Kyoto Botanical Gardens

The Kyoto Botanical Gardens, one of the oldest in Japan, offers a serene escape into nature right in the heart of the city. Spread over a vast area, the gardens are beautifully maintained and provide a peaceful setting for a leisurely stroll or a day of exploration. The diversity of plant life here is remarkable, with seasonal flowers, trees, and plants that change throughout the year. Spring brings vibrant cherry blossoms, while fall transforms the garden into a palette of red, orange, and yellow. Even in winter, there’s beauty in the landscape’s quiet stillness. The layout is thoughtfully designed, with winding paths, tranquil ponds, and a variety of themed gardens that showcase Japan’s rich botanical heritage.

Best day out! If you love exploring gardens, this is not to be missed! Only 200 yen for entry, and the current exhibition was 100 yen. So much to see and explore. I can only imagine how pretty this would be in different seasons. It was very quiet, not many tourists at all when we went around 3pm on a Monday. We rode hired bikes and there was plenty of allocated spots to park for free.

A secret Kyoto highlight. Escape the crowds and enjoy wandering through this 100 year old botanical garden in any season. There's a wide range of garden types, from formal to more wild. There's even a remnant of original Kyoto forest. There's so much to see, with interesting information displayed throughout. I'd suggest taking a picnic as the food outlets are not always open and have limited menus. There are plenty of places to sit and take in the beautiful surroundings.

Keep in mind I went during summer at the end of August. Conservatory was closed. Quite a lot to see here considering the cheap entrance fee. The gardens meticulously maintained, which I expected from a Japan garden. There are different areas or themes with different types of vegetation in each area. Some of them are very beautiful. The visitor's center is very old and not worth spending any time in.

Nice botanical garden with a huge greenhouse. The garden is really huge so it is worth to get prepared for a longer walk. There are some vending machines and smaller stalls where you can buy refreshments. From time to time there are additionals programs and activities for children in the park which is also great.

Congrats ! 100years !! Wow ! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 It was a rainy day when we were here ,our trip were shorten by the rain. I would say if it was'nt the rain we would have enjoyed the walk more. The Observatory I would say was pretty decent but i think it would be great with some maintenance and reorganisation. It's just my personal thoughts. I❤️Japan

It's 200 yen to enter the park! You can buy tickets at a vending machine at the entrance. The park was relatively empty on the weekend but I felt there was not a lot to see in September. You can buy an extra ticket for 200 yen to enter the conservatory. You could buy it at the front entrance of the park but you can also buy it at the conservatory for the same price. It's totally worth doing as you can see lots of different plants from all sorts of biomes! The rest of the park was pretty but felt bare and disappointing. My favorite area was the bonsai trees!

A wonderful park with many distinct sections (rose garden, bonsai, medicinal garden, bamboo garden, peony garden, a conservatory, and much more). We went in the afternoon when there were a lot less people, allowing for a very serene walk through the botanical gardens.

The Kyoto Botanical Gardens, one of the oldest in Japan, offers a serene escape into nature right in the heart of the city. Spread over a vast area, the gardens are beautifully maintained and provide a peaceful setting for a leisurely stroll or a day of exploration. The diversity of plant life here is remarkable, with seasonal flowers, trees, and plants that change throughout the year. Spring brings vibrant cherry blossoms, while fall transforms the garden into a palette of red, orange, and yellow. Even in winter, there’s beauty in the landscape’s quiet stillness. The layout is thoughtfully designed, with winding paths, tranquil ponds, and a variety of themed gardens that showcase Japan’s rich botanical heritage.

Best day out! If you love exploring gardens, this is not to be missed! Only 200 yen for entry, and the current exhibition was 100 yen. So much to see and explore. I can only imagine how pretty this would be in different seasons. It was very quiet, not many tourists at all when we went around 3pm on a Monday. We rode hired bikes and there was plenty of allocated spots to park for free.

A secret Kyoto highlight. Escape the crowds and enjoy wandering through this 100 year old botanical garden in any season. There's a wide range of garden types, from formal to more wild. There's even a remnant of original Kyoto forest. There's so much to see, with interesting information displayed throughout. I'd suggest taking a picnic as the food outlets are not always open and have limited menus. There are plenty of places to sit and take in the beautiful surroundings.

