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Helsinki Botanical Garden is located in the heart of the capital and covers more than four hectares. It is one of the most popular attractions in the region and receives countless visitors from near and far all year round.

Kaisaniemi Botanical Garden

This magnificent and one of the oldest public green spaces in the city has belonged to the University of Helsinki since 1829. The grounds are divided into two separate areas at different locations, the Kaisaniemi Garden and the Kumpula Garden. The latter has only been open to the public since 2009. The attraction of the Botanical Garden is not least the great variety of botany, but also the informal and cosy atmosphere.

The Botanical Garden is the perfect place to escape the stresses of everyday life and unwind in peace and quiet. Park benches, picnic facilities, a few stands and a café for the small hunger in between, but also playgrounds for the young guests provide an all-round well-being. In addition, the park also invites you to various events in spring and summer. A day at the Helsinki Botanical Garden is a special place for all ages.

Outdoor area and greenhouse

The popular garden consists of an attractive outdoor area and a large glasshouse. While outside visitors like to spend long periods of time admiring the flowering surroundings, especially in the spring and high season, the greenhouse is always in its full colour glory even in the cold winter months and is accessible at all times. Divided into different countries and climate zones, the garden impresses with its incredible diversity of species, from native to exotic plants.

The exhibitions serve, among other things, for teaching and research purposes. With the help of the posted panels, visitors can learn about the existing beauty of nature and each genus, which makes the excursion a special experience for all ages. A special advantage of the Kaisaniemi Garden is that even when it is snowing outside, visitors can have a picnic in one of the designated areas.

The Kumpula Garden

The part of the Botanical Garden further north also consists of various shrubs, trees, flowers, water elements and ponds. The Kumpula Garden was established back in 1987 and has only been open to all since 2009. The park is divided into two areas, the cultivated plants and the geobotanical garden. From fruit trees, medicinal plants, herbs and spices, visitors to the park will find all kinds of interesting information with new impressions of the world of plants. The old, restored manor houses are also a popular tourist attraction on a holiday in Finland.