The Botanical Garden covers an area of 1.2 hectares and presents approximately 3,000 different plant species from five continents, presented in nine thematic areas.
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A little history
It was only in the 19th century that botanical gardens became public pleasure gardens, then called "Jardins des plantes". The first botanical garden of Marseille was created by King René, near the Saint-Victor abbey.
In 1802, a second garden was inaugurated in the Chartreux district, with Empress Josephine as its godmother. Thanks to its director, M. Gouffé-Lacour, it became very famous. Unfortunately, this garden, located on the axis of the Marseille-Toulon railroad,...
It was only in the 19th century that botanical gardens became public pleasure gardens, then called "Jardins des plantes". The first botanical garden of Marseille was created by King René, near the Saint-Victor abbey.
In 1802, a second garden was inaugurated in the Chartreux district, with Empress Josephine as its godmother. Thanks to its director, M. Gouffé-Lacour, it became very famous. Unfortunately, this garden, located on the axis of the Marseille-Toulon railroad,...
Services
Car park
- Activities
- Botanic trail
- Botanical
- Fauna - flora
- Environment
- Equipment
- Parking nearby
- Services
- Tour free of charge
- Guided tours
Openings
All year 2024 - Closed on monday
Location
- www.marseille.fr
- natureenville.marseille.fr
Environment
- Close to a public transportation
- Bus stop < 500 m
