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Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam (Botanical Garden)

For nearly four centuries, Amsterdam’s Hortus Botanicus has regaled visitors with its lush greenhouses and exotic plants. Originally founded in 1638 to serve as a herb garden for the city’s doctors and pharmacists, it’s one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world.

Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam (Botanical Garden)

Opening hours
Monday
10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 17:00
Thursday
10:00 - 17:00
Friday
10:00 - 17:00
Saturday
10:00 - 17:00
Sunday
10:00 - 17:00
Location
Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam (Botanical Garden)
Plantage Middenlaan 2A
1018 DD Amsterdam
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It is not necessary to reserve a time slot to visit this location with your City Card. Make sure that your City Card is valid at the time of your visit.

An oasis in the centre of the city

The Hortus Botanicus offers a tranquil haven from the hustle and bustle of the city surrounding it and contains over 6,000 different indigenous and non-native trees and plants. In addition to a gorgeous cafe, outdoor gardens, and a ‘hothouse’ that emulates three different tropical environments, hundreds of majestic butterflies can be found frolicking inside the Botanicus’ Butterfly Greenhouse.

Standing the test of time

Some of the more unique plants on display include Victoria, the garden’s giant water lily. When in bloom, the 154-year-old lily opens its flower every night around dusk. Also keep an eye out for the Bontanicus’ centuries-old agave cactus that dates back to the Roman era.

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See how Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam makes visits accessible for people with disabilities.

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Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam (Botanical Garden)

Opening hours
Monday
10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 17:00
Thursday
10:00 - 17:00
Friday
10:00 - 17:00
Saturday
10:00 - 17:00
Sunday
10:00 - 17:00
Location
Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam (Botanical Garden)
Plantage Middenlaan 2A
1018 DD Amsterdam
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Follow
Free with the I amsterdam City Card
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