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Utrecht University Botanic Gardens

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Nature’s laboratory! These vast gardens blend scientific research with natural beauty, featuring rock gardens, tropical greenhouses, and a mesmerizing butterfly house—a perfect mix of education, biodiversity, and serene walks.

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4.3 / 5
  • Scientific and Educational Focus: A research-driven botanical garden, supporting biodiversity studies and environmental education through interactive exhibits and guided tours.
  • Diverse Ecosystems: Features six unique garden landscapes, including a rock garden, tropical greenhouses, and a mesmerizing butterfly house.
  • Historic Fort Hoofddijk: Built on a 19th-century fortress, blending military history with breathtaking plant collections and scenic walking paths.

Date

1 March - 31 December 2025

How to get there?

Located in Utrecht Science Park in the eastern part of the city, the gardens sit near Fort Hoofddijk, Wilhelmina Park, and the lush Amelisweerd estate, offering a mix of nature and historic landscapes.

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