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Budapest Botanical Garden

About

The Budapest Botanical Garden, known as Füvészkert, is Hungary’s oldest botanical garden and a tranquil retreat in the heart of the city. Founded in 1771, it spans 3.5 hectares and showcases over 7,000 plant species, including rare and endangered varieties from around the world. The garden’s highlights include the 19th-century orangery and the recently restored greenhouse, which house impressive collections of tropical and subtropical plants, such as cacti, bromeliads, and orchids. The Palm House is particularly notable for its lush, rainforest-like atmosphere. Visitors can wander through themed areas like the Japanese Garden, featuring serene ponds and bamboo groves, or the arboretum, which contains over 800 species of trees and shrubs. The garden is also home to a living fossil, the ancient Wollemi pine, and offers a section dedicated to Hungarian riverside vegetation. Memorials throughout Füvészkert honor prominent botanists, and a charming café provides a peaceful spot to relax. Füvészkert is not only a botanical showcase but also a place to connect with nature and escape the city’s bustle.

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Budapest Botanical Garden
Location

The Budapest Botanical Garden is located within the Budapest Zoo, in the heart of City Park (Városliget), at Állatkerti körút 6-12, 1146 Hungary. This beautiful garden is part of the zoo's attractions and features a stunning collection of plants, complementing the zoo's diverse animal species. Nearby attractions include ¹: Széchenyi Thermal Baths: One of Budapest's largest and most renowned thermal spas, located within walking distance Heroes' Square: An iconic symbol of Hungarian history and grandeur, featuring the Millennium Monument and statues of key Hungarian figures Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest History Museum, and National Széchényi Library: All housed within the nearby Buda Castle district City Park Lake: A scenic spot for boating and ice skating The Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden is easily accessible by public transportation, including metro line M1 and trolleybus number 72.

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