Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a scientific centre for the study of plants, their diversity and conservation, as well as a popular tourist attraction.

About Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

	20A Inverleith Row, Stockbridge and Canonmills EH3 5LR
	01315527171
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It was founded in the 17th century as a physic garden. Now it extends over four Gardens boasting a rich living collection of plants, and is a world-renowned centre for plant science and education.

"exploring and explaining the world of plants for a better future" That's our mission. Without plants, there would be no life on earth. RBGE has been growing and studying plants for over 330 years, and so is perfectly placed to help document and conserve the world's diversity of plantlife.

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Upcoming Events at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Nights Out

Christmas at the Botanics

20th November 2025 - 30th December 2025

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Stockbridge and Canonmills

Explore the sights and sounds of Christmas in this magical after dark experience when it returns to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh!

Gardens and Parks

Hunters Hall Park

Hunters Hall Park Niddrie Mains Road, Edinburgh East EH16 4ND

This park is dedicated to sport, and home to the Jack Kane Centre, which provides a range of sporting and leisure facilities.

Gardens and Parks

Granton Castle Walled Garden

23 West Shore Road EH5 1QB , Edinburgh North EH5 1QB

Granton's very own secret garden is hidden away and was once attached to the now demolished Granton Castle.

Gardens and Parks

Craigmillar Castle Park

Craigmillar Castle Park Old Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh South EH16 4TB

Craigmillar Castle Park is a natural heritage park with areas of mature and young woodland, grassland and old quarries.

Gardens and Parks

Beecraigs Country Park

Beecraigs Country Park , Linlithgow EH49 6PL

Beecraigs Country Park is a great place to visit. It caters for a wide range of leisure and recreational activities within its 370 hectares (913 acres).

Gardens and Parks

Victoria Park Edinburgh

Victoria Park Newhaven Road , Edinburgh North EH6 5PY

A lovely public park in the Trinity area of Edinburgh. The park has been awarded a Green Flag since 2011, in recognition of it being a quality greenspace.

Gardens and Parks