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The Dimitrie Brandza Botanical Garden is a special place that has been offering visitors a fascinating foray into the world of plants for more than 160 years. Founded in 1860 by Carol Davila and named in honor of the Romanian botanist Dimitrie Brandza, the Botanical Garden is home to over 10,000 species of plants from diverse geographical areas.

The plant diversity is organized into thematic sectors, each with its own characteristics and beauty. Among the most popular sectors are the Rainforest, Grandma's Garden, Herbarium and Tropical Greenhouse. The Greenhouse, in particular, attracts visitors with exotic plants such as orchids, bromeliads and tree ferns, creating a lush landscape. In addition, the autochthonous plants section showcases Romania's specific flora, giving a comprehensive insight into local biodiversity.

In addition to the impressive plant collections, the Botanical Garden is also home to the Botanical Museum, which exhibits a variety of specimens, including rare and endemic plants. This museum serves as an essential educational tool, providing information on the evolution of plants, their ecology and the importance of conserving biodiversity. The garden also organizes various thematic events and exhibitions to raise awareness of the importance of protecting the environment and to inspire the next generations of botanists and ecologists.
Tourist information:

Address: Șoseaua Cotroceni 32, Sector 6, Bucharest.

Program:

Botanical Garden "Dimitrie Brandza" (outdoor spaces)

March 16 - October 15: 8.00 - 20.00
October 16 - March 15: 9.00 - 15.30

Botanical Museum

Tuesday - Friday: 10.00 - 15.00
Saturday & Sunday: 9.00 - 13.00

Exhibition Greenhouses and Rainforest Pavilion

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10.00 - 15.00
Saturday & Sunday: 9.00 - 13.00

Botanic Garden entrance tickets can be purchased online here and can be purchased approximately 4 weeks in advance of your visit, but greenhouse and museum tickets can be purchased at the ticket office at the Botanic Garden entrance; the last ticket is sold 30 minutes before closing.

Prices
Outdoor areas
March 16 - October 15

full ticket: 10 lei
reduced ticket 5 lei

October 16 - March 15

- full ticket : 5 lei
- reduced ticket: 2 lei

Botanical Museum

- full ticket: 10 lei
- reduced ticket: 5 lei

Exhibition Greenhouses + Rainforest Pavilion

- full ticket: 10 lei
- reduced ticket: 5 lei

Reduced tickets: pensioners, pupils, students.
Students and employees of the University of Bucharest get free admission.
For those who want to visit the Botanical Garden more often, there is also a subscription option. Prices can be found here.

How to get there:

You can reach the Botanical Garden by Bus, Metro, Trolleybus, Tram, Tramway

By bus: 123, 236, 336, 601
By trolleybus: 61, 62, 69, 90, 91, 93, 96
By tram: 1, 10, 11, 35
By metro: M1, M3, M5
From the University: 61, 69, 90, 91, 91, 336 (Grădina Botanica station), 601 (A.N.E.F.S. station)
From Unirii: 123 (Pod Cotroceni station), M1 (Eroilor station, Grozăvești station), M3 (Politehnică station)
From North Station: 62, 93, 96 (Grădina Botanică station), 123 (Pod Cotroceni station), M1 (Eroilor station, Grozăvești station)
From Drumul Taberei: 69, 90 (Dr. Marinescu station), 93 (Carol Davila station), M5 (Eroilor station)
From Militari: 61 (Dr. Marinescu station), 62, 236, 336 (Carol Davila station), 35 (Grozăvești station),
From Rahova: 91 (Dr. Marinescu station), 96 (Carol Davila station)