Ghent University Botanical Garden: A Green Oasis
Explore over 10,000 plant species from around the globe in Ghent's serene University Botanical Garden, a historic green space since 1902.
The Ghent University Botanical Garden, a serene escape in the city, houses over 10,000 plant species across seven acres. Established at its current location near Citadel Park in 1902, the garden features diverse collections in both open-air settings and within three greenhouses: subtropical, tropical, and Victorian.
A brief summary to Universiteit Gent - Botanical Garden
- Karel Lodewijk Ledeganckstraat 35, Ghent, Arrondissement of Ghent, 9000, BE
- +3292645073
- Visit website
- Monday 9:30 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 9:30 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am-6 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-6 pm
- Friday 9:30 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Visit the greenhouses during winter for a warm escape and to see tropical plants thriving.
- Check the Universiteit Gent website for guided tours, including special tours for children.
- Take advantage of the garden library, which houses over 500 books on botany and horticulture.
Getting There
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Walking
From Gent-Sint-Pieters railway station, it's approximately a 10-minute walk. Follow Koningin Astridlaan to Citadel Park. Walk through or along the edge of Citadel Park to the ICC. Cross Emile Clauslaan, and the entrance to the Botanical Garden will be on your right. Alternatively, walk around Citadel Park by turning onto Fortlaan from Koningin Astridlaan. The Botanical Garden path leads to the entrance. No cost for walking.
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Public Transport
From Gent-Sint-Pieters station, take tram line 1 towards 'Ledeberg'. Get off at the 'Korenmarkt' stop. From there, it's about a 10-minute walk. Head west on the 'Korenlei', cross the bridge, and follow 'Walpoortstraat' until it merges with 'Karel Lodewijk Ledeganckstraat'. The Botanical Garden will be on your left. A single ride costs €3 and is valid for 60 minutes.
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Taxi
Taxis are available at Gent-Sint-Pieters railway station. A taxi ride from the station to the Botanical Garden typically costs around €16. The journey takes approximately 10 minutes. Taxi fares in Ghent start at €9, with a price of €2.10 per kilometer.
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Car
If driving, navigate to Karel Lodewijk Ledeganckstraat 35, 9000 Gent. From the E40 motorway, take the exit towards Gent and follow signs for the city center. Parking near the Botanical Garden can be limited. Consider using public parking garages such as 'Parking Sint-Pietersplein' or 'Parking Kouter'. Parking rates vary, with street parking costing around €1.80 for 1 hour and €3.60 for 2 hours in orange zones. Mobypark offers options for pre-booked parking.
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