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Cambridge University Botanic Garden
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom (UK)
Last updated: 30 November, 2024
More than simply a beautiful place to visit, the Botanic Gardens has been at the forefront of horticultural research for 175 years. There are over 8,000 plant species from all over the world, separated into different areas; a spectacular array of trees flank the main walk, with glasshouses, a raised walkway and rose gardens, meadows and Mediterranean gardens all ablaze with colour and scent.
More than just a place to come and stroll, this will appeal to keen gardeners, and anyone fascinated by plants.
Logistics
Price from: £6
Minimum age: 0
Age suitable: 6+
When: All year around
Getting there & doing it
The garden is five minutes’ walk from Cambridge train station, and fifteen minutes from the town centre. On weekends there are free tours of the garden – check the website for timings.
When to do it
The gardens are open all year round, seven days a week. The garden is particularly beautiful from late spring through to autumn.
