The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a world-leading centre of excellence in plant science, conservation horticulture and education. Together, its four Gardens across Scotland are home to one of the largest and richest plant collections on Earth.
The Gardens were a short walk from where we staying in Edinburgh. An employee at the entrance recommended what section we should start in and told us that there was a nice overlook of the city at the top of the hill. Plenty of gorgeous water works and creeks run along the walking paths.
The gardens were a welcome quiet spell whilst visiting Edinburgh. Quite a walk from the Royal mile, well 30 minutes. The gardens were well kept and stunning. I couldn't give five stars this time as the greenhouse area was shut, but I know from previous, that the greenhouse is definitely worth a visit.
Wonderfully laid-out gardens, full of different zones, and easily accessible. Picturesque vistas of the Edinburgh. A must-visit if you have time, allow at least 2 hours. Unfortunately, all the glass-house are being refurbished (a major repair job). And of course, it's free (like most museums). The excellent Lothian bus services take you straight to the Eastern Gate entrance. Good restaurant & educational areas also.
A must see if you are visiting Edinburgh. Great place for talking a walk, to explore wide variety of plants, and to listen the trees (it's really windy ). It is not far away from the city centre, it is also free but you can give a donation.
First time there, very tidy and quiet. The birds aren't afraid of visitors and it's a great place to take the kids. A wide variety of trees and plants to look at and touch. There's a cafe and plenty toilets. There's ducks too! Lego for the kids and you can buy plants as well, just so much to see! 10/10!
It is lovely there. Too beautiful. Short of words on how best to describe the beauty out there. We wenti in on the Victoria Day holiday (a Monday), took the day off work to be with the kids and thought this would be a great place to go. And it was. It was not overly crowded. There are lots of plants in season (Spring), and their life-giving, spirit-lifting, fragrance-oozing essence was simply satisfying. There are shops and cafes, which is just a brilliant idea and easy to find with the map and direction pointers. So when you've walked the entire stretch of the gardens you can refuel your body . The food was tasty and had reasonable prices. They've got toilets and baby changing rooms if you need them. Ultimately, I'd say it is a well-thought-out project and we had a lovely experience. I'd probably visit now in all the different seasons.
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Picnic tables
Public toilet
Toilets
Good for kids
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The Gardens were a short walk from where we staying in Edinburgh. An employee at the entrance recommended what section we should start in and told us that there was a nice overlook of the city at the top of the hill. Plenty of gorgeous water works and creeks run along the walking paths.
The gardens were a welcome quiet spell whilst visiting Edinburgh. Quite a walk from the Royal mile, well 30 minutes. The gardens were well kept and stunning. I couldn't give five stars this time as the greenhouse area was shut, but I know from previous, that the greenhouse is definitely worth a visit.
Wonderfully laid-out gardens, full of different zones, and easily accessible. Picturesque vistas of the Edinburgh. A must-visit if you have time, allow at least 2 hours. Unfortunately, all the glass-house are being refurbished (a major repair job). And of course, it's free (like most museums). The excellent Lothian bus services take you straight to the Eastern Gate entrance. Good restaurant & educational areas also.
A must see if you are visiting Edinburgh. Great place for talking a walk, to explore wide variety of plants, and to listen the trees (it's really windy ). It is not far away from the city centre, it is also free but you can give a donation.
First time there, very tidy and quiet. The birds aren't afraid of visitors and it's a great place to take the kids. A wide variety of trees and plants to look at and touch. There's a cafe and plenty toilets. There's ducks too! Lego for the kids and you can buy plants as well, just so much to see! 10/10!
It is lovely there. Too beautiful. Short of words on how best to describe the beauty out there. We wenti in on the Victoria Day holiday (a Monday), took the day off work to be with the kids and thought this would be a great place to go. And it was. It was not overly crowded. There are lots of plants in season (Spring), and their life-giving, spirit-lifting, fragrance-oozing essence was simply satisfying. There are shops and cafes, which is just a brilliant idea and easy to find with the map and direction pointers. So when you've walked the entire stretch of the gardens you can refuel your body . The food was tasty and had reasonable prices. They've got toilets and baby changing rooms if you need them. Ultimately, I'd say it is a well-thought-out project and we had a lovely experience. I'd probably visit now in all the different seasons.
