The garden was originally designed by Professor Antun Heinz to support the teaching of botany at the university.
It contains a collection of over 5,000 plant species and cultivars arranged by geographical and botanical criteria.
The garden was designated a protected horticultural monument in 1964.
The architectural design includes preserved iron-framed greenhouses that demonstrate late 19th-century industrial building techniques.
The garden underwent a significant restoration project between 2007 and 2013 to preserve its original historical layout.
The Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science is a 4.7-hectare landscape monument established in 1889 as part of the University of Zagreb. It features an arboretum with domestic and exotic trees, a rock garden, and a system of ponds with aquatic vegetation. The site serves as a research and teaching facility for the Faculty of Science, housing thousands of plant taxa from across the globe. Visitors can explore the glasshouses constructed in the late 19th century that shelter tropical and succulent species. The garden layout is divided into a formal French-style parterre and an informal English-style landscape section. It is a protected historic site located within the 'Green Horseshoe' of central Zagreb.
The red-painted ornate bridge crossing the main pond, framed by blooming lilies and weeping willows.
Follow the clearly marked walking paths to prevent trampling of sensitive botanical collections.
Visit during the spring peak bloom period, specifically April and May, for the most vibrant floral displays.
Carry a water bottle, as the garden is primarily an open-air site with limited food concessions.
Do not visit during rainy weather, as the garden paths can become muddy and the greenhouses may close for climate control reasons.
Closed annually from November to March for the winter season; also closes during severe weather conditions.
No cycling, ball games, or pets allowed; remain on designated paths and avoid picking flowers or collecting seeds.
