Timeline
15:27
Grab a strong coffee and a pastry at Café Smit & Voogt. It is just a minute’s walk from the Hortus entrance, and its timber booths are warm and inviting before the day gets busy.
15:57
Enter the Hortus Botanicus as the golden light hits the glasshouses. The morning sun illuminates the collection of more than 6,000 species, creating a quiet, serene atmosphere before the midday crowds arrive.
16:42
Finish the morning with a leisurely breakfast or lunch at De plantage. The big restaurant offers a nice terrace in the summer, but the indoor space is comfortable year-round. It is a short four-minute walk from the garden.
Local tip
The Hortus opens at 10:00, so you will be waiting for entry during the golden hour. Use the time at Café Smit & Voogt to warm up before the walk.
Check before you go
- Hortus Botanicus opens at 10:00. Arrive early to secure tickets or join the queue.
- Café Smit & Voogt is open from 09:00.
- De plantage is open from 09:00 on weekdays and 10:00 on weekends.
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