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The Great Britain Guide

Botanic gardens Β· Central Scotland

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

In or near Edinburgh.

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh β€” a botanic garden in scotland central.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley Β· 1.8 km

About

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a botanic garden located in scotland central. A British botanic garden curating native and exotic plant collections for scientific, conservation and public-education purposes. Botanical garden in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

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Official information

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a renowned botanical garden that showcases a diverse collection of plants from around the world. Visitors can explore beautifully landscaped gardens, glasshouses, and various exhibitions that highlight the importance of plant conservation and biodiversity.

Place summary

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a botanic garden located in central Scotland, established in 1670. It is renowned for its extensive collection of plants and its significant contributions to botanical research. The garden features a range of distinct areas, including themed gardens and glasshouses that showcase various plant species. Visitors can expect a mix of natural beauty and scientific interest in a historic setting.

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Coordinates
55.9651, -3.2085
Postcode
EH3 5NZ
Parliamentary constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith
Established
1670
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley β€” 1.8 km
Official site
www.rbge.org.uk

Sources

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Botanic gardens Β· Central Scotland

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

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Natural landmarks Β· Central Scotland

The Harp to Aeolus

The Harp to Aeolus β€” a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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Public art & sculpture Β· Central Scotland

The Permanence of Fragility

The Permanence of Fragility β€” a public art in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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Natural landmarks Β· Central Scotland

Azalea Lawn

Azalea Lawn β€” a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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Historic houses Β· Central Scotland

Inverleith House

Inverleith House β€” architectural structure in City of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.

FreeπŸ‘Άβ†— rbge.org.uk
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Galleries Β· Central Scotland

RBGE Inverleith House

RBGE Inverleith House β€” a gallery in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

FreeπŸ‘Άβ†— rbge.org.uk

Where to eat & stay near Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Places to stay

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Hotels Β· Central Scotland

Rabble

Rabble β€” a hotel in scotland central.

Free↗ rabbleedinburgh.co.uk
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Hotels Β· Central Scotland

Frederick House Hotel

Frederick House Hotel β€” a hotel in scotland central.

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Hotels Β· Central Scotland

Ibis Styles

Ibis Styles β€” a hotel in scotland central.

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Water of Leith Walkway, Bonnington - geograph.org.uk - 6931086πŸ“· 5

Hostels Β· Central Scotland

Just Sleep Hostel

Just Sleep Hostel β€” a hostel in scotland central.

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Hotels Β· Central Scotland

Le Monde

Le Monde β€” a hotel in scotland central.

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Sign for The Rose St Brewery - geograph.org.uk - 6195309πŸ“· 5

Hostels Β· Central Scotland

Code

Code β€” a hostel in scotland central.

Places to eat & drink

Sculpture in the Water of Leith - geograph.org.uk - 2118931πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Hamilton's Bar & Kitchen

Hamilton's Bar & Kitchen in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Kay's Bar

Kay's Bar in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Free↗ kaysbar.uk
East London Street - geograph.org.uk - 7719166πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Public House, 1, 3 East London Street, Edinburgh

Public House, 1, 3 East London Street, Edinburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

The Oxford Bar

The Oxford Bar in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

152, 154 Rose Street, Edinburgh

152, 154 Rose Street, Edinburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Restaurants Β· Central Scotland

The Dome Bar and Grill

The Dome Bar and Grill β€” a restaurant in scotland central.

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Botanic gardens Β· Central Scotland

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Founded 1670, Edinburgh's 70-acre garden β€” world's largest rhododendron collection.

πŸ‘Άβ†— rbge.org.uk
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Frequently asked questions

Where is Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH3 5NZ).
What is Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh β€” a botanic garden in scotland central.
How do I get to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH3 5NZ.
When was Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh built?
Built or established in 1670.
How do I get to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH3 5NZ.