Cruickshank Botanic Garden, Aberdeen

Name: Cruickshank Botanic Garden
Address: St. Machar Drive, Aberdeen, AB24 3UU, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1224 272704

#35 among attractions in Aberdeen

Botanical garden, Park, Relax in park, Top attraction, More...

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Facts and practical information

The Cruickshank Botanic Gardens in Aberdeen, Scotland, were built on land presented to the University of Aberdeen in 1898 by Miss Anne Cruickshank to commemorate her brother Dr. Alexander Cruickshank. The 11 acre garden is located in a low-lying and fairly sheltered area of Aberdeen, less than 1-mile from the North Sea. ()

Created: 1898Elevation: 82 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 57°10'6"N, 2°6'18"W

Address

St. Machar DriveTillydrone - Seaton - Old Aberdeen (Old Aberdeen)Aberdeen AB24 3UU United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1224 272704

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Day trips

Cruickshank Botanic Garden – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pittodrie Stadium, Aberdeen Sports Village, St Machar's Cathedral, Kings Links Golf Centre.

0.9 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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0.5 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
Aberdeen Sports Village, Aberdeen
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~650 ftNE
Church, Historical place
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1 miSE
57°9'33"N • 2°4'59"W
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1.1 miW
Park
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1 miS
Mosque
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0.7 miN
Bridge, Nature and wildlife, Cave
Brig O' Balgownie, Aberdeen
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1.3 miSE
Museum, Science museum
Aberdeen Science Centre, Aberdeen
33 min walk • Aberdeen Science Centre is a science museum in Aberdeen, Scotland. It displays exhibits and performs fun, educational and interactive shows and workshops which are aimed to be inclusive for all audiences.
1.1 miS
Universities and schools
North East Scotland College, Aberdeen
30 min walk • North East Scotland College was formed on 1 November 2013 from the merger of Aberdeen College and Banff & Buchan College. The regional college serves an extensive geographical area with its main centres in Aberdeen and Fraserburgh.
1.2 miSW
Park, Playground, Tennis court
Westburn Park, Aberdeen
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Cruickshank Botanic Garden open?

Cruickshank Botanic Garden is open:

Monday 9 am - 7 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 7 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 7 pm
Thursday 9 am - 7 pm
Friday 9 am - 7 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Cruickshank Botanic Garden?

Nearby attractions include St Machar's Cathedral, Aberdeen (4 min walk), Sir Duncan Rice Library, Aberdeen (7 min walk), Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen (7 min walk), University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen (9 min walk).

How to get to Cruickshank Botanic Garden by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cruickshank Botanic Garden:

Bus

Lilybank Place • Lines: 727 (13 min walk)
Burnett Place • Lines: 727 (14 min walk)