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Botanic gardens · Yorkshire & the Humber

York Museum Gardens

In or near York.

Free admission4.7 · 9,200 Google reviews

Botanical gardens in York, England. Contains the Yorkshire Museum and ruined St. Mary's Abbey

St Olave's Church - geograph.org.uk - 7857730

Ralph Greig — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
York · 0.6 km
  • Free entry

About

York Museum Gardens is a botanic garden located in england yorkshire. A British botanic garden curating native and exotic plant collections for scientific, conservation and public-education purposes. Botanical gardens in York, England. Contains the Yorkshire Museum and ruined St. Mary's Abbey

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Official information

York Museum Gardens is a picturesque area featuring a diverse collection of plant species, wildlife, and historical landmarks. Visitors can explore the beautiful gardens, which include the medieval ruins of St. Mary’s Abbey and various trees and shrubs.

Place summary

York Museum Gardens is a botanic garden located in Yorkshire, established in 1835. The gardens feature a diverse collection of plants and are situated adjacent to the Yorkshire Museum. Visitors can explore the landscaped grounds, which offer a tranquil environment for relaxation and leisure. The site is also home to several historic ruins, adding to its cultural significance.

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Coordinates
53.9614, -1.0881
District
York
Parish
York, unparished area
Postcode
YO1 7FR
Parliamentary constituency
York Central
Established
1835
Nearest railway station
York0.6 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is York Museum Gardens?
York Museum Gardens is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO1 7FR), in the parish of York, unparished area.
What is York Museum Gardens?
Botanical gardens in York, England. Contains the Yorkshire Museum and ruined St. Mary's Abbey
How do I get to York Museum Gardens?
The nearest railway station is York, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode YO1 7FR.
When was York Museum Gardens built?
Built or established in 1835.
How do I get to York Museum Gardens?
The nearest railway station is York, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO1 7FR.