University of Bristol Botanic Garden — Attraction in Bristol

I always like visiting botanic gardens. I was a member of Kew gardens until moving to Bristol. This is a lot smaller than Kew but it did not disappoint. The Bristol botanic garden has a wide variety of plants and they were all very well looked after. As it is smaller, you can see everything within a day, unlike Kew. The garden is well planned and if you follow it's route, you can see everything and will probably give you some surprises. Whether you are planning to visit with friends, family or on your own, it will offer a lovely day out, even on a rainy day. Don't miss out their greenhouses, which offers a wide range of unusual tropical plants. Great one if you are visiting on a cold day :) students, children and University of Bristol staff can visit for free, everyone else will be £5.50. They can only except cash. If you plan to visit frequently, I'd recommend becoming a member, which is £25 a year with unlimited visits. Staff are friendly. They will give you a sticker which is your entry ticket and a map. They encourage you to bring food yourself but there is a cafe. They do shut for a few months over the winter, and I think they closes at 1630. Do check their opening times...

The University of Bristol Botanic Garden is an absolutely stunning place and a must-visit for any nature lover! We were truly amazed by the incredible diversity of plant life and everything we saw during our visit. The garden is beautifully maintained, with a fascinating collection of plants from around the world, including tropical, Mediterranean, and rare species.

Walking through the different sections felt like traveling across continents, each area offering something unique and breathtaking. The glasshouses were particularly impressive, housing exotic plants that thrive in carefully controlled environments. The staff and volunteers were also very knowledgeable and happy to share insights about the garden’s history and conservation efforts.

It’s a peaceful and inspiring place, perfect for a relaxing day out. We left feeling enriched and full of appreciation for the beauty of nature. Highly...

This garden is like no other I know other than Kew, probably because it is curated by botanists as much as it is gardened. The plants are arranged as collections rather than flower-beds. Witty labelling in places "orchids are surprisingly useless except for aesthetics and vanilla". The glass houses are magnificent - collections of cactus, orchids, carnivores, huge water-lilies. You can see many of the rare plants from the Avon Gorge without having to abseil (although that is still an option elsewhere...). A good place to see what might grow in your Bristol garden. It is...