Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb — Attraction in City of Zagreb

Was lucky enough to get a tour from the director of the garden. The garden is free to access. Since it has no admission fee or is often overlooked and under appreciated by the local Zagrebians.

This however is a botanical jam packed, actually over-packed, with many varitas and spieces of plans all vying for resources. It is a mesh of verdant life. A green patch of calm in the center of Zagreb.

You will find here a water plant glass house pond, a recently discovered Australian dinosaur tree, a planter with a variety of insect eating plants, a number of alpinariums (rock gardens with indeginous plants), a pond with an Asian themed bridge and Cypress trees as well as invasive nasty turtles which have taken over, and an experimental wild meadow, which proves we still have a lot to learn about nature inorder to mimic it.

On the grounds is also one of a few buildings that were preserved from an exhibition in the 19th hundred.

The gardens are slowly but surely renovating and reconstructing the garden's structures which have fallen into disrepair through the years.

Recommended for a visit even if just a...

The Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb, established in 1889, is a vibrant and educational oasis in Zagreb, Croatia. Encompassing 5 hectares, it boasts a diverse collection of plant species, including native and exotic plants. As an esteemed research institution, it facilitates botanical studies and offers thematic sections for visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. The garden serves as a captivating destination that combines scientific exploration, conservation, and natural splendor.

Come wander through the garden's vibrant embrace, Where nature's wonders adorn every space. As a sunflower, I beckon with open arms, Discovering tranquility and botanical charms.

Breathe in the scents, let your worries subside, Find solace in this haven where life's beauties reside. Amidst the flowers and wisdom that it imparts, Let the botanical garden ignite joy...

Such an inspiring botanical garden - including perfect orderly flower beds and wild areas as well. Here and there, you'll find useful explanations about the garden and of specific species - in Croatian and English. It is a wonderful place to find shadow and to rest a tired city mind and enjoy the poetic pond and wooden Japanese style bridge! In the beautifully restored pavilion, there was a small exhibition of furniture and graphics. The garden is lucky to have a couple of dinosaur trees - one of them newly discovered in Australia!! (See the second picture). For some reason, the glass houses were not open - anyway, it was too hot with 34 degrees outside in late August... But the clean and even beautiful toilets were open and free! The entrance price (2 euro)could definitely be higher (5 euro) to help the garden become even more...