Benmore Botanic Garden

Set in a dramatic location on the Cowal Peninsula, Benmore Botanic Garden is rich in history & plants

Celebrated for its towering conifers and spectacular rhododendrons, Benmore spans 120 acres and features a world-renowned collection of plants from regions such as the Himalayas, China, Japan, and North and South America. Begin your visit with one of the finest entrances to any botanic garden - a majestic avenue of 160-year-old giant redwoods. From there, explore diverse landscapes as waymarked walks lead through exotic plantings to a tranquil pond, a beautiful Victorian Fernery and several scenic viewpoints.