Andromeda Botanic Gardens.
Iris Bannochie’s Masterpiece since 1954 and The Wild East Coast Garden Experience
Showcasing our Wonderful Bajan Plant Heritage and Conservation at Work. Making a Difference for All Our Communities. Come – Experience the Magic in the Best Nature Experience in Barbados—a Hidden East Coast Organic Paradise with Jungle Paths, Butterflies, Hummingbirds and Ocean Views.
Open Every Day, Including Bank Holidays
Welcome to Andromeda Botanic Gardens – recently upgraded and renewed! A space celebrating and conserving our natural and cultural heritage. ‘Easily the best place for nature in Barbados’.
THE GARDEN
8 acres of cultivated gardens with over 600 plant species, focused on community inclusion, and biodiversity conservation. A visit is easily one of the best things to do in Barbados.
Andromeda is the original and only botanical garden in Barbados. As you wander through the garden’s well-tended pathways, you’ll encounter a rich tapestry of incredible plants, towering trees and local herbs. Visitors can experience individual but well connected gardens and explore the magical biodiversity – all within an outstanding organic landscape. Explore our amazing natural and cultural heritage, learn about our use of plants, and watch the butterflies. Andromeda – an inclusive garden where everyone is welcome and a site of conservation – our heritage, plants and wildlife.
ABOUT US
Botanic gardens are institutions holding documented collections of living plants for the purpose of scientific research, conservation, display and education.
The creator of Andromeda Botanic Gardens, the visionary Iris Bannochie created a garden with dual roles; a pleasure garden and a botanic garden. 70 years on, Andromeda continues to delight visitors with its undeniable beauty and continue fulfil its role as a botanic garden.
Conservation. Plants, wildlife and Barbados’ heritage. Research. Via the Andromeda Botanical Committee. Education. Heritage/ethnobotanical workshops, design, practical horticulture, art and more. Display. What a display – incredible plant variety, plus magical wildlife.
Visit us
Plan your visit, discover our events, guided walks and courses, and find out about what we do. And why we are a ‘must do’ on things to do in Barbados and the best place for nature.
Support the gardens
The development of Andromeda Botanic Garden has been possible thanks to the generosity of supporters and patrons. They all make a difference to the conservation of our nature and culture
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
One of the most unique and outstanding gardens in the world.
– Royal Horticultural Society Judge
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