Is the Garden accessible for all visitors?

Yes — the Garden aims to be accessible to everyone. <ol> <li>Accessible toilets and seating are available.</li> <li>Wheelchairs and mobility scooters are free to borrow (booking recommended).</li> <li>Most paths are paved or tarmac; some steeper areas are noted.</li> <li>Assistance animals are welcome.</li> </ol>

What should I know about garden etiquette?

To protect this living plant collection, visitors are asked to: <ol> <li>Stay on marked paths</li> <li>Not pick, damage or remove plants</li> <li>Refrain from running or ball games</li> <li>Respect posted signs and staff requests</li> </ol> Photography and quiet enjoyment are encouraged.

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🌿Explore 70 Acres of Beautiful Gardens filled with rare plants, colourful borders & peaceful walking trails
🏛️Visit One of the World’s Oldest Botanic Gardens
🌸Discover Themed Areas, Landscapes including the Rock Garden, Chinese Hillside and Arboretum
🌱Learn About Global Conservation Efforts

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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh,
20A Inverleith Row, EH3 5NZ, Edinburgh

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When is it open?

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh opening times

Mon-Sun 10am-5pm

Please note - all opening times are subject to seasonal changes.

What about facilities?

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh facilities

Serves Alcohol
Vegan Food
Picnic Friendly
On-site Café(s)
Food Stall(s)
First Aid
Disabled Changing Rooms
Baby Changing Facilities
Off-site Parking
Parking (Charges Apply)
Toilets
Gift Shop

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Yes — the Garden aims to be accessible to everyone.

Accessible toilets and seating are available.
Wheelchairs and mobility scooters are free to borrow (booking recommended).
Most paths are paved or tarmac; some steeper areas are noted.
Assistance animals are welcome.

No — bicycles, scooters and other wheeled items are not permitted inside the Garden.

Outdoor picnics are generally welcome in public areas around the Garden but specific sensitive zones (like rock gardens) may have restrictions — follow onsite signage and staff guidance.

Yes — there are cafés, coffee spots and outdoor seating available within or close to the Garden and at nearby visitor facilities.

To protect this living plant collection, visitors are asked to:

Stay on marked paths
Not pick, damage or remove plants
Refrain from running or ball games
Respect posted signs and staff requests

Photography and quiet enjoyment are encouraged.

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Contact Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh directly using the info below.

44 131 552 7171

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Here’s the questions people are asking about Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Q. Is the Garden accessible for all visitors?

Q. Are bicycles, scooters or similar allowed?

Q. Are picnics allowed?

Q. Is there somewhere to eat or drink?

Q. What should I know about garden etiquette?

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