Padova botanical garden

The Padova Botanical Garden is a green space housing medicinal plants, rare species, and sections representing different ecosystems from around the world. The space is divided into specialized areas where plants are organized by origin and purpose.

Founded in 1545 by the Venetian Republic, it was the first academic botanical institution to remain operating in its original location. This continuous presence made it a central hub for plant research across generations.

The circular layout with quadrant sections reflects how Renaissance thinkers organized knowledge and nature. Walking through these divisions, visitors experience a deliberate attempt to order and understand the plant world.

The garden is easy to access with clear paths suitable for visitors of all abilities, including wheelchair users. The best time to visit is during warmer months when all plants are growing and opening hours are extended.

A Mediterranean dwarf palm from 1585 remains the oldest living plant on site and has been documented for centuries. The German naturalist Johann Wolfgang von Goethe visited the garden and recorded his observations of this remarkable palm.

Location: Padua

Inception: 1545

Official opening: 1545

Accessibility: Accessible en fauteuil roulant

Opening Hours: avril-mai Lundi-Dimanche 09:00-19:00; juin-septembre Mardi-Dimanche 09:00-19:00, Jours fériés 09:00-19:00; octobre Mardi-Dimanche 09:00-18:00, Jours fériés 09:00-18:00; novembre-mars Mardi-Dimanche 09:00-17:00, Jours fériés 09:00-17:00

Phone: +390498273939

Email: ortobotanico@unipd.it

Website: http://ortobotanicopd.it

GPS coordinates: 45.39953,11.88068

Latest update: December 12, 2025 20:35