB Glasshouses may close at times for repairs – check before visiting
- Before setting off check the garden’s website or call direct, as opening details can vary and one-off restrictions may apply
- Time slot tickets must be booked in advance before visiting the garden at www.rbge.org.uk
Opening details:
All year, daily, 10am-6pm (closing time varies seasonally & glasshouses close 1 hour earlier)
Entry prices:
Garden entry free, but card is valid for glasshouses: adults £7, seniors £6, accompanied under-16s free. Booking may be required – see website
