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Address: Cambridge University Botanic Garden, 1 Brookside, Cambridge, CB2 1JE, Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire How do we get there? Number: 01223 336265
About this activity
The Cambridge University Botanic Garden is an amazing place for families to visit who love that nature-filled day, as it's here you can explore their collection which houses over 8,000 plant species from all over the world!
The aim of the gardens and the collection is to facilitate teaching and research, so you know your kids are in great hands, and ready for a day of nature, colours, wildlife and education!
Since its foundation, the Garden has become a beautiful place for families of all ages to enjoy and benefit from, through a series of wonderful landscapes where you can discover the drama of plant diversity.
As you make your way around the Cambridge University Botanic Garden, kids can explore the different Garden sections - from tropical glasshouses to British wild flowers.
They can learn all about Dry Gardens, filled with water-wise planting and drought-tolerant planting inspiration. You might want to take a photo at the fountain, a beautiful centrepiece of the gardens.
The Glasshouse Range is filled with everything from delicate alpines to exotic tropicals, which are always fun to see. Then you have the super fun Grass Maze which offers playful planting for all ages to enjoy!
With so many things to do, see and learn, the Cambridge University Botanic Garden is a great family day out for all!
Activity location
Directions
The Botanic Garden is a 15-minute walk from Cambridge city centre and 5 minutes from Cambridge train station, with entrances on Trumpington Road (Brookside Gate) and Hills Road (Station Road Gate).
Because there is no car park at the gardens, they recommend the Park & Ride services. The Trumpington Park and Ride bus stops outside Brookside gate, on Trumpington Road.
The main Cambridge Railway Station (CBG) is a 5-minute walk from Station Road Gate
How much does it cost?
Adults
£7.20 without donation
Children
Free under 16 years
Discount
Friends and Cambridge University students enjoy free entry!
Last Updates
2023
Cambridge University Botanic Garden FAQ’s
They love to do their bit! One example is bottled water in the cafe is provided by One Water who donate 100% of the profit to help fund clean water supply projects in developing countries.
You can find baby changing toilets in the Cafe.
For those rumbling tummies, the Garden Café is open all year round offering breakfast items, soups, wraps, and ice creams!
Check out "Whats On" at the garden, so you won't miss out on fun events and happenings that you might want to be part of!
A stop by the Garden Shop is a must! The Garden Shop is located at the Brookside entrance, and is where you can pick up a wide range of beautiful cards and unique gifts, plants and much more!
The Garden offers imaginative learning opportunities for all ages from early years to higher education! The hands-on experiences are all curriculum based too, and it's a great way for kids to learn!
You can find baby changing toilets in the Cafe.
There are vegan, vegetarian and healthy items available in the cafe
Carers visit free. Assistance dogs are welcome. Accessible toilets can be found in the Cafe and Glasshouse Range. An accessible toilet is also situated near Brookside Ticket Office.
The Garden is open to the general public. Walk ups welcome, pre-booking is optional.
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