Christmas at the Botanics

Christmas at the Botanics

After-dark festive fun in a botanical world Created by award-winning, internationally acclaimed light trail producers and firmly positioned as unmissable within Scotland’s seasonal calendar, Christmas at the Botanics has everything you need for an…

Christmas at the Botanics Opens

Christmas at the Botanics Opens

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh lit to spectacular effect by new light trail. Christmas at the Botanics opens today [Friday 23rd November] at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, unveiling a series of spectacular light installations inspired by…

Festive holly conservation moves at the Botanics

Festive holly conservation moves at the Botanics

In true festive spirit, horticulturists at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) are tending to their holly this December – if not quite decking the halls. Four large and exotic specimens are on the move. Until recently part of utilitarian…

The Botanics named the most visited attraction in Scotland

The Botanics named the most visited attraction in Scotland

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh has been announced as Scotland’s busiest visitor attraction for 2020. Figures released from the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) show the Garden attracted 452,479 visitors during its 350th…

Press releases

Press Releases

Blooming whiffy, New Reekie set to make a show 29 July 2024 Donations to Botanics’ historic Palm Houses reach £100,000 11 June 2024 Global alliance brings habitat conservation to our fingertips 4 June 2024 Five years to turnaround life in urban…

Royal Botanic Gardens delivers very special gift

Royal Botanic Gardens delivers very special gift

Christmas has come early for students and staff at Heriot-Watt University - in the form of a conservation gift including Scotland’s rarest tree.The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) has donated 21 trees of eight species including the rare…

Membership Benefits

Membership Benefits

All RBGE Members enjoy the following benefits: Free admission to RBGE Gardens at Edinburgh, Benmore in Argyll, Dawyck in the Borders and Logan in Dumfries and Galloway. Free or discounted admission to other UK and overseas gardens - see Reciprocal…

Become a Member

Become a Member

Step into a world of wonder and discovery at our four Gardens. By becoming a member, you’re not just gaining access to four of the most beautiful gardens in the world – you’re joining a community who believe in protecting our planet’s future. With…

Travel Trade

Groups and Travel Trade

Groups are welcome at all four of our Gardens with reduced entry prices, options for catering – including afternoon teas - and guided tours on offer. Details on opening times, group rates and further contact details can be found for each of the…

Terms and Conditions of use for Celebrate Life

Terms and Conditions of use for Celebrate Life