Experince
Attractions
Visit the spectacular Tresco Abbey Garden
Known as Kew without the glass, Tresco Abbey Garden is home to some 20,000 plants from more than 80 countries.
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Great For
Couples
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Location
Tresco
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Duration
Minimum of 1 hour
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Transport
Skybus
Tresco Abbey Garden
Established in the 19th century around the ruins of a Benedictine Abbey, the garden is a sanctuary for some 4,000 specimens from across the subtropics, from Brazil to New Zealand, Burma to South Africa. Meander through the garden’s winding paths, marvelling at the spectacular array of exotic plants flourishing in an English Garden. In spring, flowers bloom weeks ahead of the mainland and even at the winter solstice there are around 300 species of plants in glorious bloom.
A must for garden lovers!
In a nutshell
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Wander the incredible grounds of the famous Abbey Gardens
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The best place to view thousands of tropical species
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Enjoy the shop and café
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Possible in a day trip on Skybus or Scillonian III
Key Facts
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Location
Tresco, Isles of Scilly, TR24 0QQ
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How to get there
Board a tripper boat from St Mary’s Quay to Tresco.
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OPENING HOURS
10am to 4pm every day
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DURATION
Expect to spend a minimum of one hour exploring.
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PRICE
£18 per adult, £5 per child
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