Keep in mind I went during summer at the end of August. Conservatory was closed. Quite a lot to see here considering the cheap entrance fee. The gardens meticulously maintained, which I expected from a Japan garden. There are different areas or themes with different types of vegetation in each area. Some of them are very beautiful. The visitor's center is very old and not worth spending any time in.

Nice botanical garden with a huge greenhouse. The garden is really huge so it is worth to get prepared for a longer walk. There are some vending machines and smaller stalls where you can buy refreshments. From time to time there are additionals programs and activities for children in the park which is also great.

Congrats ! 100years !! Wow ! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 It was a rainy day when we were here ,our trip were shorten by the rain. I would say if it was'nt the rain we would have enjoyed the walk more. The Observatory I would say was pretty decent but i think it would be great with some maintenance and reorganisation. It's just my personal thoughts. I❤️Japan

It's 200 yen to enter the park! You can buy tickets at a vending machine at the entrance. The park was relatively empty on the weekend but I felt there was not a lot to see in September. You can buy an extra ticket for 200 yen to enter the conservatory. You could buy it at the front entrance of the park but you can also buy it at the conservatory for the same price. It's totally worth doing as you can see lots of different plants from all sorts of biomes! The rest of the park was pretty but felt bare and disappointing. My favorite area was the bonsai trees!

A wonderful park with many distinct sections (rose garden, bonsai, medicinal garden, bamboo garden, peony garden, a conservatory, and much more). We went in the afternoon when there were a lot less people, allowing for a very serene walk through the botanical gardens.

We found this place accidentally during one Spring morning in Kyoto while hunting for Cherry Blossoms and I fell in love with it instantly. They have of course lots of different flora but I was specially captivated by the tulips and Cherry blossoms. Some people brought their picnic mats and food so they had a great time under the good weather and the cherry trees. It's really a beautiful place and hopefully I can go back there again soonnnnnnn....

Because I went on a motorcycle, I was not troubled with the parking lot！ However, the parking lot of the car seems to be crowded because there is not so it. I recommend that go in public transport:） Many plants are planted and there are beautiful!!!! The flower that they can watch by a season is different, but a spring cherry tree and a summer hydrangea are recommended‼ It is all right even if U do not know what flower it is! billboard teaches U!!!! The person liking flowers, please drop in. p.s There is the cafe that cakes are delicious near an exit!!

Nice place to visit. However, I recommend going in the springtime when most flowers and cherry blossoms are in bloom. I went in early October and there was not too much to see except for large groves of trees and some cosmos. But I can imagine how pretty it must be when the time is right. It is easily accessible by subway and the entrance fee is reasonable. There is an additional entrance fee for the arboretum.

I had lived in a dormitory close to this publicly-operated large-scale botanical garden for only two years of my college period. But I'd not been here while I stayed in Kyoto. When I was junior, I returned home and attended my university from my house. I have been here twice. For the first time I came here with my junior of the circle activity when I was senior, next with a female friend of mine after I got married. Anyway, rumor has it that there is a sad legend of Kyoto. If couples come to a certain place, they will be apart. For example as a famous spot, Togetsukyo bridge. If a couple cross the bridge together, their relations will be over. There is no scientific evidence. I don't know whether it is true or not. So please misunderstand it. But this botanical garden is also counted for it. Both of them were my important friends. However I had said good bye to them for a long time because of a slight misunderstanding. A few years ago, our relationship has been regained. Sorry, back to the main topic. If you stop by here, you will enjoy seasonal flowers all year around. This garden is composed of two areas, Western one such as rose gardens or tulip beds and Japanese one like plum trees and so on. Especially tulip season is special! Also a large green house is annexed. You can observe various tropical plants here. Kamo river flows along the west side and a fashionable street of Kitayama adjacent to the north. You will enjoy strolling in the garden and shopping at the same time.

Located located along the Kitayama street and close to Kitayama subway station or bus stop "京都府立植物園 Kyoto Botanical Garden" I was here as school activity in elementary school. I guess almost all students have been here. At the moment we had to walk hand in hand with a classmate but I was crazy shy so I didn't do that. Oh it's really lovely my memory haha Beside of this garden, there is a cute cafe. Yummy food, unpretentious people, cozy place. That is amazing cafe! It takes a bit wait at lunch but it is worth! I had pizza lunch so delicious! I can't wait to try it again!