Being one of Birmingham's best attractions, The Birmingham Botanical Gardens offers something for everyone, be it one of the four stunning glasshouses showing tropical rainforest to arid desert, playground, tearoom and garden gift shop all surrounded by some of the most beautiful gardens in the UK.
Where is Birmingham Botanical Gardens & Glasshouses located?
Local Traffic: Follow signs for Edgbaston then brown tourist signs to Botanical Gardens.
Buses: 23, 24, 1, X8, 9, X10, 12, 12A, 13, 13A, 13B, X21 and 126 all stop outside, or very close to, the Gardens.
Trains: From Five Ways Station – 20 minutes walk.
From Birmingham New Street Station – buses (as above) or taxi (approx. 20 minutes).
What style of garden is Birmingham Botanical Gardens & Glasshouses?
There are four glasshouses which range from exotic Tropical House through to Subtropical, Mediterranean and Arid Houses. There is a large lawn in front of the glasshouses with a range of beds and shrubberies around its perimeter. Overall, the character is that of a Victorian public park with a bandstand set in 15 acres (6.1 ha) of landscaped greenery.
What can guests enjoy at Birmingham Botanical Gardens & Glasshouses?
The Birmingham Botanical Gardens offers something for everyone, be it one of the four stunning glasshouses showing tropical rainforest to arid desert, playground, tearoom and garden gift shop and don't forget the amazing events .
