University of Oxford Botanic Garden, Oxford

The best botanic garden I have visited. Good scientific information, well presented and at the right level. Lovely areas for just walking and admiring the plants. Even better if: some microscope displays explaining leaf structure, the differences between the major pollen types, etc.

Fantastic in summer with the wildflowers blooming. Can also enjoy the glass houses during winter - the cacti being a favourite of mine. Not the largest botanic gardens but a lovely escape in the centre of Oxford. Bonus fact - you can sit on the bench inspiring Lyra and Wills meeting place in His Dark Material!

A peaceful oasis a mere stone's throw from the centre of Oxford. The plants and accompanying information boards are fantastic and the greenhouses have to be seen. A great place to spend a sunny morning before lunch. History, botany and science to stimulate the mind and the senses.

Some very interesting plants, and a very well kept set of gardens. Perfect for a picnic. To make it 5* I would have liked there to be a few more toilets as it was quite cramped and there was a queue. It could also benefit from a more permanent cafe inside.

Lovely gardens, great stop over from glorious Oxford streets & colleges. A bit of greenery and flowers. Greenhouses too, with tropical plants. A pleasant walk, small coffee break. With a view onto canal. Watch the boats go by, very pretty. Can spend a couple hours in here easily....well worth it.