Botanic Gardens
This route explores an historic city park with many interesting features, buildings and botanical collections.
| County | Distance | OS Map |
| Antrim | 0.8 miles | 15 |
| Nearest Town | Route Shape | RouteType |
| University area, Belfast | Circular | Parkland & Grassland, Urban |
| Terrain | Grid Reference (Start) | Grid Reference (Finish) |
| Tarmac paths, some steps | J336727 | J336727 |
| Point of Interest | Palm House, Tropical Ravine, Rose Garden, Ulster Museum |
| Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty | Other Area |
| Route Description | This is a circular walk that can be started from any of seven entrances to Botanic Gardens. This description begins at the main entrance at the Stranmillis Road. Once inside the main gates of the park you will see the statue of Lord Kelvin (1) in front of you. Follow the path to the right; this leads past the front of the Ulster Museum and to the entrance of the Tropical Ravine. From the ravine take the tarmac path to the right. Continue past an entrance gate to your right and straight ahead to the herbaceous borders. The path goes along the top border and then doubles back on itself along the lower border. Follow this until you reach a low wall and set of steps on your right that leads through the stone pergolas in the centre of the rose garden. Beyond the rose garden, go right on the tarmac path and then take the narrow path on your left which leads on to the main path round the park. Turn right and follow this path past the bowling green and two further entrances on your right. Pass the rockery and then the main lawn on your left, until you reach a three-way junction. From here you can see the Palm House. Pause to enjoy the splendour of the Palm House, both inside and out. To complete the walk, continue along the path, which leads past the oak and conifer collections, back to the entrance at Stranmillis Road. |
| Getting to the Start (by Public Transport) | Metro Services: any 7 or 8 bus. |
| Getting to the Start (by Car) | On street car parking around Botanic Avenue and Stranmillis area. |
| Facilities | Public toilets in the park, refreshments available locally |
| Dogs Allowed on Route | Yes |
| Other Stipulations on Dogs | All dogs to be kept on a lead |
| Accessible Toilet Facilities | No |
| Accessible Terrain | Surfaced tarmac paths with some steps |
| Accessible Signage | No |
| Publication | A Walk in the Park, BCC Botanic Gardens leaflet |
| Publication Availability | Belfast City Council Parks & Cemetries. Tel 02890726345 x6653 |
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