Hortus botanicus Leiden
More than four centuries of collecting, cultivating and studying have produced Leiden University’s wonderful teaching garden with its plants from all corners of the world.
The Botanical Gardens (Hortus botanicus) have been the study gardens of the University of Leiden since 1590. The Clusius Garden, named after founder Carolus Clusius, is a copy of the first grounds. Four centuries of collecting, care and study have produced a magnificent garden with various exotic, unknown plant life. The exceptional gardens and greenhouses, including the Japanese Gardens and the Victoria Glasshouse, are worth a visit.
Opening times
- Daily from 09:00 to 18:00
- Summer
(March 21-September 20):
Monday through Sunday.
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Closed on:
October 3, 2024 (Leidens Ontzet).
December 25, 2024 through Jan. 1, 2025 (Christmas).
Prices
- from €4.50 to €11.50
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Adult: € 11.50
Child 4-12 years: € 4.50
Child 0-3 years: free
Museum card: free