Jardín Botánico - Botanical Garden
About
The Botanical Garden of Buenos Aires was established in 1898. Known locally as El Jardín Botánico Carlos Thays, the gardens are centrally located within the Palermo neighbourhood and were designed by Carlos Thays, an influential architect and landscape designer from the period. The botanical garden aims to promote knowledge and appreciation of the plant world, housing over 5,000 plant, tree, and shrub species from around the globe. Interconnecting pathways guide visitors through Roman, French, and Oriental style areas, as well as classic fountains. Additionally, the garden features over 30 sculptures, monuments, and busts.
The main building complex, which includes a reception area, used to be the house where Carlos Thays and his family once lived.
Why visit El Jardín Botánico?
The gardens provide a peaceful escape from city traffic and provide a diverse range of plants. It is also surrounded by many places of interest, such as Museo Evita, Ecoparque and Bosques de Palermo.
Entrance to El Jardín Botánico is free. It is open generally from 8:00am to 5:00pm Tuesdays to Fridays, and from 9:30 to 7:00pm on weekends and public holidays.
Tours and night tours of the Botanical Gardens do take place. You can visit the Gardens Website for more information.
Did You Know?
Carlos Thays was commissioned to design many of the main public parks and squares in Buenos Aires, including Parque Centenario, Parque Lezama, Plaza Constitución, Plaza Dos Congresos, and Plaza de Mayo.
If you're interested in more popular places to visit in Buenos Aires, take a look at our Best Attractions in Buenos Aires.
How to get to the Buenos Aires Botanical Garden:
Subway:
Linea D - Get off at Plaza Italia Station.
Bus Routes:
10, 12, 15, 21, 29, 34, 57, 59, 60, 64, 67, 68, 93, 95, 111, 118, 128, 141, 152, 160, 161, 188, and 194.
Train:
Get off at Palermo Station on the Metropolitano Gral. San Martín Railway Line.
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Address:
Avenida Santa Fe 3951.
