Visit us

We welcome all to learn about the importance of plants and plant science, horticulture and the joy of gardening.

You are welcome to purchase your tickets in advance, with online ticketing, or to pay at the Ticket Office on arrival (card transactions only).

Please note: Tickets are not transferable between days and are non-refundable.

Please click here for information about visiting, here to book a ticket, and here for FAQs.

We are delighted to have been awarded the ‘Good to Go’ mark from Visit Britain, which certifies that we have the necessary processes in place to meet Government and industry COVID-19 guidelines. These include checking that we have a Risk Assessment in place and a process to maintain cleanliness and aid social distancing. For more information about the scheme, please visit the Visit Britain website.

Our address

1 Brookside
Cambridge
CB2 1JE

Entrances

The Botanic Garden is a 15-minute walk from Cambridge city centre and 5 minutes from Cambridge train station, with entrances on Trumpington Road (Brookside Gate) and Hills Road (Station Road Gate).

Opening times

April - September 10:00am - 6:00pm

In June and July 2021, the Garden is open until 8pm on Thursdays.

February, March, October: 10.00am – 5.00pm

January, November, December: 10.00am – 4.00pm

The Garden is open to the general public. Pre-booking is optional. Click here to book tickets.

Click here to find out more details about the Garden’s opening and how to visit.

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We are open every day throughout the year except for Christmas closure – 24 December to 1 January (inclusive).

Last paid admission is 30 minutes before closing time.

Entry

Gift Aid Adult*	£7.00
Adult	£6.30
Friend of CUBG	Free
Children 0-16 inclusive	Free
Cambridge University Student**	Free

Pre-booking is optional, walk ups welcome (card transactions only). Friends can enjoy free entry with their Friends membership card. Corporate Friends do not need to pre-book in groups of under 10, but please bring your Corporate Pass or a company ID with you when you visit.

*Gift Aid is an easy, tax effective way for you to support CUBG. Donating through Gift Aid means we can claim an extra 25p for every £1 you give and it will not cost you any extra. Further Gift Aid information can be found on our ticket price page.

** Valid ID is required

Only registered guide and assistance dogs are permitted in the Garden.