Glasgow Botanic Gardens

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(2.3K) · Botanical garden in Glasgow, United Kingdom
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One of the city's best-loved public gardens, laced with remote woodland walks around the River Kelvin. The glasshouses contain a collection of tropical …

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Mar 31, 2025
A lovely, well kept garden with much to see. the glass houses are really interesting and the walk alongside the River Kelvin is delightful. The tearoom provided great tea and scones too!Full review by Ian C
Mar 24, 2025
If you want to take a nice chill break from touristing around Glasgow this is a great shout. The flowers around the gardens are absolutely beautiful, and I had a ton of fun using my camera's macro le…Full review by Shaun M
Mar 22, 2025
We saw there was a free tour which we went on that took about an hour. As we went in March there weren't lots of flowers out but it was still worth while. The garden is about 5 minutes walk from the …Full review by stevebL2753ZB

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Is there any trains or underground's near by
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Nearest subway at Hillhead, Byres Road. 5 mins walk
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Answer by Heather A · Oct 10, 2022
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Hello, How long does it take to visit the Botanic Gardens, please?
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There was the 2 buildings and the park. Can easily be done in under an hour if you rush but likely no longer than 2 hours if you take your time. Double check the openning time. Google …
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There was the 2 buildings and the park. Can easily be done in under an hour if you rush but likely no longer than 2 hours if you take your time. Double check the openning time. Google indicated a 10AM openning and when I arrived there was a sign on the door that they didn't open the buildings until noon. Might have been a covid thing and could have changed by now.
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Answer by Tracey F · Mar 7, 2022
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Can I bring my well behaved dog with me today please
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You sure can. I see many people walking dogs in the gardens.
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Is it worth a visit now in the Winter?
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Yes. This time of the year the glass houses will still be looking good. Some of the early cactus may be in flower as well. If you have an interest in plants then you will enjoy an hour or …
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Yes. This time of the year the glass houses will still be looking good. Some of the early cactus may be in flower as well. If you have an interest in plants then you will enjoy an hour or two at the gardens even at this time of the year.
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What are the opening hours and entrance fees?
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The Glasgow Botanic Gardens grounds and glasshouses are free to the public.
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