The mission and purpose of the Gardens is to explore, understand, conserve, and see more the importance of plants. The National Botanic Gardens is a place where leisure, recreation and education are all compatible for the enjoyment of visitors.

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Outdoor features include the rose and rock gardens, double herbaceous borders, the pond and river walks, the organic fruit and vegetable garden and wild Ireland, the native conservation area.

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Guided tours of the Gardens all year round- Sundays at pm & pm, admission free/5(K).

The Glasshouses and Herbarium & Library will remain closed for the time being due to Coronavirus. The Garden Tearoom is open for takeaway food and drinks only. A visit to the Botanic Gardens is one of the more popular things to do in Dublin for good reason. Located a short distance from the city, the National Botanic Gardens are free to enter and they’re a beautiful place for a stroll. The story of the gardens begins at the end of the 18th century and, nearly years later, they’re still delighting locals and tourists alike. Welcome to the National Botanic Gardens – We Are Open!

During the current COVID restrictions (edited October ), we are pleased to welcome visitors to the Gardens, from 10am to 5pm on weekdays and 10am to 6pm on Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holidays (), and 9am to pm (Kilmacurragh), Monday to Friday, weekends, and bank holidays. The safety of visitors and staff is .

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The story of the gardens begins at the end of the 18th century and, nearly years later, they’re still delighting locals and tourists alike. Outdoor features include the rose and rock gardens, double herbaceous borders, the pond and river walks, the organic fruit and vegetable garden and wild Ireland, the native conservation area. Guided tours of the Gardens all year round- Sundays at pm & botanic gardens dublin entrance fee, admission free/5(K).