Nehru Botanical Garden Tourism
Type of destination: Botanical Garden
Ideal visit duration: 1-3 hours
Nehru Botanical Garden is a serene and picturesque garden located near the Rumtek Monastery in Sikkim, India. Spanning across a large area, this garden is named after the first Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru. The garden is situated at an altitude of about 1,500 meters above sea level, boasting a diverse collection of flora that includes exotic plants, trees, and several varieties of orchids endemic to the region. The garden is meticulously divided into several sections, including a temperate forest area, a tropical section, and a greenhouse with an orchidarium. It offers a tranquil escape with well-paved pathways for visitors to enjoy leisurely walks while taking in the natural beauty. The landscape is complemented by vibrant flower beds, lush greenery, and a serene lake that adds to the garden's charm. It is also a great spot for families with dedicated picnic areas and a children's park. Alongside its aesthetic appeal, the Nehru Botanical Garden serves as an educational spot for botany enthusiasts and researchers.
Opening and Closing time of Nehru Botanical Garden
| Monday |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Nehru Botanical Garden
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Tips when you are visiting to Nehru Botanical Garden
VisitTip1
Wear comfortable shoes as you'll have to walk around.
VisitTip2
Carry water and light snacks.
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Be prepared for the weather; carry an umbrella or raincoat during monsoon.
PhotographyTip
Carry your camera for beautiful photo opportunities.
Top 5 Reviews on Nehru Botanical Garden
AnandhS16
Wrote on 17th Nov, 2019
Not too many flowers and poor signage
The experience was ruined by too many people taking selfies. If you really want to see flowers, visit another place. Even the signage is limited and you do not get any staff to explain
meenakshimuthusamy
Wrote on 24th Jul, 2019
Nice garden
The garden is nice and beautiful.It is a good place and calm place.It has a lots of plant and nice to look.
SamS967
Wrote on 5th Mar, 2019
Worth it if in the area
It's worth walking through and looking at the local flora and fauna. Just a few hundred yards from the Rumtek Monastery.
NitinDara
Wrote on 17th Dec, 2018
Visit if you can see the whole Garden
a lot of walking and just nature to admire, though not much to see and experience we came out withing 15 minutes of our time i have seen much more bigger gardens and estates so it did not attract us m..
JharnaS10
Wrote on 24th Nov, 2018
Paradise Lost??
This could have been or was once upon a time probably a paradise for tree lovers. But now it desperately needs maintenance. This comes under the Forest Department and I strongly feel that places like ..
