The treasure-trove of tropical plants, steamy hot houses, and exotic palm trees planted in these soothing, tranquil gardens have their origins in former Dutch colonies across the world. Established in 1682, the gardens are packed with 115,000 rare plants and trees; in summer the landscape explodes with the colors and scents of more than 250,000 flowers. The three-climate greenhouse gets progressively warmer as you walk through it—most of the plants in there come from Australia and South Africa. There’s also an herb garden, a desert greenhouse, a tree-spotting route through the gardens, and a butterfly house with free-flying giant butterflies that kids love.
Amsterdam› Attraction
Hortus Botanicus (Botanical Garden)
Plantage Middenlaan 2A
Our Rating
Hours
Daily 10am–5pm, 5pm (Sun till 7pm in July–Aug). Closed Jan 1, Dec 25
Phone
020/625-9021
Prices
Admission 9.75€ adults; 5.50€ seniors, students, and children 5–14
Web site
Hortus Botanicus (Botanical Garden)

Map
Plantage Middenlaan 2A AmsterdamNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.