Take a step from the rush of the city and head to the National Botanic Gardens in Glasnevin. Founded in 1795 by the Dublin Society, it shares a satellite garden and arboretum with Kilmacurragh in Wicklow.
This garden is famous for its collection of over 15,000 plant species from across the globe. There are 300 endangered plant species, including six that are otherwise extinct. In addition to the live plants, there are millions of dried specimens to see. Come and smell the roses and rhododendrons, or explore the rockery and vegetable garden.
It may be even better known for its glasshouses particularly those of the Great Palm House and the Turner Curvilinear Range. The glasshouses were once constructed of wood but were all reconstructed with iron by 1883. They have received the Europa Nostra Award for Excellence in Conservation Architecture. Each glasshouse is dedicated to specific plant species, from cacti to orchids.
In addition to the outdoor botanical gardens, the National Herbarium is also housed here. Horticultural Research and education are conducted on the 20,000 plant samples of seeds, fibers, and plant extracts.
Tired of exploring the gardens? Finish your day with a much-needed stop in the café and the lecture theatre.
By bus:
Take a bus from Rotunda, Dublin Bus Head to Glasnevin, Mobhi Road. It is a journey of 3.3 km that is covered in 11 minutes and costs 3 EUR. It is followed by a short 6-minute walk to National Botanic Gardens.
By taxi:
Take a taxi from Dublin to National Botanic Gardens. It is a journey of 7.1 km that is covered in 10 minutes and costs 12 to 15 EUR.
Winter Opening Hours:
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 04:30 p.m.
Monday: 09:00 a.m. to 04:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 09:00 a.m. to 04:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 09:00 a.m. to 04:30 p.m.
Thursday: 09:00 a.m. to 04:30 p.m.
Friday: 09:00 a.m. to 04:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 04:30 p.m.
Summer Opening Hours from Sunday 3rd March 2019:
Sunday: 09:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Monday: 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Thursday: 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Friday: 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Saturday: 09:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m
Waiting Time
No waiting.
Entrance Fee
Time you can spend
2 to 3 hours
Weather
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