Birmingham Botanical Gardens
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"A beautiful garden day out, dating back nearly 200 years."
Overview
The Grade II* Birmingham Botanical Gardens is one of the UK’s most historically significant botanic gardens. Set in 15 acres within a Conservation Area, just one mile from the city centre, it first opened to the public in 1832. It is a green sanctuary, featuring four beautiful glasshouses: the Tropical House, Subtropical, Mediterranean and Arid houses, while other attractions include a butterfly house, aviary, landscaped lawns, resplendent borders, tea room and children’s playground.
Ratings & awards
VisitEngland Quality Assessed
Green Tourism Bronze
Location
Westbourne Road, Edgbaston, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B15 3TR
About the area
After Greater London, the West Midlands is the UK’s biggest county by population, and after London, Birmingham is the UK’s largest city. There’s a lot to seek out here – it has a vibrant culture, with exceptionally good nightlife.
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Town House Hotel
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Birmingham
- Family rooms: 0
- Free TV
- WiFi available
- Lift available
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