Botanic Gardens Glasgow Anatomy

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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 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
Feb 20, 2025
A must see visit if your in the area. We only had time to go into the glass houses so can’t really comment on the outside space. It was clean and not busy (in February) had local public toilets and …Full review by V2913DPedwarda
Jan 28, 2025
I recently came with my partner after seeing a top 5 free things to do in Glasgow video online. We thought the gardens looked beyond beautiful and decided to make the trip there. We spent a few hours…Full review by Lee_gray91

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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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Yes, I saw dogs in the gardens when I visited.
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Is it worth a visit now in the Winter?
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Yes, the glasshouses at the Botanic Gardens offer welcome respite from the chilly weather, transporting the visitor to the lush greenery of the tropics. Outside, scampering squirrels …
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Yes, the glasshouses at the Botanic Gardens offer welcome respite from the chilly weather, transporting the visitor to the lush greenery of the tropics. Outside, scampering squirrels provide entertainment for those strolling through this busy city’s tranquil breathing space.
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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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