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Botanical Gardens and Autumn Colours

A quiet morning walk through the historic gardens, followed by a stroll through the vast park that turns spectacularly colorful in late autumn.

Best time: 15 OctAbout 135 min

Timeline

  1. 08:00

    Market Hall

    Pick up fresh fruit or pierogi from the Market Hall. It opens at 08:00 on weekdays, so you can grab breakfast or a snack before heading out.

  2. 08:11

    Botanical Garden of the University of Wrocław

    Walk to the Botanical Garden of the University of Wrocław. Arrive right when it opens to enjoy the quietest time of day before the crowds come. The garden is open from 08:00 to 19:00 in October.

  3. 09:00

    Park Szczytnicki

    Head east to Park Szczytnicki. This large park is a common place for walks and becomes incredibly colorful in autumn, especially in late September or October. It is a perfect spot to stretch your legs after the garden.

  4. 09:40

    Japanese Garden

    Visit the Japanese Garden within Park Szczytnicki. This large landscaped garden is a remainder from the 1913 World Expo and was restored post-flooding with assistance from the Japanese government.

  5. 10:15

    Przystanek Zoo

    End your walk at Przystanek Zoo, a Polish restaurant nearby in the park area. It is open from 10:00 to 20:00, making it a suitable spot for a late lunch or early dinner after your walk.

Local tip

The Botanical Garden's ticket office closes at 18:00, so plan your visit accordingly. Park Szczytnicki is very large, so allow enough time for walking between the different sections.

Check before you go

  • Botanical Garden hours: May-Aug 08:00-20:00; Sep-mid-Nov 08:00-19:00. Closed mid-Nov-spring.
  • Market Hall hours: 08:00-18:30 Mon-Sat. Closed Sunday.
  • Przystanek Zoo hours: Mo-Su 10:00-20:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Wrocław (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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