Opening times
Open daily from 10:00 AM. Closing times are usually 5:00 PM from Feb-Oct, 4:00 PM in Nov and Jan, and 3:30 PM in Dec. Closed 25 Dec and 1 Jan.
At a glance
Tickets
Garden entry is free.
Entry type
Free garden entry with temporary access changes while restoration works continue
Address
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Arboretum Place, Edinburgh EH3 5NZ
Parking and access
There is no on-site parking. Metered on-street parking is available near the West Gate on Arboretum Place, and Blue Badge spaces are described on the access page.
Visit length
1.5-3 hours
Last entry
The visitor page focuses on daily opening and seasonal closing times rather than a separate last-entry cutoff.
Parking
Cafe or restaurant
Gift shop
Accessible toilets
Toilets
Step-free access
Why visit
It gives you a free, flexible way to slow the day down in Edinburgh. Rather than a formal tour or hands-on attraction, this is a place to walk, look around, pause for food or seating, and let children move at an easier pace in a greener setting.
Access
The access page documents marked accessible routes, mostly tarmac paths, frequent benches, and wheelchair or mobility scooter loans.
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