Botanical garden Brno

Botanical Garden Brno sits in the Veveří district at the intersection of Kotlářská and Veveří streets, displaying plants organized by ecological and geographical systems. The roughly 1.5-hectare space combines outdoor areas with multiple greenhouses that recreate different climate zones.

Josef Podpěra founded this garden in 1922 on the grounds of a former almshouse. The first greenhouses were built in the mid-1920s and formed the foundation for the site's later development.

The garden displays rotating exhibitions of carnivorous plants, succulents, and tropical crops that visitors can explore throughout the year. These changing collections shape how the space looks and feels with each season.

The outdoor area is free and open year-round, while the greenhouses require a small entrance fee. Visitors can explore the garden independently, but should ring the bell at the winding staircase to gain access to the glasshouse interiors.

The garden houses numerous rare plant species, including the impressive Victoria cruziana water lily with its oversized leaves. This giant water lily blooms at specific times and draws special evening events where visitors can witness the flowering.

Location: Veveří

Website: https://sci.muni.cz/bot_zahr

GPS coordinates: 49.20450,16.59630

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:23