To complete a thorough tour of Ostrów Tumski you should not miss the charming Botanical Gardens. The gardens began life as a scientific pursuit, but have become a favourite retreat for Wrocław's residents. The garden was built from 1811 to 1816 on the riverbed where the Odra once flowed around Ostrów Tumski. The 7.4 hectare grounds include a huge diversity of plant life, aquariums, sculptures, a plant shop and two cafes, and a large pond with picturesque bridges. Open seasonally from early April until end of October, on some days your peace and quiet could be disturbed by noisy groups of schoolkids (especially April-June), but the beautiful manicured landscapes include enough nooks and crannies that you should have no trouble forgetting you're in the centre of a big city. Highly recommended.
Wrocław Botanical Gardens.
Events and Guided Tours in Wrocław Botanical Gardens
The stunning grounds of the Botanical Gardens host a range of events every month - Check their website for more details. Guided tours take place from Monday to Friday between 8:00 and 14:00, and include an overview of the garden’s most important plant collections, its history and its unique features. Tours are 60–75 mins, with one tour guide for every 25 participants, and at a price of 220zł. In the event of bad weather, the tour takes place in the greenhouse complex.
