UK / East / Cambridgeshire
Cambridge University Botanic Garden
Cambridge University Botanic Garden, 1 Brookside, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE
Explore 40 acres of beautiful gardens and glasshouses with plants from around the world.
Set in the heart of Cambridge. Enjoy family activities, insights into plant science, trails, tours, events and courses.
Opening Times
February - March
10.00 - 17.00
April - September
10.00 - 18.00
October
10.00 - 17.00
November - January
10.00 - 16.00
We are open every day throughout the year except for Christmas closure – from 4pm 23 December 2025 until 10am on 2 January 2026. Last paid admission is 30 minutes before closing time.
Prices
Adult*
£8.80
Standard Adult
£8.00
Friend of CUBG
FREE
On production of a valid Friends’ Membership Card.
Children (0-16 inclusive)
FREE
Must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Cambridge University Student
FREE
On production of a valid University Card.
Essential Carer for Disabled Visitor**
FREE
*Includes an optional donation of 10% more than the Standard admission price. If you choose to make this donation and are a UK tax payer, we can claim Gift Aid on the whole amount – which creates a 25p donation to the Garden for every £1. Gift Aid is an easy, tax effective way for you to support CUBG. For more information about Gift Aid, please visit the UK Government Gift Aid information page.
** No admission charge is made for companions of disabled visitors without whose assistance the disabled visitor would be unable to gain access to the Garden.
Please note: There is no entry discount for alumni, Camcard holders or staff of Cambridge University.
Facilities
Café
Baby Changing
Disabled Access
Toilets
Events
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Cambridge Botanic Lights at Cambridge University Botanic Garden
Join us for 2025’s Cambridge Botanic Lights trail around Cambridge University Botanic Garden!
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WIN four free tickets to this year’s spectacular Cambridge Botanic Lights!
The much-anticipated Cambridge Botanic Lights returns this year, transforming Cambridge University Botanic Garden into a spectacular illuminated trail celebrating the extraordinary world of plants.
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