Botanical Garden of the University of Wrocław — Attraction in Wrocław

The Botanical Garden in Wrocław is the second oldest (after Kraków) in Poland. It was established with the University of Wrocław in 1811, which was a connection with Viadrina in Frankfurt and the Jesuit Academia Leopoldinum.

The original Botanical Garden (Ogród Botaniczny) was located on around 5 ha. Its first director ordered 427 seeds and seedlings. But the Garden developed rapidly. In 1816 there was already two thousand plants and its surface was getting bigger and bigger. Today with the surface of 7.5 ha there are 11.5 thousand plants and their cultivars registered, including mountain, rock, water, marsh, tropical and subtropical plants. The Garden has a status of a separate institute of the Faculty of Biological Sciences of University of Wrocław, there is a Natural Museum and the Garden itself has been registered as a monument of history. Located close to Ostrów Tumski, it is a popular place for leisure in the open air. Many events take place here, for example Majówki Tumskie, the finals of Magnolia Wrocławskiej, Festival of Pumpkins; there are also concerts and open-air events for children and meetings of gardening enthusiasts. Newly-wed couples choose the Garden for their photo shoots. The Garden has two entrances: from ul. Sienkiewicza and ul. Kanonia (Ostrów Tumski). Today with the surface of 7.5 ha there are 11.5 thousand plants and their cultivars registered, including mountain, rock, water, marsh, tropical and...

A serene and historic retreat located just a short walk from the city’s Market Square. Established in 1811, it stands as the second oldest botanical garden in Poland and serves both as a scientific research center and a peaceful haven for visitors. 

Spanning approximately 7.4 hectares, the garden boasts over 7,500 plant species, including rare and exotic varieties. Visitors can explore diverse sections such as rock gardens, aquatic plant areas, and greenhouses housing tropical flora. Highlights include a picturesque lily pond, charming wooden bridges, and the “Panorama of Nature” exhibition, which offers insights into the evolution of plant life. 

The garden is open seasonally from April to October, with operating hours varying by month. It’s advisable to check the official website for current opening times and ticket prices. While the garden is a delightful destination for all ages, visitors should be prepared for seasonal weather conditions and note that some pathways may be uneven.

Overall, the Botanical Garden offers a tranquil escape from the urban bustle, making it a must-visit for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a moment of relaxation amidst...

Totally awful and dissapointed. They have put old people who doesn't understand technology and we have the oppurtunity in general to pay with cash or card, but those people who where there, first of all, they didn't know a single word in english and they didn't even know how to let us pay with card so they kept on asking us to pay with cash. When they are going to put old people in the ticket store, atleast learn them to use a card machine. And when tourists comes from many different countries, they should atleast know how to communicate in English. The garden itself was really dissapointing aswell. The cactuses that were inside were in really bad condition and not watered enough. It was so sad looking at half-dead plants. And it doesn't take a lot of effort to take care of some cactuses. And many of the flowers outside was dead. When we were going to get picked up by an Uber, we waited outside the ticket store under a three because it was raining, she called on the security guy and made him lock the door because she thought we were a threat for her. Really awful experience and would never recommend this garden...