Hortus Botanicus Leiden

Lovely place, well worth a visit. Lots of stunning gardens and plants. Delicious, well priced cafe and lots of super clean toilets too. Fantastic location, with large car park only a short walk way and the city centre just across the water.

Absolutely beautiful place with a rich history and diverse selection of plants. An absolute must visit if you're visiting Leiden. There's a lot of amazing events that are always a blast to go to. There's always something new in bloom so it's worth going any time of the year.

very beautiful gardens and nice history! I wish there was more information about the plants and how they got there but there other information as well. The gift shop was very nicely stocked with great things. There is a cafe on the far end of the garden which provided a great stop. Will definitely come again :)

I would never expect to see such a place in Europe! While coming there I had no expectations at all and this place just amazed me. Such a variety of plants! Starting from prehistoric then combined with different zones of the world. Great place to spend chill Saturday.

Lovely place to visit. The planets and plants exhibition is worth the price of the ticket. Dazzling array of plants from all over the world. The rose garden should be even more delightful once the weather is warmer. Very educational.

Hortus Botanicus Leiden is truly a hidden gem in the heart of the city! As a tourist, I found this botanical garden to be an absolute highlight of my trip. The gardens are breathtakingly beautiful, with a rich variety of plants from all over the world. Walking along the peaceful paths, I admired colorful flowers, exotic trees, and tranquil ponds teeming with wildlife. The greenhouses are especially impressive, featuring incredible tropical plants and rare species you rarely get to see elsewhere. There is also a fascinating collection of carnivorous plants and beautiful water lilies. I also enjoyed learning about the garden’s history—it's one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world, and you can really feel the sense of tradition and discovery. The staff was very welcoming and happy to answer questions, and there are plenty of informative signs in English to guide you along the way. Whether you are a nature enthusiast, a photographer, or just looking for a quiet escape from the city, Hortus Botanicus is the perfect destination. I highly recommend visiting this peaceful oasis—it's a wonderful place to unwind, connect with nature, and enjoy the beauty and serenity that Leiden has to offer.

I love the Hortus Botanicus! It’s such a peaceful and relaxing place in Leiden. There are so many nice spots where you can sit outside and just enjoy a moment in nature—whether you're reading, drawing, or even playing games! It’s also great for kids. And don’t even get me started on the greenhouses, they’re amazing—definitely one of my favorite places in Leiden! Plus, if you have the Museum Card (around €70 annually), you can go as often as you want without paying extra. Totally worth it!

One of the coolest, most beautiful botanical gardens I have ever been to. Student pricing is very affordable, the staff are super nice, and the overall experience is perfect.

We absolutely enjoyed our visit here! The entrance fee is 7.50 and well worth it. Take time and walk through every greenhouse. You'll see amazing plants. After the greenhouses, walk through the gardens. There is a Japanese garden and a koi pond as well. A definite visit. If you enjoy plants and are looking for relaxing day. Yelp challenge #25

Hortus Botanicus of Leiden is the Netherlands' oldest botanical garden as well as one of the oldest in the world. It was built in 1587 though the University of Leiden for the benefit of medical students. Its first prefect Carolus Clusius, a Flemish doctor and pioneering botanist, helped formally create this botanical garden. He is also known to have laid the foundations of Dutch tulip breeding and the bulb industry today.

I love botanical gardens, and on my trip to Leiden today I went to the Universiteit Leiden Botanical Garden which is the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands that opened in1590. I didn't see many rare crazy flowers or plants, but this place has SO much potential. They have a few green houses for tropical plants, a rose garden, dry cactus area, a Japanese garden section that was closed off today, orchid plants, and many different tree types. I think for scientists and students this is an interesting place to visit, but as part of the general public today I was looking for a real 'wow' moment and didn't get it. It only cost 2€ with student I.D. to get in, otherwise it's still only 6€. They also have a store which sells flower bulbs and other garden accessories, and a cute cafe onsite that was closed today (Sunday). I saw on their website that they sometimes have plant events, and recently hosted one for daffodils. If you are a student with a museumkaart, you get in free, and I can imagine this being a nice peaceful place to study. Worth checking out in Leiden, good idea to check the website for special events.

Very pretty, well-organized and maintained botanical garden. It's the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands and features many things worth seeing, like the giant Victoria lily, carnivorous plants and a Japanese garden. Its fields and benches are great for relaxing on a sunny day, so it's definitely worth buying a yearly subscription to the garden if you're a local!