Lyon Botanical Garden
Attraction
4.7 (4812 reviews)
69006 Lyon, France
Did You Know?
Year of Creation
The Lyon Botanical Garden, also known as the Jardin Botanique de Lyon, was established in 1857, making it a historic institution for botanical research and public enjoyment.
Hectares of Green Space
Spanning 8 hectares within the beautiful Parc de la Tête d'Or, the garden offers a vast and diverse green sanctuary in the heart of Lyon.
Plant Species
The garden boasts an impressive collection of over 15,000 plant species from around the world, showcasing incredible biodiversity in its various themed sections.
Iconic Greenhouses
Its magnificent historic greenhouses, particularly the Palm House, are architectural marvels that house exotic and sensitive plant collections, offering a tropical escape.
Highlights from Reviews
• free admission
Entry to the botanical garden and the wider park is completely free, making it an accessible and excellent value attraction for everyone.
• diverse plant collection
The garden boasts an extensive collection of over 15,000 plants from around the world, housed in various themed gardens and magnificent greenhouses.
• beautifully maintained
Reviewers consistently praise the garden for being very well-tended, lush, and exquisitely beautiful, showing the dedication of its botanists.
• stunning greenhouses
The greenhouses are a major highlight, featuring tropical plants, Amazonian water lilies, orchids, and other exotic species.
• zoo integration
The botanical garden is part of a larger park that includes a highly appreciated zoo, offering an integrated natural experience with a 'natural vibe'.