Kyoto's historical background makes this city probably one of the most amazing in terms of ancient temples, shrines and other buildings to visit. Visiting the Botanical garden is a breath of fresh air in between two visits. During Spring you'll enjoy the sakura obviously but the gardens also host a large green house displaying plants from all climates which makes it a place to visit at any season. We really enjoyed our visit there and stayed about 2 hours.

Aurélien HuynenApr 12, 2018

Mostly visited by locals, it is good to avoid the crowd of tourists. There is a visitor centre near the rose garden, where freshly made coffee is only 100yen from the vending machine. There is also ice-cream selling there, if you are taking children. A cafe serving meals is on the Kitayama Station side. Various species of cherry trees are blooming this cherry blossom season. Good for a leisurely walk and it is great to spend a lazy afternoon on the benches.

Kitty KittyMar 28, 2018

It is only 200 yen and there are so many things to see. You could easily spend 2 hours by walking around getting to know where things are. If you like to carry a camera with you, you won't be disappointed. For another 200 yen to enter the green house which closes at 1530, I couldnt make it the first time but I won't next time.

Sipp NinoxApr 12, 2018

Beautiful during Sakura season. The tulips are beautiful too. Good place for kids as there's a playground (seems like playgrounds are kind of rare in Japan?), a small lake with ducks, cranes and fishes.

Josephus PremkumarApr 14, 2018

Some very unusual plants and flowers in the greenhouses and a large orchid section making it worth a visit even when the outside isn't in full bloom. There are different zones (cherry trees, camelias, roses, bamboos...). And the café In the green serves simple a tasty food (about 9 dishes on the menu).

Nadège SupornpaibulApr 4, 2018

Excellent garden experience. Planned to spend 90 minutes there but went over 3 hours. Multiple garden types in one which you can understand would look different as the seasons progress. Well set out and with great infrastructure. Handy to metro. Late blooming cherry blossoms were a real bonus.

Mark AidanMay 18, 2018

If you’ve children and would like to have a few hours letting them running around, enjoying a little fresh air and a chance to stroll through many a beautiful path without bumping into anyone: this is the place. The gardens are huge and entry is only ¥200 The areas of the garden appear to be broken up into continents, with floral displays from everywhere scattered around the gardens. We hired bikes and had a lovely ride along the river from Kyoto town centre, which made it super easy to get around and park in the gardens. If you are looking for a timeout, this is a very good option.

James NobleMay 19, 2018

Visited on a Sunday in spring which I recommend as it was fun seeing locals hanging out. It's very beautiful. The rose garden was very impressive. Also liked the bonsai exhibit. I cycled all the way from Kyotos centred alongside the river, it's a super nice ride.

Sofia LMay 23, 2018

Kyoto's historical background makes this city probably one of the most amazing in terms of ancient temples, shrines and other buildings to visit. Visiting the Botanical garden is a breath of fresh air in between two visits. During Spring you'll enjoy the sakura obviously but the gardens also host a large green house displaying plants from all climates which makes it a place to visit at any season. We really enjoyed our visit there and stayed about 2 hours.

Aurélien HuynenApr 12, 2018

Mostly visited by locals, it is good to avoid the crowd of tourists. There is a visitor centre near the rose garden, where freshly made coffee is only 100yen from the vending machine. There is also ice-cream selling there, if you are taking children. A cafe serving meals is on the Kitayama Station side. Various species of cherry trees are blooming this cherry blossom season. Good for a leisurely walk and it is great to spend a lazy afternoon on the benches.

Kitty KittyMar 28, 2018

It is only 200 yen and there are so many things to see. You could easily spend 2 hours by walking around getting to know where things are. If you like to carry a camera with you, you won't be disappointed. For another 200 yen to enter the green house which closes at 1530, I couldnt make it the first time but I won't next time.

Sipp NinoxApr 12, 2018

Beautiful during Sakura season. The tulips are beautiful too. Good place for kids as there's a playground (seems like playgrounds are kind of rare in Japan?), a small lake with ducks, cranes and fishes.

Josephus PremkumarApr 14, 2018

Some very unusual plants and flowers in the greenhouses and a large orchid section making it worth a visit even when the outside isn't in full bloom. There are different zones (cherry trees, camelias, roses, bamboos...). And the café In the green serves simple a tasty food (about 9 dishes on the menu).

Nadège SupornpaibulApr 4, 2018

Excellent garden experience. Planned to spend 90 minutes there but went over 3 hours. Multiple garden types in one which you can understand would look different as the seasons progress. Well set out and with great infrastructure. Handy to metro. Late blooming cherry blossoms were a real bonus.

Mark AidanMay 18, 2018

If you’ve children and would like to have a few hours letting them running around, enjoying a little fresh air and a chance to stroll through many a beautiful path without bumping into anyone: this is the place. The gardens are huge and entry is only ¥200 The areas of the garden appear to be broken up into continents, with floral displays from everywhere scattered around the gardens. We hired bikes and had a lovely ride along the river from Kyoto town centre, which made it super easy to get around and park in the gardens. If you are looking for a timeout, this is a very good option.

James NobleMay 19, 2018

Visited on a Sunday in spring which I recommend as it was fun seeing locals hanging out. It's very beautiful. The rose garden was very impressive. Also liked the bonsai exhibit. I cycled all the way from Kyotos centred alongside the river, it's a super nice ride.

Sofia LMay 23, 2018