Gardens · Central Scotland
Rock Garden
In or near Edinburgh.
Rock Garden — a garden in Central Scotland, United Kingdom.
Richard West — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2.5 h
- Best time of year
- Spring & summer (Apr–Sep)
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 1.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Rock Garden is a garden located in Central Scotland, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
Photo gallery
See it from the streetimagery from 2018
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Official information
The Rock Garden is a beautifully landscaped area featuring a diverse collection of plants, rocks, and water features. Visitors can explore various themed sections and enjoy the tranquil environment, making it a perfect spot for relaxation and nature appreciation.
Place summary
The Rock Garden is a garden located in central Scotland. It features a diverse range of rock formations and alpine plants, showcasing an extensive collection of flora suited to the region's climate.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.9640, -3.2055
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH3 5NS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh North and Leith
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 1.6 km
Sources
- osm: node/1128621951 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rock Garden?
- Rock Garden is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH3 5NS).
- What is Rock Garden?
- Rock Garden — a garden in Central Scotland, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Rock Garden?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 1.6 km away. The nearest town is Edinburgh. Drivers can use postcode EH3 5NS.
- Is Rock Garden free to visit?
- Yes, Rock Garden is free to enter.
- How do I get to Rock Garden?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH3 5NS.