All plant museums to visit in Canary Islands

Immerse yourself in the world of plants at 6 museums in Canary Islands dedicated to botany. These museums explore the diversity, biology, and importance of plant life.

Do you love plants and nature? Here are the must-visit botanical gardens in Canary Islands:

  1. Palmitos Park1

    Palmitos Park

     Maspalomas
    Palmitos Park, situated on the island of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands, Spain, is a 20-hectare botanical garden, aviary, and zoo. This expansive park offers a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a unique destination for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.
  2. Palmetum of Santa Cruz de Tenerife2

    Palmetum of Santa Cruz de Tenerife

     Santa Cruz de Tenerife
    The Palmetum of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a unique botanical garden that spans 120,000 square meters and specializes in palms. This expansive garden is home to a diverse collection of palms from around the world, making it a must-visit for nature lovers and botany enthusiasts. The garden's location on an artificial hill provides stunning views of the ocean, adding to the overall appeal of the place.
  3. Drago Park3

    Drago Park

     Icod de los Vinos
    Drago Park, located in Icod de los Vinos, Tenerife, is a popular destination for visitors. The park, which was established at the turn of the millennium, is home to a variety of native plants, including the El Drago Milenario, a dragon tree believed to be around 1,000 years old. The park covers an area of approximately 3 hectares.
  4. Aloe Lanzarote Museum4

    Aloe Lanzarote Museum

     El Rosario
    The Aloe Museum of Lanzarote, situated in the town of Arrieta in the north of the island, holds the unique distinction of being the only Aloe Vera Interpretation Center in the Canary Islands. This makes it a unique destination for those interested in learning about the history, cultivation, and therapeutic applications of this versatile plant.
  5. Jardín de la Marquesa5

    Jardín de la Marquesa

     Arucas
    The Marquesa de Arucas Botanical Garden is a 5000 m² botanical garden situated in the municipality of Arucas on the island of Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain. This privately managed garden is nestled on the outskirts of Arucas, at the foot of the emblematic 'Montaña de Arucas'. The garden's location, surrounded by banana plantation terrains, offers a unique and lush environment for visitors.
  6. Aloe Vera Museum6

    Aloe Vera Museum

     Yaiza
    The Aloe Museum of Lanzarote, situated in the town of Arrieta in the north of the island, is a unique destination as it is the only Aloe Vera Interpretation Center in the Canary Islands. This makes it a distinctive place to visit for those interested in learning about the history, cultivation, and therapeutic applications of this plant.