Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden, Helsinki Travel Guide

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Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden

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Explore diverse plant collections, themed gardens & tropical glasshouses in Helsinki's oldest botanic garden. A refreshing nature escape in the city center.

Escape the urban bustle at Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden, Helsinki's oldest scientific plant collection. Founded in 1678 and relocated to its current city-center location in 1829, the garden offers a diverse landscape of themed gardens and glasshouses boasting thousands of plant species from around the globe. It's a place for research, education, and tranquil nature walks.

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Opening hours

  • MonClosed
  • Tue10 am–5 pm
  • Wed10 am–5 pm
  • Thu11 am–6 pm
  • Fri11 am–6 pm
  • Sat11 am–6 pm
  • Sun11 am–6 pm

Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.

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Kaisaniemenranta 2, 00170 Helsinki
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Getting there

Walking

From Helsinki Central Station, head east on Kaivokatu. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with Rautatieasema. Turn left onto Mannerheimintie and walk until you reach the intersection with Yliopistonkatu. Turn right onto Yliopistonkatu, and continue straight until you reach the garden entrance at Kaisaniemenranta 2. The walk is approximately 600 meters.

Public Transport

Take trams 3, 6, 7, or 9, or many buses that travel along Unioninkatu. Get off at the Kaisaniemi stop or the University of Helsinki stop. The Hakaniemi and University of Helsinki metro stations are also located within 700 meters of the Kaisaniemenranta entrance. A single AB zone ticket costs €3.20 when purchased from a machine or €4.10 via the HSL mobile app.

Taxi

Taxis are readily available throughout Helsinki. A taxi from the Helsinki Central Station to Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden will cost approximately €13-€22, depending on the distance and time of day. Taxi rates start at €1.30 per km. The base fare is €5.30 during the day and €8.30 during the night and on weekends.

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Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden, a verdant escape in the heart of Helsinki, invites visitors to explore a world of plants. Established as Finland's oldest scientific plant collection in 1678, the garden found its home in Kaisaniemi in 1829. Today, it's part of the Finnish Museum of Natural History, maintaining a living plant collection for research and education.The outdoor garden is open daily and offers free admission, showcasing a variety of themed gardens. Stroll through the central garden with its ponds and flowers, explore the evolution garden, or discover the sensory garden designed to stimulate the senses. The arboretum provides a shady contrast to the city, offering a habitat for diverse species.The glasshouses, with an admission fee, transport visitors to tropical environments. Explore the Rainforest House, the Palm House, and the Desert House, each filled with unique plant species. The glasshouses were designed by architect Gustaf Nyström and rebuilt in the 1950s after being damaged during the war.Throughout the year, the Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden hosts events and guided tours. Whether you're seeking a peaceful walk, an educational experience, or a unique sensory adventure, the garden offers a refreshing escape.

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