Glasgow Botanic Gardens is a beautiful and historic botanic garden located in the city of Glasgow, Scotland. The garden is open to the public throughout the year, and offers a variety of activities and events for visitors of all ages. The gardens feature a wide variety of plants, trees, and shrubs, as well as a number of sculptures and other works of art.
Opening Hours
The Botanic Gardens are open seven days a week, from 8am to 8pm. On Sundays and Bank Holidays, the gardens are open from 10am to 6pm.
Admission Prices
Admission to the gardens is free of charge.
What to See and Do
The gardens feature a number of attractions, including:
- Kibble Palace: A Victorian glasshouse containing a large collection of exotic plants and trees.
- Gardens: The gardens feature a number of different themed gardens, including a Japanese garden, a tropical garden, and a rock garden.
- Sculptures: The gardens are home to a number of sculptures, including a bronze bust of Sir Walter Scott and a memorial to the Scottish poet Robert Burns.
- Events: The gardens host a variety of events throughout the year, including art exhibitions, concerts, and festivals.
Facilities
The gardens offer a number of facilities for visitors, including:
- Café: The Botanic Gardens café is open throughout the day and serves a variety of hot and cold food and drinks.
- Gift Shop: The gift shop offers a range of souvenirs and gifts related to the gardens.
- Toilets: Toilets are available in the main entrance building and in the café.
- Parking: There is limited on-site parking available for visitors.
Accessibility
The gardens are accessible for visitors with mobility impairments, with accessible paths, toilets, and lifts. Wheelchairs are available for loan from the main entrance building.
Dogs
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens.
