Cambridge University Botanic Garden

I didn’t know about the Botanical Gardens but came to stay in Cambridge with my friend so we took a lovely walk from our hotel. I was very surprised how lovely the gardens are and the exotic plants in the greenhouses were so interesting and beautiful. Lots of places to sit with a picnic in the large grounds. Would highly recommend and was only £5 entrance. There is a café and gift shop too.

Whether your a horticultural expert, or someone who knows nothing, you can still learn from and enjoy the University Botanic Gardens! A magnificent array of colours and an aroma so delicate, yet so divine hits you immediately. Its cheap as the soil in the plant beds too!

I went to Kew Gardens a few weeks after my visit to the Cambridge Botanic Garden, and I spent the majority of my time saying to myself «it’s not nearly as good as the Cambridge Botanic Garden».
Why?
Whereas Kew Gardens is overpriced, oversold, and a bit of a letdown in general, Cambridge Botanic Garden is the exact opposite. It is an intimate retreat, the perfect place for reflection.
The glasshouses are well-​kept, and there’s a wealth of exciting different plants from around the world to discover in each section.
Even though we went in the winter when it was thick with snow, there was still an amazing number of interesting things to see.
Even the trees are varied and beautiful.
Many gardens I’ve visited in the past have had too many screaming kids, too much unused space, or have been a little soulless.
The Cambridge University Botanic Garden is an absolute treasure, and I have no idea how they manage to keep it so well when the entrance fee is so low.
It’s a must-​visit.

If you work for the University you may get concessions for this great magical almost secret garden in Cambridge. Very beautiful, quiet oasis of colour and shapes!
During the summer its tranquil and relaxing to just take a packed lunch and a book and enjoy. They cater for all in the family too! Try it and see — take a rug, lunch and a book!

No walk around these Gardens is ever the same twice. The Botanic Gardens are a lovely place to escape the hustle and bustle of town. Beautifully landscaped, with each garden offering something new and interesting, you could wile away hours just taking in the fresh air and the beautiful borders. Well positioned benches allow you to rest your feet whilst admiring the plants, and a handy café provides the perfect place for a quick cup of tea, and a snack lunch.
What’s more, from mid-​November until the spring, entrance to the Gardens is free, allowing you to have a lovely day out without spending much at all. This is a great place to bring young children who just want to have a run around. You don’t have to be a plant lover to love these Gardens, and I would recommend anyone who is in the area to have a stroll in and see what the Gardens have to offer — you wont be disappointed.

This is the real treasure of Cambridge, a peaceful, verdant, immaculate space. It’s easy to forget just where you are here, just metres away from one of the busiest corners of the city.
It’s perfect for young children too, safe and clean with no drunks, broken glass or dog crap to worry about.

What a tranquil place to be, especially for a good old reflection. It offers very interesting view such as water garden, rock garden, glasshouse with display of hundreds of species of plants; the list goes on and on. Now something for Eco friendly environmental efficient people (EFEE) this botanic garden has thousands of labelled plant specie arranged beautifully in extraordinary organized beds. It is a great place where the young and grown ups can learn a lot about plants from all over the world.
They offer a range of courses such as garden structures, tree identification etc on diffent days, you can visit the website for more details.
The best part of your visit will probably be an encounter with the ever-​clever squirrel who can take nuts from your hands, cheeky little things they are.
It is a lovely place in summer; you can just sit on one of the benches in the beautifully mowed lawn and bath in the sun. It is usually open for visits and group visiting and viewing can be made as well.
Verdict: Eco friendly