Explore the Glasgow Botanic Gardens

Glasgow City, United Kingdom

Description

A great place to enjoy year-round plants and take a walk!

This was not quite as large as the Edinburgh Royal Botanic Gardens, but it’s still fun and worth a stop. Plus, it’s another free activity.

-Founded in 1817

-Indoor (“glasshouses”) and outdoor exhibits

-Koi pond

-Plenty of seating options

-Peaceful atmosphere with lots of areas to walk and explore

-There’s even a Tea Room open from April to September: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and in the winter from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

If you have never been to Glascow before, be sure to check out Hanoi Bike Shoprestaurant. It is insanely delicious and only 0.4 miles away!

730 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G12 0UE, United Kingdom

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