Troodos mountains · Pano Amiantos
Troodos Botanical Garden
A free mountain garden of native Troodos plants, with ponds and short paths, next to the Troodos Geopark Visitor Centre.
Toddlers 0–4 · Kids 5–11 · Teens 12+
Free entry. The nearby Troodos Geopark Visitor Centre charges a small fee.
Parks & promenades, Nature
All year; spring for flowers.
Opening hours change by season; check the official website before you go.
1 hour
Outdoor
Pano Amiantos, former asbestos mine area, Troodos
Car or tour
About Troodos Botanical Garden
The A. G. Leventis Troodos Botanical Garden conserves the native and traditional plants of the Troodos mountains. Short paths lead past ponds, flower beds and a small wooden bridge, an easy walk with young children.
The neighbouring Troodos Geopark Visitor Centre explains the mountain’s unusual geology. It charges a small fee for adults and children aged 6–18, and under-6s go free.
What kids love, facilities and tips
What kids love
- Ponds and a little bridge
- Spring flowers
- Rock displays at the Geopark centre
Facilities
- Paths
- Parking
Tips for parents
- Weekend hours are shorter than weekday hours; check before driving up.
Getting there
Car or tour
The garden is on the Troodos – Karvounas road near Amiantos. A car is needed.
Directions to Troodos Botanical Garden (opens Google Maps in a new tab)Taxi or car
For farm parks, waterparks out of town and mountain trips, a taxi or hire car is usually quicker with children and car seats.
More for kids in Troodos mountains
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Troodos Botanical Garden with kids: questions
Is Troodos Botanical Garden free?
Yes. Free entry. The nearby Troodos Geopark Visitor Centre charges a small fee.
What ages is Troodos Botanical Garden good for?
It suits toddlers (0–4), kids (5–11), teens (12+). Plan on 1 hour for a visit.
How do you get to Troodos Botanical Garden?
The garden is on the Troodos – Karvounas road near Amiantos. A car is needed.
Sources
Information checked on 2026-10-09. Prices, hours and seasons change, so confirm with the venue before you go.
Deputy Ministry of Tourism: Cyprus for Families info paper (PDF) ↗Department of Forests ↗