Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam
Hortus Botanicus is Amsterdam's prized botanical garden, home to a wide range of native and foreign plants and flowers, including many endangered species. Hortus Botanicus is one of the world's oldest botanical gardens and a key tourist attraction in a city famed for its magnificent parks.
Over 200,000 tourists visit the Hortus Botanicus each year. The botanical garden, with its variety of flora and attractions, is suitable for people of all ages. Academics are particularly interested in Hortus Botanicus since it was initially planned as a herb garden for medical purposes. In addition, the garden introduced species to other regions of the world.
Historic architectural elements of Hortus Botanicus include the Hexagonal Pavilion, which was erected in the 1600s, and the entry gate, which was built in the early 1700s. The Orangery was constructed in 1875, while the Palm House and Hugo de Vries Laboratory were constructed in the early 1900s. Hortus Botanicus also features a cafe, making it an ideal spot to while away a day. The garden is reachable through Metro and tram service. It is also near to other must-see sights in Amsterdam, such as the Rembrandt Museum and the Artis-Amsterdam Zoo.
- Google Rating: 4.4/5
- Website: https://www.dehortus.nl/
- Phone: +31 20 625 9021
- Opening Hours: Daily - 10:00 to 17:00
- Address: Plantage Middenlaan 2a, 1018 DD Amsterdam, Netherlands
