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Lankester Botanical Gardens

Posted on January 6, 2025September 26, 2024 by Ultimate Guide

About: This is a very large and well-developed botanical garden in the suburbs of Downtown Cartago. They boast a wide variety of flora, divided into several sections including a Japanese garden, a cactus garden, a zen garden, and an orchid greenhouse, as well as many native plants like bromeliads. Pets are allowed. There is a gift shop that sells some snacks, as well as a picnic area for you to enjoy your pack lunch.

Province: Cartago

Starting from: Downtown Cartago

Time to reach from starting location: 7 minutes

Time needed for activity: 3+ hours

Kid friendly: Yes

Wheelchair accessible: Yes

What to wear and bring: Comfortable clothes, walking or hiking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, sunglasses, umbrella, field guides, camera, backpack, water, snacks, pack lunch

Tips: You can easily spend half a day to a full day here, depending on your interests. It is a popular place for taking photos, though professional photos require a separate fee.

Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yo4V5paWqaT6KNza8

Website: https://jbl.ucr.ac.cr/

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