The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is both a scientific institution and a tourist attraction. It was originally founded in 1670 as a physic garden to grow medicinal plants. Today it occupies four sites across Scotland: Edinburgh, Dawyck, Logan and Benmore–each with its own specialist collection.

The Garden at Edinburgh

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The Edinburgh Botanic Garden was originally at Holyrood, and later Leith, but has been located at the Inverleith site since 1820. It is a popular place amongst local residents, particularly young families, to go for a walk. It is referred to by locals as 'The Botanics'. Entry is free.

The gardens contain a range of glasshouses featuring the tallest palm house in Britain.

See also

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• Gardens in Scotland

External links

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• Official Site

Botanical gardens in Scotland | Visitor attractions in Edinburgh | Scottish public bodies | Scottish Executive Environment and Rural Affairs Department

Royal Botanical Garden Edinburg