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Jardín Botánico Carlos Thays

📍 Jardín Botánico Carlos Thays, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Introduction

The Jardín Botánico Carlos Thays was designed by the French landscape architect of the same name and opened to the public in 1898. Its grounds hold some 5,500 plant species from five continents, dotted with Roman-style sculptures, glasshouses and an English-style cottage — a peaceful green oasis in Palermo.

Highlights

1
5,500 species
Arranged by region, with tropical, desert and temperate sections.
2
French design
Thays' planning balances botanical science and beauty.
3
Sculptures and glasshouses
Statues, Victorian greenhouses and an English cottage make photogenic stops.

🛈 Practical Info

LocationAv. Santa Fe 3951, Palermo, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Time needed1–1.5 hours
AdmissionFree (some glasshouse activities may charge)

💡 Tips

The garden is famous for its resident cats, cared for by volunteers.
Weekday mornings are quieter than Sundays.
Walkable to the Japanese Garden and the Ecological Reserve.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Jardín Botánico Carlos Thays?

The garden is famous for its resident cats, cared for by volunteers. Weekday mornings are quieter than Sundays.