Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb

About This Place

The Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science at the University of Zagreb is a tranquil scientific and public garden in the Lower Town (Donji Grad) district of Zagreb. Established in 1889, the garden covers about 5 hectares and contains over 10,000 plant species from around the world, including a rose garden, an arboretum, glasshouses with tropical and Mediterranean plants, and a Japanese-style pond. Free to enter and a peaceful oasis in the centre of the city, it is a favourite for families, students, and anyone seeking a quiet green escape.