Experts' Choice Award Glasgow Botanic Gardens
What the experts agree on
Glasgow's beloved Botanics deliver an oasis of 50 acres with the showstopping Victorian Kibble Palace glasshouse at its heart. Expert consensus highlights the serene escape from city noise, lush lawns perfect for lounging, and impressive plant
“The plant collection includes some rather acclaimed orchids and begonias. This is a good place to unwind and wander, whether through the working vegetable plot or along the banks of the River Kelvin.”
– Frommer's
Fodor's "When the sun shines, the Botanics (as they're known to locals) quickly fill up with people enjoying the extensive lawns, beautiful flower displays, and herb garden." Full review
The Telegraph "Fifty acres of leafy lawns and lanes in the heart of the west end dominated by the Kibble Palace, a magnificent wrought iron-framed Victorian glasshouse filled with exotic tree ferns." Full review
New York Times "Glasgow Botanic Gardens, an oasis at the heart of the West End, the central area north of the River Clyde, features a spectacular glasshouse. At the Glasgow Botanic Gardens, the domed..."
Rough Guide "Glasgow's Botanic Gardens are home to one of the UK's greatest plant collections and the city centre's grand squares infuse the place with a sense of space"
Rough Guide "Stay in the bohemian West End and picnic in the Botanic Gardens, sourcing treats from one of several delis on Byres Road"
