Free tours of the Botanic Gardens have started their 2026 season.  Initially tours will take place on Thursdays at 11am and 2pm.  Further days may be added so watch this space.

General information

These tours are free to the public and cannot be booked. The maximum number of participants on each tour will be restricted to 15 per guide. 

If you have special requirements or a group of 6 or more, please email us at tours[at]glasgowbotanicgardens.com and we may be able to arrange a dedicated guide for your party.  Prearranged tours would be at mutually arranged dates and times subject to guide availability.

Please see our Visit page for information on transportation, parking and accessibility.

Please note that under 18s must be accompanied by an adult and that dogs are not permitted in the glasshouses so unfortunately the tours are not dog-friendly. Only guide dogs can take part on the tours.

Volunteer as a Guide

If you are interested in training to become a volunteer guide, please get in touch!