National Botanic Garden of Wales
Llanarthney, Carmarthenshire · ★ 4.5 · 6,374 visitor reviews
Llanarthney, SA32 8HG
About
The National Botanic Garden of Wales in Llanarthney offers families a spectacular outdoor experience in Carmarthenshire. This stunning attraction combines indoor and outdoor elements across its extensive grounds, welcoming young children, older children, and teenagers to explore the wonders of the plant kingdom. The garden features on-site parking, toilet facilities with baby changing, and pushchair-friendly paths throughout much of the site.
Dog-friendly areas mean four-legged family members can join the adventure. The Great Glasshouse, one of the largest single-span glasshouses in the world, houses Mediterranean climate plants and provides a fascinating indoor exploration whatever the weather. Outside, families can wander through themed gardens, discover wildlife habitats, and enjoy adventure play areas.
The combination of natural beauty, scientific interest, and outdoor play makes this Wales attraction appealing to families with varied interests. For those seeking gardens in Carmarthenshire or things to do with kids in Wales, the National Botanic Garden delivers an enriching day out in the beautiful Welsh countryside.
Good for: older children, teenagers, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Onsite Parking
- Toilets
- Baby Changing
- Pushchair Friendly
- Dog Friendly
- Card Payments
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Opening times
Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Common questions
What can families see at the National Botanic Garden of Wales?
Families can explore the Great Glasshouse, one of the world's largest single-span glasshouses housing Mediterranean climate plants, themed gardens, wildlife habitats, and adventure play areas across the extensive grounds.
Is the National Botanic Garden dog-friendly?
Yes, the garden is dog-friendly, so your four-legged family members are welcome to join you in exploring the beautiful grounds and gardens.
What are the opening hours for the National Botanic Garden?
The garden is open every day from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The combination of indoor glasshouse and outdoor gardens means there is something to enjoy whatever the weather.
Does the National Botanic Garden have facilities for families?
Yes, there is on-site parking with accessible spaces, baby changing facilities, and toilets. Pushchair-friendly paths run throughout much of the site.
What age groups is the National Botanic Garden suitable for?
The garden welcomes young children, older children, and teenagers. Adventure play areas provide active entertainment while the gardens offer educational exploration of the plant kingdom.
What families say
6374 reviews