Rhododendron Quarter
Admission to the Rhododendron Quarter in the Botanical Garden is free.
Gothersgade 128
1123 Copenhagen K
Tel: (+45) 35 32 22 22
The Rhododendron Quarter Helps Protect Threatened Species
Rhododendrons are not just beautiful – many species are rare, and some are at risk of extinction. Of the approximately 1,000 known species, a large number are found only in small, isolated natural habitats. These environments are under threat from urban development, agriculture, deforestation, mining, and grazing livestock.
In the Rhododendron Quarter, you can get up close to many of these rare and threatened species. Through careful cultivation, the Botanical Garden plays an active role in helping to preserve them for the future.
The Rhododendron Quarter is not only a beautiful place for a walk – it’s also full of fascinating knowledge and stories. Informational signs throughout the area offer insights into individual species, their histories and unique characteristics. For children – and curious minds of all ages – there are also fun facts and small stories hidden around the garden.
A Mountain Landscape in the Heart of the City
Most rhododendrons originate from Asia and have fascinated botanists and plant collectors for centuries. In the 19th century, European collectors began sourcing species from far-flung regions and sending them back home. The climate here suited them well, and over time, rhododendrons became popular ornamental plants in parks and gardens.
In the wild, rhododendrons often grow in mountainous regions. To give the plants the best possible conditions, the Rhododendron Quarter has been designed as a miniature mountain landscape, using around 350 tonnes of stone. The result is a striking, rocky terrain where the plants can thrive just as they would in their natural habitats.
How to Find the Rhododendron Quarter
The Rhododendron Quarter is located in the Botanical Garden, right next to the Palm House complex. Use the map below to find your way, and click the icons to learn more about what you can experience.
Entrance/Exit
Access to the museum and the Botanical Garden
Entrance/Exit
Passage between the museum and the Botanical Garden
Natural History Museum Denmark
Experience the historic Mineral Halls and changing special exhibitions. Requires a ticket or an annual pass.
Palm House
Requires a ticket or annual pass.
Please note: There is currently limited access to parts of the Palm House due to renovation works.
Victoria Greenhouse
Not open to the public
The Greenhouse
Open for special activities and workshops. The greenhouse can also be rented for private events.
Perennial Quarter
Rock Garden
Study the Garden's alpine collection and enjoy the view from the top of the.
Rhododendron Quarter
Lake Deck
Danish Quarter
Observatory Hill
From Observatory Hill you see the beautiful view of the city's towers and spires. The old observatory is only open to the public on special occasions.
Ticket Sales
Here you can shop tickets and annual passes for the Natural History Museum Denmark and the Palm House incl. the Butterfly House.
Ticket Sales
Here you can shop tickets and annual passes for the Natural History Museum Denmark and the Palm House incl. the Butterfly House.
Mundfryd's Coffee Cart
Serves refreshments under the open sky during the summer. Open depending on the weather.
Mundfryd's Coffee Cart
Serves refreshments under the open sky during the summer. Open depending on the weather.
Café
Shop at Natural History Museum Denmark
Botanical Garden Shop
Toilets
Accessible Toilet
Toilets
Accessible Toilets