About this experience
Discover the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands with this entry ticket. Venture through the Hortus botanicus Leiden and admire stunning plant collections from around the globe.
Highlights
- Be in awe of a variety of trees that are over a century old
- See plants from all over the world, mainly from South-East Asia
- Marvel at trees and plants that are endangered worldwide
- Witness a unique combination of carnivorous, tropical, and seasonal plants
- Discover the oldest botanical gardens of the Netherlands with this entry ticket
What's included
- Entry to the Botanical Gardens
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Discover the unique plant collections of the Hortus botanicus Leiden in an hour and a half with this admission ticket. Enjoy flowering bulbs in the spring or take a relaxing walk under the colorful ancient monumental trees in the autumn, the garden is worth visiting during any season.
After exchanging your ticket at the Hortus botanicus Leiden front gate, begin your adventure through the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands at your own pace.
Witness the historical garden founded in 1590 where the first tulips in Europe were grown. Walk through the Front Garden and admire the recently built glasshouse, the Clusius Garden, and the Japanese Garden where the historical exchange of plants between Japan and the Netherlands can be admired.
Imagine yourself in the jungles of Southeast Asia while being surrounded by the collection of tropical orchids and more. Unwind in the gardens and have a relaxed walk under the monumental trees.
See a collection of carnivorous plants, rare tropical orchids, and seasonal favorites such as the Jade Vine (flowering in March-April), the Victoria amazonica (flowering June-September), and the Chinese Lotus (flowering in July).
Be in awe of a collection of almost thirty trees, some of which are over a century old and be sure to visit the souvenir shop and Grand Café before your experience is over.
Operating hours
10:00-17:00